As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
PRIVATE ROAD OR LANE
Any road or lane owned or in the control of a private individual, group of individuals, associations, organizations not of a public entity.
All private roads and lanes shall be maintained so as to allow free and unobstructed access of emergency vehicles.
All trees shall be kept clear to a height of 12 feet in height. All vegetation and other obstructions shall be kept four feet back from the driving surface.
All ruts and potholes shall be filled in as soon as possible so as to not interfere with access of emergency vehicles.
The Bureau of Fire Prevention shall have jurisdiction for policing and issuing private roads and lanes violations.
Any person or persons who violate any of the provisions of this article shall be subject to a fine of not less than $250 or more than $500 for each such violation. Said fines shall be imposed on complaint and conviction in the Municipal Court of the Township Franklin. All fines and penalties shall be paid to the Franklin Township Fire District No. 1.