Ontario Hydro and Underground Distributions to Residential

Good afternoon !

I'm looking at buying a property however I want to make sure i don't get caught with additional development issues .

GOAL : I want to ensure I can install underground electrical supply line from the road to the future house location.

RISK : The installation of underground electrical cable ( YELLOW DASH ) may be an issue for Hydro due to it being above an abandoned drainage line (LIGHT GREEN) ? I cant see how it would be as the the drainage pipe is abandon is my point. Further i don't know what distance the drainage pipe is from the ground lets assume 2meters ( i will get it verified later )

Solution : yes poles can be considered but again that may be mistake issues or extra cost / even more excavation would be required.

BONUS QUESTION : How many people have delt with or understand fully the Ontario's Drainage Act?!

This seems like it can cause some real damage if you are on the wrong end of things.

Much appreciate if anyone has experience with this or knows someone that has?

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