[Adopted 6-10-1912 by Ord. No. 103 (Ch. 21, Part 2, of the
1987 Code of Ordinances)]
[Amended 10-5-1987 by Ord. No. 568]
From and after the passage of this article, every person or
persons, firm, corporation or partnership owning property in the Borough
of Collingdale shall grade, pave, curb and gutter the sidewalk or
footway belonging to, or in front of or along side of, his, her, their
or its property within 30 days after being notified so to do. The
Council may specify the manner in which the work shall be done and
the kind of materials to be used in each particular case. The property
owner shall comply with these specifications in having the said work
done, provided that, before any sidewalk shall be graded, paved, curbed
or guttered, the owner shall procure the Borough Engineer to give
and mark the grades according to the Borough plan, and the property
owner shall conform to his directions.
[Amended 5-2-1949, by Ord. No. 272]
All sidewalks shall be four feet in width and shall be placed
in the center of the sidewalk area, and those parts not occupied by
footwalk shall consist of a grass plot, and all sidewalks shall be
laid to the established grade and shall have a fall of 1/2 inch to
the foot in the grass plot area and 1/4 inch to the foot in the paved
area unless Council shall by ordinance or resolution otherwise direct.
[Amended 5-2-1949, by Ord. No. 273]
Where water conductors are required, they shall be constructed
of iron pipe and laid under the sidewalk and through the curb to the
gutter. Where driveways cross any of the sidewalks, the driveways
shall be paved from property line to curbline with six-inch concrete
with a gradual slope from the outer edge of the footwalk to a level
two inches above the gutter.
[Amended 5-2-1949, by Ord. No. 272]
A.
All footwalks shall be constructed as follows:
(1)
The sidewalk shall be excavated and graded to the width required
to a subgrade four inches below and parallel to the finished pavement.
The subgrade shall be thoroughly compacted by ramming to the prescribed
lines to a smooth even subgrade.
(2)
The concrete for sidewalks shall consist of one course portland cement
concrete composed of one part good portland cement, two parts good
clean, sharp sand or N.J. gravel, and four parts good, hard crushed
stone or gravel which shall pass a one-inch ring and be retained by
a one-half-inch ring, and be uniformly graded.
(3)
The sidewalk shall be laid in alternate four-foot blocks unless steel
dividing plates are used, and a one-half-inch asphaltic premoulded
expansion joint shall be placed every 40 feet. All joints are to extend
entirely through the concrete. The consistency of the mix shall be
such that there will appear on the surface only enough mortar to allow
for suitable finishing. When the concrete is placed, it shall be tamped
and screeded off until it is flush with the forms and then belted
with a canvas belt. The surface shall then be given a broom finish.
All edges and joints shall be finished with a one-fourth-inch edger.
At no time shall dry cement be used as a drier.
(4)
All sidewalks shall be four feet wide by not less than four inches
thick, unless otherwise ordered by the Borough Engineer or Highway
Committee.
(5)
After the concrete has set sufficiently, all forms shall be removed
and the ground on both sides of the sidewalk shall be refilled to
the top of the sidewalk with suitable material, which shall be tamped
in place until firm and solid. All excess materials must be hauled
away and the work left neat and clean.
B.
When completed, the sidewalk shall be protected from the elements
in a satisfactory manner for a period of three days or more if directed.
[Amended 5-2-1949, by Ord. No. 273]
Curbs shall be constructed as follows:
A.
Concrete curbs.
(1)
Excavation. Excavation shall be made to the full required depth and
width, and the subgrade or base upon which the curb is to set shall
be compacted by ramming to form a hard, solid, even surface.
(2)
Forms. The forms for concrete curbs are to be of wood or metal: straight,
free from warp, and of sufficient strength when staked to resist the
pressure of the concrete without springing. If of wood, they shall
be of two-inch planking planed on the inner faces and edges, and so
braced as to be approved section and shall have a flat surface on
top, and so set as to exactly conform to the lines and grades as given
by the Borough Engineer.
(3)
Concrete. The concrete for curbs and gutters shall be composed of
one part good portland cement, two parts good clean sand or N.J. gravel,
free from all loam, dirt or other impurities, and four parts good,
hard crushed stone or gravel, which shall pass a one-inch ring and
be retained on a one-half-inch ring and be uniformly graded.
(4)
Placing concrete. The concrete, after being thoroughly mixed, shall
be placed in the forms to the depth specified, in layers of five or
six inches, and tamped or spaded until mortar entirely covers its
surface. Where indicated as directed, drainage openings shall be made
through the curb at the elevation and of the size required.
(5)
Forming joints. The concrete curb shall be constructed in uniform
lengths or sections of 10 feet, except where shorter sections are
necessary for closures, but no section shall be less than four feet.
These sections shall be separated by sheet steel templates set perpendicular
to the face and top of the curb. These templates shall be 1/8 inch
in thickness of the width of the curbing and not less than two inches
longer than the depth of the curb. The templates shall be set carefully
during the placing of the concrete and allowed to remain in place
until the concrete has set sufficiently to hold its shape, but shall
be removed while the forms are still in place. A one-half-inch asphaltic
premoulded expansion joint shall be placed every 40 feet.
(6)
Finishing. Concrete curbs are to be 22 inches deep by seven inches
thick from the bottom of the curb to a point six inches below the
top of the curb, and then batter back on the face to six inches thick
at the top of the curb; the inside edge of the curb to be 1/2 inch
higher than the outside edge so as to ensure the proper wash. The
top and outer face of the curb shall be floated smooth and the outer
edge rounded to a radius of one inch while the concrete is still soft.
(a)
The forms shall be removed within 24 hours after the concrete
has been placed; honeycombed places and other minor defects shall
be filled with mortar composed of one part portland cement and two
parts of sand, which shall be applied with a wooden float. Plastering
shall not be permitted on the faces of the curbing, and all rejected
curbing shall be removed and replaced without additional compensation.
(b)
The top and face of the curbing from the top to eight inches
below shall be finished while the concrete is still green by wetting
a wooden block and rubbing the surface until smooth; after the concrete
has been rubbed smooth, it shall be rubbed again until a uniform color
is produced, using in place of water a thin grout composed of one
part portland cement and two parts approved sand.
(c)
When completed, the curbing shall be protected from the elements
in a satisfactory manner for a period of three days or more, if directed.
(7)
Tangent joints. Where circular curbing is united with the tangent
or straight curbing, there shall be imbedded in the concrete a reinforcing
bar 1/2 inch in diameter and 24 inches long; this bar shall be placed
six inches below the top of the curbing and in the center of its width
and shall extend 12 inches into the curbing on each side of the joint.
(8)
Refilling. After the concrete has set sufficiently, the spaces in
front and back of the curbing shall be refilled to the required elevation
with suitable material, which shall be tamped in layers of not more
than six inches until firm and solid. All excess materials must be
hauled away and the work left neat and clean.
All gutters in the Borough shall be 27 inches in width and six inches below the curbline at the curb and two inches below the outer edge, and shall be constructed of sound, vitrified bricks on the edge. The outer edge is to be toothed into the roadway and all crevices filled with clean, sharp sand or cement grouting, excepting when the curb is constructed of concrete; in which event, the gutter shall be constructed of concrete to be mixed in the same manner as specified for concrete walks in § 521-4 of this article.
[Amended 12-5-1983, by Ord. No. 542]
A.
Where it is found that sidewalks, curbs or gutters already constructed
or hereinafter constructed do not conform to the established grades
or width, or are otherwise in a state of disrepair, it shall be the
duty of the owner of the land abutting such sidewalk and/or curb and/or
gutter to reconstruct or connect such sidewalk, curb and/or gutter
in accordance with the provisions of this article within 30 days after
receipt of written notice to that effect.
B.
Before any transfer in ownership of any improved or unimproved property
takes place, the owner shall be required to reconstruct the existing
curb, sidewalk and/or gutter located thereon either upon receiving
an order to do so from the Borough Manager or Building Inspector,
or if the Borough is unaware of such proposed transfer, the property
owner shall be presumed to have received such notice and shall comply
therewith. Said reconstruction shall be carried out in accordance
with the specifications for construction as set forth in this article.
[Amended 10-5-1987 by Ord. No. 568]
It shall hereafter be unlawful for any persons or owners to
construct or cause to be constructed any pavement, curb or gutter
or correct the same unless the owner of the land abutting thereon
or the person having charge of such work shall have first obtained
a permit from the Borough. Said permit shall be placed in the hands
of the Borough Engineer, who shall furnish the said person or owner
with the established lines and grades and endorse thereon, when the
work has been completed, a certificate that the work has been performed
and the regulations of the Borough complied with and return the said
permit so endorsed to the Borough.
It shall be the duty of all owners to keep their sidewalks in
a good and passable condition, and they shall make the necessary repairs
within 30 days after notice to that effect; except that, when the
sidewalks are dangerous, they shall be temporarily repaired and rendered
safe within 24 hours after notice to that effect. Upon failure of
the owner or owners to comply with the notice, the Borough shall have
the necessary repairs made and shall collect the cost thereof from
the owner or owners.
[Amended 12-13-1999 by Ord. No. 627A]
A.
It shall not be lawful for the owner or owners of any property to
place, allow or maintain an obstruction or encroachment upon the sidewalk,
passageways or public rights-of-way abutting on such property, or
to place or allow any awning, sign or branches of trees to encroach
at less than a clear height of nine feet above any sidewalk.
B.
The sidewalk, passageways or public rights-of-way shall at all times
be kept free and clear of all obstruction to safe and convenient passage,
and free from any signs and merchandise placed there for display or
sale, or any self-service machines, benches, chairs, tables, flags,
banners, or any permanent obstruction.
C.
Unless expressly approved as a conditional use by the Borough Council
of the Borough of Collingdale, there shall be no self-service machines
or devices, including vending machines for the sale of newspapers,
food products, ice or beverages; ball gum machines; sidewalk signs,
banners, flags, signboards, placards; tables, chairs and benches;
nor any permanent obstruction whatsoever, on any sidewalk, passageways
or public rights-of-way.
D.
Special events. As a conditional use, the Borough Council of the
Borough of Collingdale may authorize temporary, short-term special
events oriented to the general public, special seasonal sales or promotional
sales, subject to the following:
(1)
Such use shall be limited to a reasonable period of time with the
display area identified and providing safety to the general public.
(2)
Such uses shall not obstruct pedestrian or automobile traffic.
(3)
Goods and displays shall be located a safe setback from any cartway.
(4)
All litter generated by the use shall be removed at no expense to
the Borough.
(5)
The applicant shall provide all safety precautions as the Borough
may require.
(6)
A permit is obtained, with all signage to be agreed upon by the Borough.
[Amended 10-5-1987 by Ord. No. 568]
All notices referred to in this article shall be written or printed, and excepting the 24 hours' notice in § 521-9 of this article, shall be signed by the Borough Manager, and be served upon the owners of the abutting property, either personally or by leaving the same with an adult member of the family with whom the said owner or owners reside, if the residence of the said owner or owners can be ascertained within the Borough of Collingdale. If the said owner or owners of said abutting property have no residence within the said Borough, or cannot be found within the said Borough, then the notice shall be posted on the premises and a copy left with the occupant if there is one, and shall further be served by registered letter upon the owner or owners of the abutting property or their agents or attorneys, if their address be known. If the owner or owners of the property abutting on said sidewalk, curb or gutter be a corporation, said notice may be served upon either the president or secretary or authorized agent of said corporation, in the same manner as is herein provided for the service upon individuals. Where said notice is sent by a registered letter, the time herein provided shall be computed from the date said letter is mailed or registered, provided said notice has been previously posted upon the premises.
[Amended 10-5-1987 by Ord. No. 568]
A.
If within the time prescribed in this article any owner shall, after
notice served as aforesaid, neglect or refuse to comply with the provisions
thereof, it shall be the duty of the Borough to have the required
work done as soon as possible after the expiration of said time and
collect from the owner or owners of the abutting property the cost
of said work together with the following penalty.
B.
Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any provision of
this article shall, upon conviction thereof, be sentenced to pay a
fine of not more than $300 and/or to imprisonment for a term not to
exceed 90 days.
