[Adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Pittsfield 5-13-1997 as § 5.201
of the 1997 Code. Amendments noted where applicable.]
A.
Whenever it appears that a culvert must be installed, replaced, or
repaired, the responsible party shall first apply to the Town Board
for a permit.
B.
The Town Board may place such restrictions on a permit as it deems
necessary for the safety of its residents, for the prevention of water
damage, and for the prevention of drainage problems.
C.
In the event a culvert is repaired or replaced, the applicant shall
be responsible for restoring the area to its previous condition.
D.
In the event a culvert is newly installed, the applicant shall be
responsible for restoring the area to the proper grade, for the condition
of any ditch which may be affected, and for compliance with any other
applicable law, ordinance, regulation or condition of the permit.
E.
Only metal culverts shall be used in the Town.
Minimum culvert size must be 18 inches by 24 feet, with end
walls.
A.
If any culvert is installed, replaced, or repaired in violation of
the provisions of this chapter, the Town may restore the area to a
condition which complies with this chapter and recover the cost from
the responsible party.
