# Williamsburg Borough Zoning Ordinance

- Summary: Overview This document is the Williamsburg Borough Zoning Ordinance for the Borough of Williamsburg, Blair County, Pennsylvania. It was enacted on January 6, 1975, to regulate land use, building…
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Overview This document is the Williamsburg Borough Zoning Ordinance for the Borough of Williamsburg, Blair County, Pennsylvania. It was enacted on January 6, 1975, to regulate land use, building structures, and population density within the borough. The ordinance is designed to promote public health, safety, and general welfare while preventing overcrowding and blight. Key Administrative Bodies The ordinance establishes specific roles for the administration of zoning laws: Zoning Officer: An appointed position responsible for administering the ordinance. Zoning Hearing Board: A board created to handle specific zoning matters, with powers defined by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code. District Regulations The document outlines specific regulations for various land use districts, including: Residential Districts: R-S (Suburban) and R-U (Urban). Commercial/Community Districts: T-C (Town Center). Industrial Districts: I-P (Industrial Park). Conservation Districts: C. Each district has defined purposes, basic use regulations, and spatial regulations (such as lot size or building setbacks). General Regulations The ordinance sets standards for various aspects of property and development, including: Building Standards: Rules regarding floor area, habitable space, height, and lighting. Property Features: Regulations for accessory buildings, drainage, yards, walls, fences, and off-street parking/loading spaces. Specific Uses: Rules for mobilehome parks, vehicle service stations, and signs. Nonconforming Uses: Provisions for existing uses that do not meet current zoning standards. Enforcement and Amendments Violations: The ordinance outlines procedures for handling violations, fees, and appeals. Amendments: The Borough Council has the authority to amend the ordinance following state planning code requirements. Validity: The document includes a "severability" clause, meaning if one part is found unconstitutional, the rest of the ordinance remains in effect. Repealer: Any previous ordinances inconsistent with this document are repealed. Signatories The ordinance was enacted and approved on January 6, 1975, by: Marion A. Morelli: President, Borough Council Doris Ann Wheland: Borough Secretary W. Jean Kifer: Mayor