# Chapter 04: Buildings

- Summary: Chapter 4: Buildings — Summary of Ordinance Provisions This document outlines regulations under Chapter 4: Buildings for the Borough of Hollidaysburg, PA. It is divided into two parts: one governing…
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Chapter 4: Buildings — Summary of Ordinance Provisions This document outlines regulations under Chapter 4: Buildings for the Borough of Hollidaysburg, PA. It is divided into two parts: one governing building numbering systems and another regulating overhead wires. Part 1: System for Numbering Buildings §101. Buildings in Borough of Hollidaysburg All lots and pieces of ground within the Borough must be assigned numbers according to specific rules. Frontage-based numbering: Lots with frontage ≤ 50 feet → number per 25 feet (or less). Lots with frontage > 50 feet → number per 30 feet (or less). Directional numbering: Streets running east-west: Start at intersection with Juniata Street (west end). Southwest corner blocks begin at 101; northwest corners start at 102. Odd numbers on north side, even on south side — alternating along block length. Streets intersected by Front Street: Southwest corner blocks start at 201; northwest corners at 202. Same alternating pattern applies. Streets running north-south (or formerly east-west but subdivided): Begin at southern terminus where they meet Juniata Street. Allow one number per 30 feet (or less) of frontage. Odd numbers on westerly sides, even on easterly sides. Ordinance reference: Ord. 62, 6/7/1905, §2 §102. Buildings in Borough of Gaysport Former Borough of Gaysport follows same frontage-based numbering as Hollidaysburg: ≤ 50 ft frontage → number per 25 ft. 50 ft frontage → number per 30 ft. Part 2: Overhead Wires §201. General Provisions Covers general rules for overhead wire installations (details not fully visible in provided pages). §202. New Installations; Underground Required Requires new installations to be underground (specific conditions not detailed here). §203. Performance Bond Applicants must post a performance bond to cover restoration costs if streets, alleys, sidewalks, or public places are disturbed. If bond proceeds are insufficient, the Borough may take legal action against the applicant to recover remaining restoration costs. Ordinance reference: Ord. 772, 11/2/2000, §3 §204. Time Limit Permits expire within six months of issuance. No work authorized after expiration. Ordinance reference: Ord. 772, 11/2/1000, §4 (Note: Likely a typo — should be 2000, not 1000) §205. Supervision Borough Engineer or designated person must supervise all construction/installation work under this Part. Must conduct necessary inspections to ensure compliance with Borough ordinances. Ordinance reference: Ord. 772, 11/2/2000, §5 Key Takeaways for Residents Building numbers follow strict geographic and dimensional rules — important for addressing, emergency services, and property identification. New utility installations must go underground; existing overhead lines may be subject to future regulation. A performance bond is required for any work affecting public rights-of-way — protects taxpayers from cleanup costs. Work permits are short-lived (6 months) — plan projects accordingly. All work must be supervised and inspected by Borough officials to ensure safety and compliance. All provisions cited originate from Ordinances 62 (1905) and 772 (2000), indicating long-standing regulatory framework updated in 2000.