[Note: Ordinance Number 257, March 20, 2006, authorizing
the Township of Lower Heidelberg to Join with Other Municipalities
to Enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement to Establish the Berks
County Uniform Construction Code Board of Appeals is attached hereto
after Section 109. This ordinance was adopted as a stand alone ordinance.]
[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 5]
The Township of Lower Heidelberg, Berks County, Pennsylvania
(the "Township") hereby elects to administer and enforce the provisions
of the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, Act 45 of 1999, 35 P.S.
§ 7210.101-7210.1103, as amended from time to time (the
"Act"), and its regulations.
[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 5]
The Uniform Construction Code, contained in 34 Pa. Code, Chapters
401-405, as amended from time to time (the "Uniform Construction Code"),
is hereby adopted and incorporated herein by reference as the municipal
building code of the Township.
[Ord. 259, 3/20/2006, § 1; Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004,
§ 5]
The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are
hereby made to the Uniform Construction Code:
(a)
The International Building Code, 2003 Edition, is hereby amended
as follows:
(1)
Section 101.1: Insert the words "Township of Lower Heidelberg,
Berks County, Pennsylvania" in place of the words "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]".
(2)
Section 1612.3: Insert the words "Township of Lower Heidelberg,
Berks County, Pennsylvania" in place of the words "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]".
(3)
Section 1612.3: Insert the words "December 5, 1997" in place
of the words "[DATE OF ISSUANCE]".
(4)
Section 3410.2: Insert the words "June 26, 2004" in place of
the words "[DATE TO BE INSERTED BY THE JURISDICTION. NOTE: IT IS RECOMMENDED
THAT THIS DATE COINCIDE WITH THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF BUILDING CODES
WITHIN THE JURISDICTION]".
(5)
The International Building Code, 2003, Edition, is hereby supplemented
by including therein the following Appendices:
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APPENDIX C — Group U — Agricultural
Buildings
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APPENDIX E — SUPPLEMENTARY ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
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APPENDIX F — RODENT PROOFING
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APPENDIX H — SIGNS
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APPENDIX I — PATIO COVERS
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APPENDIX J — GRADING
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(b)
The International Code Council Electrical Code — Administrative
Provisions, 2003 Edition, is hereby amended as follows:
(1)
Section 101.1: Insert the words "Township of Lower Heidelberg,
Berks County, Pennsylvania" in place of the words "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]".
(2)
Section 404.2 shall be amended in its entirety so as to hereafter
read as follows:
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"404.2 Schedule of permit fees. Fees assessable
by the Township for theadministration and enforcement undertaken pursuant
to this particular code shall be established by the Board of Supervisors
of the Township by resolution from time to time."
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(c)
The International Energy Conservation Code, 2003 Edition, is hereby
amended as follows:
(1)
Section 101.1: Insert the words "Township of Lower Heidelberg,
Berks County, Pennsylvania" in place of the words "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]".
(d)
The International Existing Building Code, 2003 Edition, is hereby
amended as follows:
(1)
Section 101.1: Insert the words "Township of Lower Heidelberg,
Berks County, Pennsylvania" in place of the words "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]".
(2)
Section 1201.2: Insert the words "June 26, 2004" in place of
the words "[DATE TO BE INSERTED BY THE JURISDICTION]. Note: it is
recommended that this date coincide with the effective date of building
codes within the jurisdiction]".
(3)
The International Existing Building Code, 2003, Edition, is
hereby supplemented by including therein the following Appendices:
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APPENDIX A — GUIDELINES FOR THE SISMIC RETROFIT OF EXISTING
BUILDINGS
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APPENDIX B — SUPPLEMENTARY ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES
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(e)
The International Fire Code, 2003 Edition, is hereby amended as follows:
(1)
Section 101.1: Insert the words "Township of Lower Heidelberg,
Berks County, Pennsylvania" in place of the words "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]".
(2)
Section 109.3: Insert the words "summary offense" in place of
the words "[SPECIFY OFFENSE]"; insert the words "$1,000" in place
of the words "[AMOUNT] dollars"; insert the words "30 days" in place
of the words "[NUMBER OF DAYS]".
(3)
Section 111.4: Insert the words "$100" in place of the words
"[AMOUNT] dollars" where they first appear in said section; insert
the words "$1,000" in place of the words "[AMOUNT] dollars" where
they secondly appear in said section.
(4)
Section 3204.3.1.1 is hereby amended in its entirety so as to
hereafter read as follows:
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3204.3.1.1 Location. Stationary containers shall
be located in accordance with Section 3203.6. Containers of cryogenic
fluids shall not be located within diked areas containing other hazardous
materials.
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Storage of flammable cryogenic fluids in stationary containers
outside of buildings (i) is prohibited in all residential zoning districts,
and (ii) requires the approval of the Township Board of Supervisors
in all other zoning districts.
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(5)
Section 3404.2.9.5.1 is hereby amended in its entirety so as
to hereafter read as follows:
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3404.2.5.9.1 Locations where above-ground tanks are prohibited. Storage of Class I and II liquids in above-ground tanks outside
of buildings (i) is prohibited in all residential zoning districts,
and (ii) requires the approval of the Township Board of Supervisors
in all other zoning districts.
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(6)
Section 3406.2.4.4 is hereby amended in its entirety so as to
hereafter read as follows:
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3406.2.4.4 Location where above-ground tanks are prohibited. The storage of Class I and Class II liquids in above-ground tanks
(i) is prohibited in all residential zoning districts, and (ii) requires
the approval of the Township Board of Supervisors in all other zoning
districts.
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(7)
Section 3804.2 is hereby amended in its entirety so as to hereafter
read as follows:
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3804.2 Maximum capacity within established limits. The storage of liquefied petroleum gas (i) is prohibited for the
protection of heavily populated or congested areas in all residential
zoning districts, and (ii) requires the approval of the Township Board
of Supervisors in all other zoning districts. In all areas of the
Township the aggregate capacity of any one installation shall not
exceed a water capacity of 2,000 gallons (7570 L).
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Exception: In particular installations, this capacity limit
shall be determined by the fire code official, after consideration
of special features such as topographical conditions, nature of occupancy
and proximity to buildings, capacity of proposed containers, degree
of fire protection to be provided and capabilities of the local fire
department.
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(8)
The International Fire Code, 2003, Edition, is hereby supplemented
by including therein the following Appendices:
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APPENDIX B — FIRE-FLOW REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS
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APPENDIX C — FIRE HYDRANT LOCATIONS AND DISTRIBUTION
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APPENDIX E — HAZARD CATEGORIES
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APPENDIX F — HAZARD RANKINGS
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APPENDIX G — CRYOGENIC FLUIDS-WEIGHT AND VOLUME EQUIVALENT
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(9)
The International Fire Code, 2003, Edition, is hereby supplemented
by including therein the following appendices:
[Amended by Ord. No. 274, 7-21-2008, § 1]
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Automatic Fire Sprinkler System Required: All new
and completely altered structures in Use Groups A, B, E, F, H, I,
M, R, S and U shall be provided with an automatic fire sprinkler system.
The system shall be designed and installed in accordance with the
1996 Edition of NFPA 13, Standards for the Installation of Sprinkler
Systems, published by National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
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Complete alteration is defined as complete removal of internal
components except for load bearing structural components.
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This requirement does not apply to:
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1.
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Single-family detached dwellings.
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2.
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Open parking structures as defined in the International Building
Code, 2003 Edition.
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3.
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In telecommunication equipment buildings, an automatic fire
sprinkler system shall not be required in those spaces or areas occupied
exclusively for telecommunications equipment, associated electrical
power, distribution equipment, batteries and standby engines, provided
that those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an automatic
fire detection system in accordance with the International Building
Code, 2003, Edition, and are separated from the remainder of the building
with fire separation assemblies consisting of one-hour fire-resistance-rated
walls and two-hour fire-resistance-rated floor/ceiling assemblies.
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4.
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Unheated buildings and buildings without year-round water supply.
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5.
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In areas of buildings where water reactive chemicals are stored.
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6.
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Additions or extensions to existing nonresidential buildings
where the addition or extension is less than 50% of the gross floor
area of the building or less than 2,500 square feet, and the building
is not currently protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system.
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7.
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Additions or extensions to existing residential buildings.
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8.
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Duplex dwelling units which meet the following specifications:
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a.
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Equipped with telephone-based emergency response system capable
of communicating automatically with an emergency call number; and
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b.
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The placement of additional smoke detectors in said units as
recommended by the Township's Fire Marshal after his review of the
fire safety plans for duplex units; and
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c.
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Submission and approval of a fire safety plan for said duplex
units which is reviewed and approved by the Township's Fire Marshal;
and
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d.
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The ability of the telephone-based emergency response system
to notify the Lower Heidelberg Township Fire Company through the Berks
County Communication Center in the event of an emergency.
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Plans for Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems: Plans
for automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be reviewed by the Insurance
Services Organization (I.S.O.) prior to their review by the Lower
Heidelberg Code Enforcement Officer or any other person designated
by the Township. Plans shall have the I.S.O. stamp and be accompanied
by an I.S.O. review letter.
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A permit fee, in an amount to be determined and set from time
to time by Resolution of the Township Board of Supervisors, shall
be paid to the Township.
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Complete plans, specifications and hydraulic calculations shall
be submitted to the Township Code Enforcement Officer or any other
person designated by the Township. Plans shall include information
as required in the International Building Code, 2003 Edition."
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(f)
The International Fuel Gas Code, 2003 Edition, is hereby amended
as follows:
(1)
Section 101.1: Insert the words "Township of Lower Heidelberg,
Berks County, Pennsylvania" in place of the words "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]".
(2)
Section 106.5.2 shall be amended in its entirety so as to hereafter
read as follows:
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"106.5.2 Fee schedule. Fees assessable by the Township
for the administration and enforcement undertaken pursuant to this
particular code shall be established by the Board of Supervisors of
the Township by resolution from time to time."
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(3)
Section 106.5.3: Insert the words "0% in place of the words
"[SPECIFY PERCENTAGE]" in subsection 2; insert the words "0% in place
of the words "[SPECIFY PERCENTAGE]" in subsection 3.
(4)
Section 108.4: Insert the words "summary offense" in place of
the words "[SPECIFY OFFENSE]"; insert the words "$1,000" in place
of the words "[AMOUNT] dollars"; insert the words "30 days" in place
of the words "[NUMBER OF DAYS]".
(5)
Section 108.5: Insert the words "$100" in place of the words
"[AMOUNT] dollars" where they first appear; insert the words "$1,000"
in place of the words "[AMOUNT] dollars" where they secondly appear.
(g)
The International Mechanical Code, 2003 Edition, is hereby amended
as follows:
(1)
Section 101.1: Insert the words "Township of Lower Heidelberg,
Berks County, Pennsylvania" in place of the words "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]".
(2)
Section 106.5.2 is hereby amended in its entirety so as to hereafter
read as follows:
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106.5.2 Fee schedule. Fees assessable by the Township
for the administration and enforcement undertaken pursuant to this
particular code shall be established by the Board of Supervisors of
the Township by resolution from time to time."
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(3)
Section 106.5.3: Insert the words "0% in place of the words
"[SPECIFY PERCENTAGE]" in subsection 2; insert the words "0% in place
of the words "[SPECIFY PERCENTAGE]" in subsection 3.
(4)
Section 108.4: Insert the words "summary offense" in place of
the words "[SPECIFY OFFENSE]"; insert the words "$1,000" in place
of the words "[AMOUNT] dollars"; insert the words "30 days" in place
of the words "[NUMBER OF DAYS]".
(5)
Section 108.5: Insert the words "$100" in place of the words
"[AMOUNT] dollars" where they first appear; insert the words "$1,000"
in place of the words "[AMOUNT] dollars" where they secondly appear.
(h)
The International Code Council Performance Code for Buildings and
Facilities, 2003 Edition, is not amended at this time.
(i)
The International Plumbing Code, 2003 Edition, is hereby amended
as follows:
(1)
Section 101.1: Insert the words "Township of Lower Heidelberg,
Berks County, Pennsylvania" in place of the words "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]".
(2)
Section 106.6.2 is hereby amended in its entirety so as to hereafter
read as follows:
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106.6.2 Fee schedule. Fees assessable by the Township
for the administration and enforcement undertaken pursuant to this
particular code shall be established by the Board of Supervisors of
the Township by resolution from time to time."
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(3)
Section 106.6.3: Insert the words "0% in place of the words
"[SPECIFY PERCENTAGE]" in subsection 2; insert the words "0% in place
of the words "[SPECIFY PERCENTAGE]" in subsection 3.
(4)
Section 108.4: Insert the words "summary offense" in place of
the words "[SPECIFY OFFENSE]"; insert the words "$1,000" in place
of the words "[AMOUNT] dollars"; insert the words "30 days" in place
of the words "[NUMBER OF DAYS]".
(5)
Section 108.5: Insert the words "$100" in place of the words
"[AMOUNT] dollars" where they first appear; insert the words "$1,000"
in place of the words "[AMOUNT] dollars" where they secondly appear.
(6)
Section 305.6.1 is amended in its entirety so as to hereafter
read as follows:
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305.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers that connect
to private sewage disposal systems shall be a minimum of 30 inches
below finished grade at the point of septic tank connection. Building
sewers shall be a minimum of 30 inches below grade.
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(7)
Section 904.1 shall be amended in its entirety so as to hereafter
read as follows:
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904.1 Roof extension. All open vent pipes that
extend through a roof shall be terminated at least 24 inches above
the roof or 24 inches above the anticipated snow accumulation, except
that where a roof is to be used for any purpose other than weather
protection, the vent extensions shall be run at least seven feet (2,134
mm) above the roof.
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(j)
The International Residential Code, 2003 Edition, is hereby amended
as follows:
(1)
Section R101.1: Insert the words "Township of Lower Heidelberg,
Berks County, Pennsylvania" in place of the words "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]".
(2)
Table R301.2(1) Insert the following Design Criteria:
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Ground Snow Load — 30 pounds
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Wind Speed — 90 mph
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Seismic Design Category — B
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Weathering — Severe
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Frost line depth — 36 inches
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Termite — Moderate to heavy
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Decay — Slight to moderate
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Winter Design Temp — See Appendix D of the International
Plumbing Code, 2003 — Degree day and design temperatures
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Flood Hazards — See Township Zoning Ordinance
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Air Freezing Index — 1,000
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Mean Annual Temperature — 50° F.
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(3)
Section P2603.6.1 shall be amended so as to hereafter read as
follows:
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P2603.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers that connect
to private sewage disposal systems shall be a minimum of 30 inches
below finished grade at the point of septic tank connection. Building
sewers shall be a minimum of 30 inches below grade.
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(4)
Section P3103.1 shall be amended in its entirety so as to hereafter
read as follows:
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P3103.1 Roof extension. All open vent pipes that
extend through a roof shall be terminated at least 24 inches above
the roof or 24 inches above the anticipated snow accumulation, except
that where a roof is to be used for any purpose other than weather
protection, the vent extensions shall be run at least seven feet (2,134
mm) above the roof.
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(5)
The International Residential Code, 2003, Edition, is hereby
supplemented by including therein the following Appendices:
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APPENDIX A — SIZING AND CAPACITIES OF GAS PIPING
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APPENDIX B — SIZING OF VENTING SYSTEMS SERVING APPLIANCES
EQUIPPED WITH DRAFT HOODS, CATEGORY I APPLIANCES, AND APPLIANCES LISTED
FOR USE WITH TYPE B VENTS
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APPENDIX C — EXIT TERMINALS OF MECHANICAL DRAFT AND DIRECTVENT
VENTING SYSTEMS
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APPENDIX E — MANUFACTURED HOUSING USED AS DWELLINGS
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APPENDIX F — RADON CONTROL METHODS
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APPENDIX G — SWIMMING POOLS, SPAS AND HOT TUBS
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APPENDIX H — PATIO COVERS
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APPENDIX J — EXISTING BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
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APPENDIX K — SOUND TRANSMISSION
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APPENDIX L — INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE ELECTRICAL
PROVISIONS/NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE CROSS REFERENCE
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[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 5]
Administration and enforcement of the codes hereby adopted within
the Township shall be undertaken in any of the following ways as determined
by Board of Supervisors of the Township from time to time by resolution:
(a)
By the designation of an employee of the Township to serve as the
Township Building Code Official to act on behalf of the Township.
(b)
By the retention of one or more construction code officials or third-party
agencies to act on behalf of the Township.
(c)
By agreement with one or more other municipalities for the joint
administration and enforcement of the Act through an inter-municipal
agreement.
(d)
By entering into a contract with another municipality for the administration
and enforcement of the Act on behalf of the Township.
(e)
By entering into an agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of
Labor and Industry for plan review, inspections and enforcement of
structures other than one-family or two-family dwelling units and
utility and miscellaneous use structures.
[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 5]
A Board of Appeals shall be established by resolution of the
Board of Supervisors of the Township in conformity with the requirements
of the relevant provisions of the Code, as amended from time to time,
and for the purposes set forth therein. If at any time enforcement
and administration is undertaken jointly with one or more other municipalities,
said Board of Appeals shall be established by joint action of the
participating municipalities.
[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 5]
Nothing in this Part or in the Codes hereby adopted shall be
construed to affect any suit or proceeding impending in any court,
or any rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any cause or causes
of action acquired or existing, under any act or ordinance hereby
repealed; nor shall any just or legal right or remedy of any character
be lost, impaired or affected by this Part.
[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 5]
(a)
All building code ordinances or portions of ordinances which were
adopted by the Township on or before July 1, 1999 and which equal
or exceed the requirements of the Codes hereby adopted shall continue
in full force and effect until such time as such provisions fail to
equal or exceed the minimum requirements of the Codes hereby adopted,
as amended from time to time.
(b)
All building code ordinances or portions of ordinances which are
in effect as of the effective date of this Part and whose requirements
are less than the minimum requirements of the Codes hereby adopted
are hereby amended to conform with the comparable provisions of the
Codes hereby adopted.
(c)
All relevant ordinances, regulations and policies of the Township
not governed by the Codes hereby adopted shall remain in full force
and effect.
[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 5]
Fees assessable by the Township for the administration and enforcement
undertaken pursuant to this Part and the Codes hereby adopted shall
be established by the Board of Supervisors of the Township by resolution
from time to time.
[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 5]
If any sentence, clause, section or part of this Part is for
any reason found to be unconstitutional, illegal or invalid, such
unconstitutionality, illegality or invalidity shall not affect or
impair any of the remaining provisions, sentences, clauses, sections
or parts of this Part. It is hereby declared as the intent of the
Board of Supervisors of the Township that this Part would have been
adopted had such unconstitutional, illegal or invalid sentence, clause,
section or part thereof not been included herein.
[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 6, as amended by Ord.
263, 5/21/2007, § 1]
The 2006 International Property Maintenance Code ("Code"), as
published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted as
the property maintenance code of the Township, regulating and governing
the conditions and maintenance of all property, buildings and structures,
providing the standards for supplied utilities and facilities and
other physical things and conditions essential to ensure that structures
are safe, sanitary and fit for occupation and use, providing for the
condemnation of buildings and structures unfit for human occupancy
and use, and the demolition of such existing structures in the Township,
providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefore,
and repealing any ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict therewith.
All regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of the
Code are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if
fully set forth in this Ordinance, except as provided herein.
[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 6, as amended by Ord.
263, 5/21/2007, § 2]
The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are
hereby made to the Code:
(a)
Section 101.1: Delete "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]" and replace it with
"Lower Heidelberg Township".
(b)
In Section 103 of the Code, the title shall read as follows:
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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE OFFICIAL
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(c)
Section 103.1 of the Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced
with the following:
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103.1 Creation of the Office of the Property Maintenance
Code Official. The office of Property Maintenance Code Official
is hereby created and the executive official(s) in charge thereof
shall be known as the Property Maintenance Code Official. The Property
Maintenance Code Official is also referred herein at times as the
code official.
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(d)
Section 103.2 of the Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced
with the following:
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103.2 Appointment. The Property Maintenance Code
Official shall be appointed by resolution of the Board of Supervisors
from time to time and shall serve at the pleasure of the Board of
Supervisors on behalf of the Township.
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(e)
Section 103.5 of the Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced
with the following:
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103.5 Fees. The fees for all work, permits, charges,
activities and services performed by the Code Official in carrying
out his/her responsibilities under the Code shall be established by
the Board of Supervisors of the Township by resolution from time to
time.
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(f)
In Section 104.7 of the Code, the title shall read as follows:
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"Property Maintenance Code Official's Records"
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(g)
Section 106.3 is deleted in its entirety, and replaced with the following
new Section 106.3:
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106.3 Prosecution of violation. Persons who violate
any provision of this Code, fail to comply with any of the requirements
thereof or erect, install, alter or repair work in violation of the
approved construction documents or directive of the Property Maintenance
Code Official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions
of this Code, shall be guilty of a summary offense, punishable by
a fine of not more than $1,000 per violation. Each day that a violation
continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate
offense.
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(h)
In Section 106.5 of the Code, delete "legal officer of the jurisdiction"
and replace with "Board of Supervisors".
(i)
In Section 111.2 of the Code, delete "a minimum of three members
who are qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining
to property maintenance and who are not employees of the jurisdiction"
and replace with "Board of Supervisors". In Section 111.2, delete
"The board shall be appointed by the chief appointing authority, and
shall serve staggered and overlapping terms" and replace with "The
Township Solicitor shall serve as solicitor for the board of appeals".
(j)
Sections 111.2.1 and 111.2.2 should be deleted in their entirety.
(k)
Sections 111.2.2, "Disqualification of members", should be renumbered
as Section 111.2.1.
(l)
Sections 111.2.4 and 111.2.5 should be deleted in their entirety.
(m)
In Section 111.3 of the Code, delete "upon notice from the chairman,
within 20 days of the filing of an appeal, or at stated periodic meetings"
and replace with "at the regularly scheduled Supervisor's Meeting
held the third Monday of every month at 7:00 p.m. Appeals received
less than 14 days prior to the next scheduled meeting, will be heard
at the following month's meeting".
(n)
In Section 302.4 of the Code, delete "(jurisdiction to insert height
in inches)" and replace with "10 inches".
(o)
In Section 304.14 of the Code, delete "[DATE] to [DATE]" and replace
it with "May 15 to October 15".
(p)
In Section 602.3 of the Code, delete "[DATE] to [DATE]" and replace
it with "October 1 to May 1".
(q)
In Section 602.4 of the Code, delete "[DATE] to [DATE]" and replace
it with "October 1 to May 1".
(r)
Insert the words "the Board of Supervisors of the Township" in place
of the words "[THE GOVERNING BODY]" in all relevant sections of the
Code.
(s)
Delete all references to "[THE BUILDING OFFICIAL]" throughout the
Code, and replace it with "Property Maintenance Code Official".
(t)
Delete all references to "[THE GOVERNING BODY]" throughout the Code,
and replace it with "the Board of Supervisors".
[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 6]
Nothing in this Part or in the Property Maintenance Code hereby
adopted shall be construed to affect any suit or proceeding impending
in any court, or any rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any
cause or causes of action acquired or existing, under any act or ordinance
hereby repealed; nor shall any just or legal right or remedy of any
character be lost, impaired or affected by this Part.
[Ord. 236A, 6/21/2004, § 6]
If any sentence, clause, section or part of this Part is for
any reason found to be unconstitutional, illegal or invalid, such
unconstitutionality, illegality or invalidity shall not affect or
impair any of the remaining provisions, sentences, clauses, sections
or parts of this Part. It is hereby declared as the intent of the
Board of Supervisors of the Township that this Part would have been
adopted had such unconstitutional, illegal or invalid sentence, clause,
section or part thereof not been included herein.
