[HISTORY: Adopted by the Borough Council of the Borough of Langhorne 9-22-1995. Amendments noted where applicable.]
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 - List of Historical Properties
[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]
Pursuant to the authority contained in the Act of June 13, 1961, P.L. 282, No. 167, as amended (53 P.S. § 8001 et seq.), and pursuant to the authority contained in the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, as amended by Act 170 of 1988 (53 P.S. § 10101 et seq.), the Council of the Borough of Langhorne desires to protect, regulate, and preserve the historic district, landmarks, and buildings located in the Borough for its citizens.
A. 
The Borough of Langhorne is of a character which recalls the rich architectural, historical, cultural, and natural heritage of Pennsylvania.
B. 
In order to protect the buildings, structures, landmarks, and places of architectural, historical, and natural distinction and significance and to protect the general welfare, education, culture, and environment of the Borough, a Historical District is established as shown on a map attached to and made part of this chapter which shall be known as and designated "The Historical District of the Borough of Langhorne."[1] This District shall include all areas and buildings set forth in 1975 in Ordinance No. 221[2] and all later revisions and amendments to the ordinance and District.
[1]
Editor's Note: See the current Zoning Map, included as an attachment to Chapter 450, Zoning.
[2]
Editor's Note: So in original.
C. 
The provisions of this chapter shall apply to those buildings and sites which are listed herein or are designated or contained in the attached map of the Historical District.[3] All buildings, sites, monuments, and landmarks located in the Historical District are declared to have historical or architectural significance or importance.
[3]
Editor's Note: See the current Zoning Map, included as an attachment to Chapter 450, Zoning.
D. 
The purpose of this chapter is to promote historical and significant buildings, structures, landmarks, and natural aspects for the cultural, educational, environmental, economic, and general welfare of the public through the preservation, protection, and regulation of buildings, sites, monuments, structures, and areas of historical interest or importance; to safeguard the heritage of the Borough; to preserve and enhance the environmental quality of the Borough; to strengthen the Borough's economic base; to establish and improve property values; to foster economic development; and to encourage growth and provide eligibility for tax and other advantages available to property owners who rehabilitate and preserve historic or debilitated buildings and sites.
For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
ALTERATION
Any change because of construction, repair, maintenance, or otherwise to a building or structure in whole or in part located in the Historical District or designated as a landmark.
APPLICANT
The record owner of the buildings and site, the lessee of a building, or a person holding a bona fide contract to purchase the building or site.
BOARD
The Borough of Langhorne Historic Architectural Review Board.
BOROUGH COUNCIL
The Borough Council of the Borough of Langhorne.
BUILDING
Any structure, place, or any other construction built for the shelter or enclosure of persons, animals, or chattels, or any part of a structure when subdivided by division, walls, or party walls extending to or above the roof and without openings in such separate walls. The term "building" shall be construed as if followed by the words "or any part thereof."
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
A document evidencing approval of the Board for work or action proposed by an applicant.
CONSTRUCTION
The erection of on-site improvements on a parcel of ground located in the Historical District or on a landmark site, whether the site is presently improved, unimproved, or becomes unimproved by demolition, demolition by neglect, destruction of the improvements located thereon by fire, windstorm, or other casualty, or otherwise. A parcel of ground shall be referred to as a site.
DEMOLITION
The complete or constructive removal of a building or structure on a site; altering a building or a structure in such a manner as to render it unfit for use to such an extent that repair is not feasible or is so costly as to be economically prohibited. Alterations within the scope of an approved building permit shall not be regarded as demolition.
DEMOLITION BY NEGLECT
Neglect in the maintenance of any building, structure, or site resulting in any one or more of the following:
A. 
The deterioration of a building or structure to the extent that it creates or permits a hazardous or unsafe condition;
B. 
The deterioration of a building or structure characterized by one or more of the following:
(1) 
Those buildings or structures which have parts which are so unattached that they may fall and injure members of the public or property;
(2) 
Deteriorated or inadequate supports or foundations;
(3) 
Defective or deteriorated floors supports or floor supports insufficient to carry imposed loads with safety;
(4) 
Members of walls or other vertical supports that split, lean, list, or buckle due to defective materials or deterioration;
(5) 
Members of walls or other vertical supports insufficient to carry imposed loads with safety;
(6) 
Members of ceilings, roofs, ceiling and roof supports, or other horizontal members which sag, split, or buckle due to defective materials or deterioration;
(7) 
Members of ceilings, roofs, ceiling and roof supports, or other horizontal members insufficient to carry imposed loads with safety;
(8) 
Fireplaces or chimneys which list, bulge, or settle due to defective materials or deterioration;
(9) 
Any fault, defect, or condition in a building or structure which renders the same structurally unsafe or not properly watertight;
(10) 
Any action by any Borough, county, state, or federal office or agency concerning the safety or physical condition of a building.
EARTHWORKS
Any subsurface remains of historical, archaeological, cultural, environmental, or architectural importance or any unusual ground formation of archaeological significance.
EXTERIOR
The outside surfaces of buildings or structures.
EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES
Includes, but are not limited to, the architectural style, scale, general design, and general arrangement of the exterior of a structure, including the kind and texture of the building material, the type and style of all roofs, windows, doors and signs.
HISTORICAL DISTRICT
The area of the Borough which falls within the boundaries of the attached map.[1]
LANDMARK or LANDMARK SITE
A building, structure, lot, site, or landmark located in the Historical District, or designated as an historical site, of particular historic, architectural, cultural, environmental, or natural significance, which meets at least one of the following criteria:
A. 
Exemplify or reflect the broad cultural, political, economic, or social history of the nation, commonwealth, Borough, or community;
B. 
Identified with historic personages or peoples, or with important events in national, state, or local history;
C. 
Embody distinguishing characteristics of an architectural-type specimen, inherently valuable for a study of a period, style, method of construction, or indigenous materials or craftsmanship; or
D. 
Representative of the notable work of a master builder, designer, artisan, or architect whose individual style and ability has been recognized.
ORDINARY REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE
Work done on a building or structure in order to correct any deterioration, decay of, or damage to a building, structure, or part in order to restore same as nearly as practical to its condition prior to such deterioration, decay, or damage.
PRESENT CONDITION OF PROPERTIES LOCATED IN THE DISTRICT
The Building Inspector, in conjunction with the Board, shall review and note, in writing or by photograph, the condition of all buildings and structures located in the Historical District within one year of passage of this chapter. No property owner shall be required to restore, renovate, or repair a building or structure to a condition of higher quality than evident at the time of passage of this chapter. If a property owner applies for a building permit, the Board may recommend repairs, renovations, or restoration of the property to a condition of higher quality than evident at the time of passage of this chapter.
VACANT BUILDING AND/OR STRUCTURE
Any building or structure which is not occupied or used on a daily basis in the manner it is intended for 60 days or more.
[1]
Editor's Note: See the current Zoning Map, included as an attachment to Chapter 450, Zoning.
A. 
A Historic Architectural Review Board is established and shall consist of seven members appointed by Borough Council, one of whom shall be a registered architect, one a licensed real estate broker, one a Building Inspector or Code Enforcement Officer, and one a member of the Planning Commission. The majority of the members shall be residents of, own property in or work in the Borough. All members shall have a knowledge of and interest in the preservation of historical, architectural, cultural, or significant buildings, sites, monuments, landmarks, areas, and natural aspects.
B. 
The members shall serve three year terms. The terms of the seven members shall be staggered. Vacancies shall be filed for the remainder of the unexpired term(s). All members shall serve without compensation.
C. 
A majority of the Board shall constitute a quorum and action taken at any meeting shall require the affirmative vote of a majority of the Board. The Board shall keep a permanent record of its transactions and shall make monthly reports to Borough Council. The Board, pursuant to appropriations by Borough Council, may pay salaries and wages, employ secretarial assistance, and incur necessary expenses, provided that the Board shall not incur any expenses without prior resolution of Borough Council.
D. 
The Board shall exercise only those powers and duties granted by this chapter or those powers and duties which may be assigned to it at a later time by Borough Council.
The Board shall have the following specific powers:
A. 
To make periodic reports to Borough Council concerning their transactions, business, and review of applications;
B. 
To provide information and advice to property owners and others involving the preservation of the Historical District and historic buildings, structures, and landmarks outside the Historical District;
C. 
To suggest and review pertinent legislation;
D. 
To suggest and review planning proposals;
E. 
To cooperate with other regulatory agencies and civic organizations and groups interested in historic preservation;
F. 
To review all applications for zoning variances, changes, and conditional uses where they affect the Historical District or historic buildings, structures, and landmarks outside the Historical District;
G. 
To review all building applications where they affect the Historical District or historic buildings, structures, and landmarks outside the Historical District;
H. 
Upon receipt of any zoning, sign, building, or other similar permit, the Board shall determine whether this chapter applies and transmit its recommendations that it does apply to Borough Council or its finding that this chapter does not apply or that the proposed action does not involve a material change to the office or person responsible for issuing such permit;
I. 
If this chapter applies, the Board shall consider the application at a public meeting, advising the applicant of the time and place of any applicable meetings and affording the applicant the opportunity to present evidence or testimony at the hearing;
J. 
To advise Borough Council regarding the advisability of issuance of any permit or certificate which Borough Council may issue pursuant to the Act of June 13, 1961, as amended,[1] this chapter, and any other applicable Borough Ordinance;
[1]
Editor's Note: See 53 P.S. § 8001 et seq.
K. 
To render advice with reference to sidewalk construction and repair, tree planting, street improvements, streetlighting, and signage where it affects the Historical District or historic buildings, structures, and landmarks outside the Historical District;
L. 
To render advice with reference to the renovation, repair, restoration, or construction of public buildings;
M. 
To promulgate, make, and amend rules, procedures, and regulations for their own organization and administration, consistent with Borough ordinances and state laws, and after approval of the rules, procedures, and regulations by Borough Council, apply them to all proceedings;
N. 
To meet with Borough Council to review all permits and decisions and to determine the feasibility of expanding, subtracting from, or leaving status quo, the Historical District;
O. 
To cooperate with and enlist assistance from the National Trust of Historic Preservation, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, and other agencies, public and private, concerned with historic sites and buildings;
P. 
To do such other acts as required by Borough Council by resolution.
A. 
No private building, structure, edifice, or landmark, including fences, boundary walls, signs, sidewalks, street trees, and paving shall be erected, altered, restored, moved, demolished, or razed within the Historical District until after an application for a certificate of appropriateness has been submitted to and reviewed by the Board and its recommendations submitted to and approved by Borough Council.
B. 
No registered historic building, structure, edifice, or landmark, including fences, boundary walls, signs, sidewalks, street trees, and paving shall be erected, altered, restored, moved, razed, or demolished until after an application for a certificate of appropriateness has been submitted to and reviewed by the Board and its recommendations submitted to and approved by Borough Council.
C. 
There shall be no excavation or moving of earth, rock, or subsoil without a certificate of appropriateness if earthworks of historical or archaeological importance exist.
D. 
No permit for the erection, reconstruction, alteration, restoration, demolition, or razing of any building, structure, sign, landmark, in whole or in part, in the Historical District or registered historic shall be issued until Borough Council has reviewed the recommendations of the Board and until a certificate of appropriateness has been issued.
E. 
Any building or structure which remains vacant for more than 60 days may be inspected every six months by the Building Inspector and/or the Fire Marshal to determine whether the building or structure is properly secured and protected and is not being neglected or permitted to deteriorate or grow worse.
Upon the receipt of an application for a zoning, building and/or sign permit for work to be done in the Historical District or upon a registered historic building or structure, the office or person responsible for issuing the permit shall act in accordance with the ordinances, regulations, and procedures in effect with regard to the issuance of that particular permit and shall in addition comply with the following requirements:
A. 
Forward to the Board a copy of the application for a zoning, building, sign and/or demolition permit, together with a copy of the plot plan, building plans, and specifications, and all other documents submitted and filed by the applicant;
B. 
Not issue any permit until the Board determines if this chapter is applicable, and if applicable, until Borough Council issues a certificate of appropriateness;
C. 
Maintain a record of the filing of all applications, their handling, and their final disposition;
D. 
Develop and maintain a system that cross-references all applications and their disposition; and
E. 
Require an applicant to file a sufficient number of copies of the application and all supporting documents in order to permit compliance with this chapter.
Upon the receipt of an application for a permit to demolish or raze a building or structure in the Historical District, a registered historic building or structure, and/or a building or structure believed to be at least 75 years of age, the office or person responsible for issuing the permit shall act in accordance with the ordinances, regulations, and procedures in effect with regard to the issuance of that particular permit and shall in addition comply with the following requirements:
A. 
Delay for a maximum of 30 days the issuance of a demolition permit for any building or structure in the Historical District, a registered historic building or structure, and/or a building or structure over 75 years of age;
B. 
Refer the application for a permit to the Board within two working days of its receipt;
C. 
If the Board determines that the building or structure is of historical significance for reasons it shall state in a written opinion, the office or person responsible for the permit upon request from the Board shall order an additional delay in the issuance of the permit up to 60 days from the date of the application for the permit during which time the Board shall seek alternatives to demolition;
D. 
Within 90 days of receipt of the request for a demolition permit, Borough Council shall review the recommendations and actions of the Board and issue a decision. If the applicant does not agree to an extension of time to review the matter or disagrees with the decision of Borough Council, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Court of Common Pleas of Bucks County within 30 days of issuance of the decision;
E. 
If the Board determines that the building or structure appears on or is eligible to be registered in the National Register of Historic Places, the office or person responsible for the permit shall, upon request of the Board, delay the issuance of said permit for up to six months from the date of application for the permit during which time the Board shall seek alternatives to demolition;
F. 
In the event historically significant features are discovered by the Board and there appears to be no alternative to demolition, the applicant shall cooperate with the Board in permitting these features to be removed for preservation before the building or structure is demolished; and
G. 
If, within the applicable time period(s), the Board is unable to make a recommendation, the applicant does not agree to an extension of time, or the applicant does not agree with the recommendations of the Board, the applicant may request a hearing before Borough Council. If the applicant does not agree with the decision of Borough Council, within 30 days the applicant may appeal the decision to the Court of Common Pleas of Bucks County.
In the event that the Board determines that a building, structure, or landmark is being demolished by neglect, the Board shall comply with the following procedures:
A. 
Notify the owner of record of this preliminary finding, stating its reasons, and giving the owner of record 30 days from the date of notice in which to commence work rectifying the specifics provided by the Board;
B. 
Provide the notice by certified mailing to the last known address of the owner of record and to the address listed in the tax records;
C. 
If certified notice cannot be secured, post the notice on the front door or similar secure place once a week for three weeks;
D. 
If the owner of record fails to commence work or to perform the work in the manner specified by the Board, the Board shall notify the owner of record in the manner provided above to appear at the next public meeting of the Board;
E. 
Hold a public hearing at which time the Board shall present the reasons for the notice and the owner of record or his representative may present rebuttal; and
F. 
If the Board determines, after the presentations, that the building, structure, or landmark is being demolished by neglect and that no efforts are being made to preserve and restore the building, structure, or landmark, the Board shall submit a written finding to Borough Council and may make recommendations concerning prosecution of the owner of record, the extent and cost of repairs it deems immediately necessary to preserve the building, structure, or landmark, if made an issue, the economic situation of the owner and any hardship the proposed action may cause, and the filing of a lien against the property.
[Amended 1-8-2025 by Ord. No. 2025-01]
In determining the advice to be presented to Borough Council concerning the issuing of a certificate of appropriateness with regard to the erection, reconstruction, alteration, restoration, demolition or razing of all or any part of a building, structure or landmark, the Board shall consider the following:
A. 
The effect of the proposed change upon the general historic, economic, cultural, environmental, and architectural nature of the Borough;
B. 
The appropriateness of exterior architectural features, especially those which may be seen from a public street or way;
C. 
The general exterior design, appearance, arrangement, texture, and material of the buildings or structures and relation of such factors to similar features of buildings and structures in the area. Consideration shall be given but not limited to the following:
(1) 
Proportions of the building's front facade. The relationship between the width of the front of the building to the height of the front of the building;
(2) 
Proportions of openings within the building. The relationship of width to height of windows and doors;
(3) 
Rhythm of solids to voids in front facades. An ordered repeated/recurrent alteration of strong and weak architectural elements;
(4) 
Rhythm of spacing of buildings on streets. A rhythm of recurrent building masses to spaces between buildings;
(5) 
Rhythm of entrance and/or porch projections. A rhythm of entrance or porches or other projections at an intimate scale and in relation to sidewalks and front yards;
(6) 
Relationship of materials. The predominant textures of buildings and between buildings;
(7) 
Relationship of color. The mass and details, such as trim, the naturalness of the color or a patina colored by time;
(8) 
Relationship of architectural details. Architectural details and their relationship to the structure in question and adjacent ones, including, but not limited to, balustrades, cornices, iron work, lintels, arches, quoins, steps, stairs, and chimneys, etc.;
(9) 
Relationship of roof shapes. The compatibility of roof shapes, such as gable, mansard, hip, flat, gambrel, or other kinds;
(10) 
Walls of continuity. The physical ingredients such as brick walls, wrought iron fences, evergreen landscape masses, building facades, or combinations of these to provide continuous cohesive walls of enclosure;
(11) 
Relationship of landscaping. The predominance of a quality or quantity of landscaping;
(12) 
Paving materials. The use of brick pavers, granite blocks, cobblestones or other similar masonry materials;
(13) 
Scale. The size of units of construction and architectural detail in relationship to the size of man and adjacent buildings or structures. Any new building or structure shall not exceed the height of the tallest adjacent building or structure by more than 10%. The Board may recommend the grant of a variance from this height limitation where it determines that an unnecessary hardship is caused;
(14) 
Directional expression of front elevation. The structure shape, planning of openings, and architectural detail to provide a predominantly vertical, horizontal, or nondirectional character to the building's facade; and
(15) 
Variations. Variations that will be in harmony with the character of the other buildings or structures on the street or in the Historical District;
D. 
The significance of the building, structure, or landmark because of its association with historical and cultural events or personages of national, state, religious, county, or local importance;
E. 
The significance of the building, structure, or landmark due to its creation, design, or use of materials by an architect or artisan of national or state reputation;
F. 
The classification of the building, structure, or landmark as an outstanding example of works of a notable architect or builder, as a unique or exceptional example of a particular style or period when many of the original features remain, as a part of an intact group or row of buildings even though some of the buildings may have been defaced, or as an example of construction techniques when the original fabric or features are basically intact;
G. 
The viability of adhering to the original design of the building;
H. 
When considering applications for demolition, the difficulty or impossibility of reproducing such a building or structure because of its design, materials, texture, detail, size, or quality;
I. 
When considering recommendations to restore, repair, or maintain deteriorating properties and if made an issue, the economic costs of the renovations and work recommended and the financial abilities of the property owner;
J. 
When considering applications for signs, the following additional criteria shall be considered:
(1) 
No sign or permanent advertising display of any kind shall be erected, altered, or used in the Historical District except for advertising informing the public of service, business, occupation, or profession carried on in or about the property on which such a sign or advertising display appears;
(2) 
No sign or permanent advertising display of any kind may be erected, altered, or used in the Historical District until the Board reviews the application and Borough Council issues a certificate of appropriateness;
(3) 
No animated, revolving, internally lit, or moving sign shall be permitted;
(4) 
Illumination of any sign shall be indirect, shielded, or otherwise arranged to prevent direct glare;
(5) 
No free-standing sign shall be more than 15 feet in height;
(6) 
Projecting signs extending more than two feet over any public walk or right-of-way shall be at least eight feet above the walk grade and at least 14 feet above any vehicular right-of-way;
(7) 
The style, scale, materials, and location of advertising signs shall be in harmony and keeping with the historic nature of the building or area; and
(8) 
All other applicable sign and zoning ordinances shall be complied with.
K. 
The Board shall not consider interior structural arrangements or use, but shall consider the relationship of the exterior of the building or structure concerned with all others in the area or Historical District so as to avoid incongruity and promote harmony therewith;
L. 
The Board shall not consider any matters not pertinent to the preservation of the historic aspect and character of the district or the historic building, structure, or landmark;
M. 
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to mean that materials cannot be constituted for original materials used in the building or structure under consideration provided the historical architectural character or appearance is preserved; and
N. 
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prevent ordinary maintenance or repairs which do not involve a change in design, material, or the outward appearance of the building or structure.
If the Board, on the basis of the information received at any meetings and from its general background knowledge, recommends against the granting of a certificate of appropriateness, the Board shall indicate to the applicant for the permit the changes in plans or specifications, if any, which, in the opinion of the Board, would bring the permit into compliance; and, in this event, the Board shall withhold its report to Borough Council for a period of 15 days following its notice to the applicant in order to allow the applicant to come to an agreement with the Board. If an agreement is not reached, the Board shall take appropriate action. If the applicant determines a willingness to make the suggested changes, the applicant shall so advise the Board which shall accordingly note such suggested changes in its report to Borough Council.
A. 
The Board, after a hearing provided for by this chapter, and after noting any changes in the specifications and plans as provided in § 230-11, shall submit to Borough Council, in writing, its recommendations regarding the advisability of issuing a certificate of appropriateness with regard to the proposed erection, reconstruction, alteration, restoration, razing, or demolition of all or any part of a building, structure, or landmark.
B. 
The written report shall set out the following matters:
(1) 
The exact location in the District in which the work is to be done;
(2) 
The proposed changes and/or the character of the structure to be erected;
(3) 
A list of the surrounding structures in the District, together with a description of their general exterior characteristics;
(4) 
Their opinion of the effect of the proposed change upon the preservation of the general historic and architectural nature of the area in which the building is located;
(5) 
The appropriateness of architectural features;
(6) 
The design, appearance, arrangement, texture, and material of the structure or building and the relation of the factors to similar features of buildings or structures in the area;
(7) 
The opinion of the Board (including any dissent) as to the appropriateness of the work proposed with regard to the preservation of the historic aspect and nature of the District;
(8) 
If raised as an issue, the opinion of the Board as to the economic cost of any proposed changes, restoration, renovation, repair, removal, or relocation of any structure or its components and the financial situation of the property owner; and
(9) 
The specific advice of the Board as to the issuance of a certificate of appropriateness by Borough Council.
A. 
Upon receipt of the written recommendation of the Board, Borough Council shall consider at a public meeting the question of issuing a certificate of appropriateness with regard to the work covered by the application.
B. 
The applicant shall be advised by the Borough Secretary of the time and place of the meeting at which the application will be considered and the applicant shall have the right to appear at the meeting, either in person or by delegate, to support the application.
C. 
In determining whether or not to issue a certificate of appropriateness, Borough Council shall consider the factors set forth in this chapter and the report of the Board.
D. 
If Borough Council approves the application, it shall issue a certificate of appropriateness authorizing the office or person responsible for issuing permits to issue the permit.
E. 
If Borough Council disapproves the application, it shall do so in writing, and shall forward a copy of its decision to the applicant and to the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. The disapproval shall indicate suggested changes in the plans and specifications which would meet Borough Council's conditions for issuance of a certificate of appropriateness.
F. 
Borough Council shall advise the office or person responsible for issuing permits of its approval or disapproval.
G. 
If Borough Council has approved the application and issued its certificate of appropriateness, the office or person responsible for issuing permits shall issue an appropriate permit for the erection, reconstruction, alteration, restoration, demolition, or razing involved, provided the application meets the requirements of Chapter 450, Zoning, the Building Code,[1] and all other applicable ordinances, codes, regulations of the Borough, county or state.
[1]
Editor's Note: See Chapter 152, Construction Codes, Uniform, of this Code.
H. 
If Borough Council has disapproved the application, the office or person responsible for issuing permits shall refuse to issue the permit, and shall so advise the applicant. The applicant may appeal from such disapproval as provided by law.
The Board shall have the following enforcement powers:
A. 
To request that the Borough of Langhorne Police Department assist and aid them in making any necessary inspection in connection with the provisions of and enforcement of this chapter;
B. 
To send notices to all persons who may be in violation of the provisions of this chapter; and
C. 
To request enforcement of the provisions of this chapter by the Zoning Officer, Code Enforcement Officer, or other person similarly designated by Borough Council to enforce its ordinances;
Borough Council or any person or agency charged by law or local ordinance with the issuance of building or zoning permits shall have the power to institute any proceedings at law or in equity for the enforcement of this chapter in the same manner as in the enforcement of Chapter 450, Zoning, and/or the Building Code of the Borough of Langhorne,[1] as such ordinances are presently enacted, or as they may be from time to time amended.
[1]
Editor's Note: See Chapter 152, Construction Codes, Uniform, of this Code.
A. 
In addition to the penalties set forth in Chapter 450, Zoning, and the Borough Building Code,[1] any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall be liable to pay a fine not to exceed $1,000 per day for each day that the violation continues and/or undergo imprisonment for a period not to exceed 30 days.
[1]
Editor's Note: See Chapter 152, Construction Codes, Uniform, of this Code.
B. 
In the event a building or structure of historic significance is demolished prior to issuance of a demolition permit, the Zoning Officer or similarly designated person shall take immediate action for prosecution of such a violation and seek the maximum penalty permitted by law against the person, firm or corporation responsible for the demolition.
C. 
Borough Council shall have the right to enforce any violation of this chapter by civil action for injunctive relief or other appropriate remedy brought in the name of the Borough of Langhorne, including the stoppage of any work attempted without or contrary to a certificate of appropriateness issued under this chapter.
The provisions of this chapter are severable. If any particular section, subsection, paragraph, clause, sentence, part, or provision of this chapter shall be held illegal, unconstitutional, or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision of the court shall not affect or impair any of the remaining sections, subsections, paragraphs, clauses, sentences, parts, or provisions of this chapter. It is the intent of Borough Council that this chapter would have been adopted if such illegal, invalid, or unconstitutional section, subsection, paragraph, clause, sentence, or part of a provision had not been included.
This chapter shall become effective in accordance with the provisions of the Borough Code of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: See 8 Pa.C.S.A. § 3301.3.