Upon presentation of proper credentials, duly authorized representatives
of the Township may enter, at reasonable times, upon any property
within the Township to inspect the condition of the stormwater structures
and facilities in regard to any aspect regulated by this chapter.
The Township governing body is hereby authorized and directed
to enforce all of the provisions of this chapter. All inspections
regarding compliance with the SWM site plan and the recorded declaration
of stormwater access easement shall be the responsibility of the Township
Engineer or other qualified persons designated by the Township. Inspection
frequency will be as deemed necessary by the Township Engineer and
will be based on past performance of the facility, compliance history
of the owner of the facility with inspection and maintenance requirements,
and weather conditions.
A. A set of design plans approved by the Township shall be on file at
the site throughout the duration of the construction activity. Periodic
inspections may be made by the Township or designee during construction.
B. Adherence to approved plan. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to undertake any regulated activity under §
175-5 on any property except as provided for in the approved SWM site plan and pursuant to the requirements of this chapter. It shall be unlawful to alter or remove any control structure required by the SWM site plan pursuant to this chapter or to allow the property to remain in a condition that does not conform to the approved SWM site plan.
C. At the completion of the project, and as a prerequisite for the release
of the performance guarantee, the owner or his representatives shall:
(1) Provide a certification of completion from an engineer, architect,
surveyor, or other qualified person verifying that all permanent facilities
have been constructed according to the plans and specifications and
approved revisions thereto; and
(2) Provide a set of as-built drawings.
D. After receipt of the certification by the Township, a final inspection
shall be conducted by the governing body or its designee to certify
compliance with this chapter.
E. Occupancy permit. An occupancy permit shall not be issued until all
stormwater issues have been addressed to the Township's satisfaction.
The occupancy permit shall be required for each lot owner and/or developer
for all subdivisions and land development in the Township.
F. Suspension and revocation of approvals.
(1) Prior to revocation or suspension of a permit, the governing body
will schedule a hearing to discuss the noncompliance, if there is
no immediate danger to life, public health, or property.
(2) Any approval issued under this chapter may be suspended or revoked
by the governing body for:
(a)
Noncompliance with or failure to implement any provision of
the approval.
(b)
A violation of any provision of this chapter or any other applicable
law, ordinance, rule, or regulation relating to the project.
(c)
The creation of any condition or the commission of any act during
construction or development that constitutes or creates a hazard,
a nuisance, or pollution or that endangers the life or property of
others.
(3) A suspended approval shall be reinstated by the governing body when:
(a)
The Township Engineer or his designee has inspected and approved
the corrections to the stormwater management and erosion and sediment
pollution control measure(s) or the elimination of the hazard or nuisance;
(b)
The governing body is satisfied that the violation of this chapter,
law, or rule and regulation has been corrected.
(4) An approval that has been revoked by the governing body cannot be
reinstated. The applicant may apply for a new approval under the procedures
outlined in this chapter.