The purpose of this chapter is to require the numbering of all
buildings to facilitate, promote and accelerate transportation, communication
and the supply of municipal services, including fire, police and ambulance
services, and otherwise promote the public safety and general welfare
of the residents of Springfield Township.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
BUILDINGS
Includes all principal buildings such as but not limited
to single- and multiple-family dwellings and places of business, but
shall not include accessory buildings on the same lot as are occupied
by the same person as a principal building on such lot.
In all cases of new construction, the Building Inspector shall
assign a street number at the time the building permit is issued,
and such number shall be displayed within 30 days after construction
is commenced, or within 30 days before the building is ready for occupancy,
whichever date shall be earlier.