[Adopted 9-9-2014 by Ord. No. 2014-03, approved 9-9-2014]
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
A combination of members, such as beams, bars and ties, usually
arranged in triangular units to form a rigid framework for supporting
loads over a span of structural members that connect to span the space
between the walls of the building to support a vertical load.
The owner of any building, whether residential or nonresidential,
constructed with combustible truss construction in any form or matter
shall be required to install and maintain a truss emblem. The emblem
shall be permanently affixed to the front of the building at the main
entrance door at a height of between four to six feet above the ground.
The emblem shall be of a bright and reflective color which contrasts
with the background. The shape and size shall be in accordance with
that design that is attached hereto and made apart hereof as Exhibit
A.[1] The following letters shall be printed on the emblem:
A.
F = signifies floor truss construction;
B.
R = signifies roof truss construction; or
C.
F/R = signifies both floor and roof truss construction.
[1]
Editor's Note: Exhibit A is on file in the Borough office.
Individual structures and dwelling units with truss construction
that are part of a planned real estate development shall not be required
to have an identifying emblem if there is an emblem affixed at each
entrance to the development, the development sign or upon the street
signs of the streets within the development.
