This article shall be cited "Reflective Symbol on Structures
Using Engineered Lumber."
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
ENGINEERED LUMBER
Prefabricated l-joists, truss joists, truss rafters and laminated
beams and studs.
REFLECTIVE SYMBOL
An emblem made of reflective material, in the shape and form
designed by the Fair Lawn Fire Department, containing information
identifying a structure as containing engineered lumber.
STRUCTURE
A combination of materials to form a construction for occupancy,
use or ornamentation, whether installed on, above or below the surface
of a parcel of land.
The Borough Construction Official shall determine if a structure
contains engineered lumber. All structures containing engineered lumber
must have a reflective symbol affixed to an electrical meter serving
the structure. The reflective symbol shall be applied by the Construction
Official or designee and shall be a condition of the issuance of a
UCC certificate of occupancy.
The reflective symbol shall be in the form designed by the Fair
Lawn Fire Department and will contain lettering to identify the location
of any engineered lumber in the structure. The following letters,
of a size and color to make them conspicuous, shall be printed on
the emblem: "F" to signify a floor with truss construction, "R" to
signify a roof with truss construction, or "F/R" to signify both a
floor and roof with truss construction.
This article shall apply to all residential one- and two-family
structures, including structures existing at the time of the effective
date of this article.
This article shall be enforced by the Fire Prevention Official
of the Borough of Fair Lawn.
Any person violating this article by refusing to use the reflective
symbol or by removing or tampering with the reflective symbol shall
be subject to a fine in an amount of $25 per violation. Each day that
a violation continues shall be deemed to be a separate and distinct
offense.