[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
The Township shall require owners of property abutting on any
street, including state highways, to construct, pave, repave and keep
in good repair the sidewalk, curb and gutter along such property,
at such grades and under such regulations as may be prescribed by
this Part.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
Where sidewalks or curbs are to be constructed, paved, repaved
or repaired over coal cellars or other excavations, such sidewalks
shall be supported by iron or steel beams, girders, stone or concrete
arches. Any support of wood or perishable material shall be prohibited.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
All sidewalks, curbs and gutters shall be constructed, paved,
repaved, or repaired upon the line and grade obtained by the property
owner from the Township Engineer.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
Notice to construct, pave, repave and repair sidewalks, curbs
or gutters shall be given by regular and certified mail to abutting
property owners, and such owners shall have 60 days to comply with
said notice in conformity with any construction specifications prescribed
by ordinance. For sufficient cause, this time limit may be extended.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
At any time during the performance of the required work, the
Township Engineer or his designee may inspect the work to determine
whether construction specifications are being observed.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
Upon failure of any property owner to construct, pave, repave
or maintain any sidewalk, curb or gutter in compliance with notice
to do so or for failure to repair damage done to Township streets,
the Township may do the same or cause the same to be done and may
levy the cost of its work on such owner as a municipal lien, including
attorneys' fees and costs, to be collected in the manner provided
by law.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
Where, in the opinion of the Road Master or his designated agent,
a dangerous condition exists that can be repaired, the Township shall
send such property owner notice by certified mail or personal service
stating emergency repairs are required. Upon failure of such owner
to comply with the notice within 48 hours after receiving it, the
Township may make emergency repairs and levy the cost of its work
and 10% additional on such owner as a property lien to be collected
in the manner provided by law.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
Any property owner who intends to construct, pave, repave or
keep in repair sidewalks, curbs or gutters, may construct, pave, repave
or repair the sidewalk, curb and gutter abutting his property; provided,
such owner shall make application to the Township before commencing
work, shall have paid all fees and costs, shall conform to the provisions
of this Part and other regulations as to specifications for construction
and repair work and shall notify the Township prior to the placing
of any concrete so that compliance with the requirements of this Part
may be determined. Permits shall be valid for 90 days from the date
of issuance. Permits may be extended on a case-by-case basis at the
discretion of the Township provided that such a request has been made
prior to the expiration of the original permit.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
Each applicant shall pay a permit fee in an amount as established
and set forth in a resolution adopted by Swatara Township.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
1.
Newly constructed or replaced sidewalks and curbs must be of concrete
construction and meet the following specifications:
A.
Curbs. Vertical curbs shall be a minimum of six inches wide; no less
than 18 inches depth; on no less than four inches base, of PennDOT-approved
2A or 2B or 2RC quarry stone; an expansion joint no less than every
four feet and no greater than every 20 feet; from road surface to
top of curb, no less than six inches and no greater than eight inches;
test strength of 3,500 pounds after 28 days of hardness, mixed in
accordance with standard practices; a straight street-side face; entire
curb front and rear faces shall be formed, shall be straight and without
warp; all edges shall be rounded; curing compound applied according
to manufacturer's recommendations between 24 hours and 48 hours
after stripping of forms. Curbing repairs must match existing curbing
in style and composition.
B.
Sidewalks. Minimum of four feet in width or when abutting existing
sidewalk, the said line of the new or replacement sidewalk shall conform
to the line of the existing conditions; not less than four inches
in thickness; a four-inch base of hand- or mechanical-tamped, PennDOT-approved
2A, 2B or 2RC quarry stone; an expansion joint utilizing a Township
Engineer-approved material no less than every four feet and no greater
than every 20 feet or where the installation of new concrete abuts
existing concrete; control joints shall be placed at a minimum of
four feet and evenly spaced thereafter; sloped towards street or cartway
for proper drainage; test strength of 3,500 pounds after 28 days of
hardness mixed in accordance with standard practices; broom-type finish;
all edges shall be rounded to a minimum radius of no less than 1/2
inch, curing compound applied according to manufacturer's recommendations.
C.
Variation. Variation in excess of 1/4 inch from Township-provided
line and grade shall be sufficient for rejection of work.
D.
Weather Protection. Concrete poured for curb and sidewalk must be
protected from drying too rapidly in warm weather and from freezing
in cold weather by appropriate precautions in accordance with the
most current American Concrete Institute recommendations.
E.
Restoration. The property owner shall restore all damage to the street,
if any, to its previous condition in accordance with this Part.
F.
Accessibility Requirements. All work shall conform to the most current
standards as set forth by the federal Americans with Disabilities
Act.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
All curbs or sidewalks along state highways shall be constructed
in accordance with PennDOT requirements and procedures, including
the obtaining of any required permit.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
All property owners, persons, firms or corporations, while engaged
either by themselves or by their contractors, in doing any work under
the provisions of this Part, shall fully protect the work, openings
and excavations, if any, in, upon or about said work, and conduct
all activities in accordance with all federal and state regulations.
[Ord. 2017-01, 1/12/2017]
Any person violating the provisions of this Part shall be subject
to a fine not to exceed $1,000 together with costs of prosecution,
including attorneys' fees, and/or imprisonment of not more than 90
days. Each day of violation of this Part shall be a separate violation.
