[Adopted 9-21-2010 by Ord. No. 1481]
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
Prefabricated I-joists, truss joists, truss rafters and laminated
beams and studs.
An emblem made of reflective material, in the shape and form
designed by the Dumont Fire Department, containing information identifying
a structure as containing engineered lumber.
A combination of material to form a construction for occupancy,
use or ornamentation, whether installed on, above or below the surface
of a parcel of land.
The Borough Construction Official shall determine if a structure
contains engineered lumber. All structures containing engineered lumber
must have a reflective symbol affixed to an electrical meter serving
the structure. The reflective symbol shall be applied by the owner/contractor
and shall be a condition of the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
The notarized affidavit must be signed by the owner and filed with
a permit before the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
The reflective symbol shall be in the form designed by the Dumont
Fire Department and will contain lettering to identify the location
of any engineered lumber in the structure.
This article shall apply to all structures, whether residential,
commercial or otherwise, including structures existing at the time
of the effective date of this article.
This article shall be enforced by the Construction Official
of the Borough of Dumont.
Any person violating this article by refusing to use the reflective
symbol or by removing or tampering with the reflective symbol shall
be subject to a fine in the amount of $2,000 per violation. Each day
that a violation continues shall be deemed to be a separate and distinct
offense.
