As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
APPLICANT
Refers to the person proposing a driveway.
ATTORNEY APPROVAL
Any and all bonds with surety, agreements, deed, or such
other documents required by these regulations shall be in such form
as may be approved by the Town Attorney.
BOARD
The Select Board for the Town of Thompson, Connecticut, or
its authorized representative.
CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
A document issued by the Building Official, allowing the
occupancy or approval of a building or structure and certifying that
the structure or use has been constructed and will be used in compliance
with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town of Thompson,
Connecticut, or its authorized representative.
DRIVEWAY
An access onto or an egress from an approved Town street.
PERSON
Includes corporations, partnerships, firms, associations,
or any other entity.
ROAD STANDARDS
The standards and specifications set forth in the Public
Improvement Specifications prepared by the Northeastern Connecticut
Council of Governments.
STREET
Any Town-owned way constructed for and dedicated to movement
of vehicles and pedestrians.
TOWN
The Town of Thompson, Connecticut.
It is the declared purpose of this article to regulate driveways
for the purpose of providing safe and structurally adequate access
onto streets.
Any person violating any provision of this article shall be
fined, see Ordinance Schedule of Fees and Fines, for each offense.
Each day of such violation shall constitute a separate offense and
be subjected to separate punishment.