Upon presentation of proper credentials, duly authorized representatives
of the Borough of Chalfont may enter at reasonable times upon any
property within the Borough of Chalfont to investigate or ascertain
the condition of the subject property in regard to any aspect regulated
by this chapter.
[Added 5-9-2022 by Ord. No. 466]
A. The
landowner or the owner's designee (including the municipality for
dedicated and owned facilities) shall inspect SWM BMPs, facilities
and/or structures installed under this chapter according to the following
frequencies, at a minimum, to ensure the BMPs, facilities and/or structures
continue to function as intended:
(1) Annually for the first five years
(2) Once every three years thereafter.
(3) During or immediately after the cessation of a ten-year or greater
storm.
B. Inspections
should be conducted during or immediately following precipitation
events. A written inspection report shall be created to document each
inspection. The inspection report shall contain the date and time
of the inspection, the individual(s) who completed the inspection,
the location of the BMP, facility or structure inspected, observations
on performance, and recommendations for improving performance, if
applicable. Inspection reports shall be submitted to the municipality
within 30 days following completion of the inspection.