Borough of Jefferson Hills, PA G Maintenance of Facilities and Systems.

§ 26-161 Maintenance Responsibilities.

[Ord. 621, 2/22/1993, § 701]

1. The stormwater management plan for the development site shall establish responsibilities for the continuing operation and maintenance of all proposed stormwater control facilities. The proposed maintenance plan should be consistent with the general maintenance policies stated in the Borough stormwater management plan.

2. The Borough Council shall make the final determination on the continuing maintenance responsibilities as part of the final application review based on the recommendation of the Planning Commission. The Council reserves the right to accept or reject the ownership and operating responsibility of any or all of the stormwater management controls.

§ 26-162 Maintenance Agreement for Privately Owned Stormwater Facilities.

[Ord. 621, 2/22/1993, § 602]

1. Prior to final approval of the site's stormwater management plan, the property owner shall sign and record a maintenance agreement covering all stormwater control facilities which are to be privately owned. The agreement shall stipulate that:

A. The owner shall maintain all facilities in accordance with the approved maintenance schedule and shall keep all facilities maintained in a safe and attractive manner.

B. The owner shall convey to the Borough easements and/or rights-of-way to assure access for periodic inspections by the Borough and maintenance if required.

C. The owner shall keep on file with the Borough the name, address and telephone number of the person or company responsible for maintenance activities; in the event of a change, new information will be submitted to the Borough within 10 days of the change.

D. The owner shall establish any special maintenance funds or other financing sources, in accordance with the approved maintenance plan.

E. If the owner fails to maintain the stormwater control facilities, following due notice by the Borough to correct the problems, the Borough shall perform the necessary maintenance or corrective work. The owner shall reimburse the Borough for all costs or a lien shall be placed on the property.

2. The Borough may require other items to be included in the agreement where determined necessary to guarantee the satisfactory maintenance of all facilities. The maintenance agreement shall be subject to the review and approval of the Borough Solicitor.