Chapter 21: Streets And Sidewalks
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Chapter 21: Streets and Sidewalks — Summary of Regulations
This document outlines municipal regulations for streets, sidewalks, driveways, and related activities in Hollidaysburg, PA. It is organized into three parts covering excavations, sidewalk/driveway construction, and general rules.
Part 1: Street Excavations
A. Definitions
- §101 defines key terms used throughout this chapter.
B. Street Openings and Pavement Cuts
- Permits are required for street openings (§111).
- Work must commence within specified timeframes; permits expire if not used (§115).
- Municipal utility cuts have special provisions (§116).
- State/county highways and borough rights are addressed (§117–§118).
- Permits can be revoked under certain conditions (§119).
C. Applications, Permits and Deposits
- Applicants and permittees have defined duties and responsibilities (§131–§132).
D. Street Opening Regulations
- Local authorities may adopt regulations (§141–§142).
- Restrictions apply to opening and excavation work (§143).
- Backfilling and restoring openings is mandatory (§144).
- Special rules for sidewalk area openings (§145).
E. Deposits; Bond Requirements; Liability
- Deposit computation, form, and insufficiency rules (§151–§153).
- Yearly deposits and cost schedules required (§154–§155).
- Refunds and maintenance bond requirements outlined (§157–§158).
F. Openings in New Streets
- Notices of improvements required (§171).
- Restrictions and penalties for opening new streets (§172–§173).
G. General Provisions
- Map requirements and abandoned facilities (§181–§182).
- Notices to property owners, tenants, police, and fire authorities (§183–§184).
- Penalties for violations (§185).
Part 2: Sidewalks and Driveways
A. Sidewalk and Driveway Construction
- Standards for material, width, grade, line (§201).
- Owner responsibility to maintain sidewalks (§202).
- Authority can remedy defects and collect costs (§203).
- Public service device placement rules (§204).
- Contractors must obey laws and ordinances (§205).
- Driveway construction permits, fees, penalties (§206–§210).
B. Obstructions and Encroachments on Sidewalks
- Merchandise display and container placement allowed under conditions (§221).
- Sidewalks must be kept clean of mud, filth, dirt, snow (§222).
- Penalties for violations (§223).
Part 3: General Regulations
A. Street/Sidewalk Widths
- (Details not fully visible in provided pages.)
B. Dangerous or Damaging Conditions
- Injuring streets/sidewalks unlawful (§321).
- Barbed-wire fences along streets prohibited (§322).
- Fires prohibited on improved streets/alleyways/sidewalks (§323).
- Interference with stakes/markers prohibited (§324).
C. Obstructions on Streets and Sidewalks
- Conditions for depositing building materials (§331).
- Limited obstruction allowed; free water passage must remain clear (§332–§333).
- Warning lights required for obstructions (§334).
- Deposits may be required; custody and return rules (§335–§336).
- Removal of obstructions and repair of damage required (§337).
- Deductions from deposits for damages (§338).
- Permit fees and penalties apply (§339–§340).
D. Motor Vehicle Maintenance or Repair
- Definitions provided (§351).
- Restrictions on repairs/maintenance in street right-of-way (§352).
- Penalties for violations: up to $600 fine and/or 30 days imprisonment per offense (§353).
Key Penalty Clause (§353)
- Violating any provision of Part 2 (Sidewalks and Driveways) results in:
- Fine up to $600
- Up to 30 days imprisonment
- Each day of continued violation counts as a separate offense
(Ordinance history: Originally Ord. 247; revised by Ord. 626 on 4/13/1987 and Ord. 640 on 4/10/1990, §32)
Residents should note that compliance with permit applications, deposit requirements, and cleanup obligations is mandatory. Failure to comply may result in significant fines or jail time. Always check with local authorities for current forms, fees, and approved contractors.