Chapter 04: Buildings

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.

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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.

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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

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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.