As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
SIDEWALK
Any manufactured or man-made walkway open to the public for
the purpose of foot traffic in the Township of White.
New sidewalks and areas of reconstruction or replacement of
existing sidewalks shall be constructed of concrete, concrete pavers,
asphalt or other construction material approved by the Township Committee.
The Township Committee shall have final approval of the construction
materials called for in the bid specifications of any sidewalk project.
Individual property owners who wish to change the material composition
of sidewalks abutting their property shall do so at their own cost
and expense and only upon advanced written approval from the Township
Committee.
The width of all sidewalks in residential areas shall be four
feet, unless the Township Committee, after reviewing professional
and public input, decides that another width is appropriate. Sidewalks
in commercial areas shall extend from curb to adjoining building,
unless the Township Committee, after reviewing professional and public
input, decides that another width is appropriate.
[Amended 6-5-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-14]
The responsibility of the Township to reconstruct, replace,
and repair sidewalks shall not extend to sidewalks damaged by any
person, firm or corporation. The person, firm or corporation damaging
any sidewalks shall be responsible for the repair of or shall pay
for the repairs to any such damaged sidewalk. Any such repairs shall
be made under the direction of the Director of Public Works.
Failure to comply with any provisions of this article shall
be punishable by a fine of not more than $500, or up to 90 days' imprisonment,
or both.