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Timestamp: 2020-02-20 14:54:19
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Matched Legal Cases: ['§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 1344', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260', '§ 260']

City of Warren, PA Administration
Ch 260 Art III Administration
§ 260-8 Designation of Floodplain Administrator.
§ 260-9 Permit required.
§ 260-10 Duties and responsibilities of Floodplain Administrator.
§ 260-11 Application procedures and requirements.
§ 260-12 Review by County Conservation District.
§ 260-13 Review of application by other agencies and individuals.
§ 260-14 Changes to application, permit or plans.
§ 260-15 Placards.
§ 260-16 Fees, costs and forms.
§ 260-17 Start of construction; time limits.
§ 260-18 Enforcement; violations and penalties.
§ 260-19 Appeals.
City of Warren, PA / The Code / Part II: General Legislation / Floodplain Management
The Department of Public Works Director, within the City of Warren, is hereby appointed to administer and enforce this chapter and is referred to herein as the "Floodplain Administrator." The Floodplain Administrator may (1) fulfill the duties and responsibilities set forth in these regulations; (2) delegate duties and responsibilities set forth in these regulations to qualified technical personnel, plan examiners, inspectors, and other employees; or (3) enter into a written agreement or written contract with another agency or private sector entity to administer specific provisions of these regulations. Administration of any part of these regulations by another entity shall not relieve the municipality of its responsibilities pursuant to the participation requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program as set forth in the Code of Federal Regulations at 44 CFR 59.22.
In the absence of a designated Floodplain Administrator, the Floodplain Administrator duties are to be fulfilled by the City Manager.
A permit shall be required before any construction or development is undertaken within any area of the City of Warren. This chapter establishes an independent requirement for a separate permit for floodplain management. The construction, remodeling, renovation or alteration of any building or improvement within any flood-prone area of the City of Warren shall be conducted in accordance with the requirements of this chapter.
Prior to the issuance of any permit, the Floodplain Administrator shall review the application for the permit to determine if all other necessary government permits required by state and federal laws have been obtained, such as those required by the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act (Act 1966-537, as amended);[1] the Pennsylvania Dam Safety and Encroachments Act (Act 1978-325, as amended);[2] the Pennsylvania Clean Streams Act (Act 1937-394, as amended);[3] and the United States Clean Water Act, Section 404, 33 U.S.C. § 1344. No permit shall be issued until this determination has been made.
In the case of existing structures, prior to the issuance of any development permit, the Floodplain Administrator shall review the history of repairs to the subject building, so that any repetitive loss issues can be addressed before the permit is issued.
In the event the Floodplain Administrator discovers that the work does not comply with the permit application or any applicable laws and ordinances, or that there has been a false statement or misrepresentation by any applicant, the Floodplain Administrator shall revoke the permit and report such fact to the City Council for whatever action it considers necessary.
The Floodplain Administrator shall maintain in perpetuity all records associated with the requirements of this chapter, including, but not limited to, finished construction elevation data, permitting, inspection and enforcement.
The Floodplain Administrator shall consider the requirements of the 34 Pa. Code and the 2009 IBC and the 2009 IRC or the latest edition thereof adopted by the State of Pennsylvania.
Application for such a permit shall be made, in writing, to the Floodplain Administrator on forms supplied by the City of Warren. Such application shall contain the following:
The name and address of the owner of the land on which the proposed construction is to occur.
The name and address of the contractor.
The site location, including address.
A listing of other permits required.
A brief description of proposed work and estimated cost, including a breakout of flood-related cost and the market value of the building before the flood damage occurred where appropriate.
A grading plan.
All such proposals are consistent with the need to minimize flood damage and conform with the requirements of this and all other applicable codes and ordinances.
All utilities and facilities, such as storm sewer, sanitary sewer, gas, electrical, communication (phone, Internet, television, etc.) and water systems are located and constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damage.
The location of any existing bodies of water or watercourses, identified floodplain areas, and, if available, information pertaining to the floodway and the flow of water, including direction and velocities.
Supplemental information as may be necessary under 34 Pa. Code, the 2009 IBC or the 2009 IRC or latest edition thereof adopted by the State of Pennsylvania.
If available, information concerning flood depths, pressures, velocities, impact and uplift forces and other factors associated with the base flood.
Documentation, certified by a registered professional engineer or architect, to show that the cumulative effect of any proposed development within the Floodway Area (see § 260-21A), when combined with all other existing and anticipated development, will not increase the base flood elevation at any point.
Documentation, certified by a registered professional engineer or architect, to show that the cumulative effect of any proposed development within an AE Area/District without floodway (see § 260-21B), when combined with all other existing and anticipated development, will not increase the base flood elevation more than one foot at any point within the municipality.
Documentation, certified by a registered professional engineer or architect, to show that the cumulative effect of any proposed development within any identified floodplain area (see § 260-20), when combined with all other existing and anticipated development, will not cause any increase in the base flood elevation. AE Areas adjacent to floodways are exempt.
Detailed information needed to determine compliance with § 260-27F, Storage, and § 260-28, Development that may endanger human life, including:
The amount, location and purpose of any materials or substances referred to in §§ 260-27F and 260-28 which are intended to be used, produced, stored or otherwise maintained on site.
A description of the safeguards incorporated into the design of the proposed structure to prevent leaks or spills of the dangerous materials or substances listed in § 260-28 during a base flood.
Where any excavation or grading is proposed, a plan meeting the requirements of the Department of Environmental Protection, to implement and maintain erosion and sedimentation control.
In addition to the permit, the Floodplain Administrator shall issue a placard, or similar document, which shall be displayed on the premises during the time construction is in progress. This placard shall show the number of the permit and the date of its issuance and be signed by the Floodplain Administrator.
City Council shall have authority, by resolution, to establish and amend fees for applications, appeals, and other matters pertaining to this chapter. All fees due shall be paid in full upon the filing of an application, appeal or other matter. City Council shall also have authority to adopt, revise, supplement and amend forms for use in the administration of this chapter.
Work on the proposed construction or development shall begin within 180 days after the date of issuance of the development permit. Work shall be completed within 12 months after the date of issuance of the permit or the permit shall expire unless a time extension is granted, in writing, by the Floodplain Administrator. The issuance of permit does not refer to the zoning approval.
The actual start of construction means either the first placement of permanent construction of a structure on a site, such as the pouring of slab or footings, the installation of piles, the construction of columns, or any work beyond the stage of excavation, or the placement of a manufactured home on a foundation. Permanent construction does not include land preparation, such as clearing, grading, and filling; nor does it include the installation of streets and/or walkways; nor does it include excavation for a basement, footings, piers, or foundations or the erection of temporary forms; nor does it include the installation on the property of accessory buildings, such as garages or sheds not occupied as dwelling units or not part of the main structure. For a substantial improvement, the "actual start of construction" means the first alteration of any wall, ceiling, floor, or other structural part of a building, whether or not that alteration affects the external dimensions of the building.
Notices. Whenever the Floodplain Administrator or other authorized municipal representative determines that there are reasonable grounds to believe that there has been a violation of any provisions of this chapter or of any regulations adopted pursuant thereto, the Floodplain Administrator shall give notice of such alleged violation as hereinafter provided. Such notice shall:
Penalties. Any person who fails to comply with any or all of the requirements or provisions of this chapter or who fails or refuses to comply with any notice, order or direction of the Floodplain Administrator or any other authorized employee of the municipality shall be guilty of a summary offense and upon conviction shall pay a fine to City of Warren not more than $1,000 for each day of violation, plus costs of prosecution, including all attorney's fees and all other expert professional fees incurred by the City of Warren. In default of such payment, such person shall be imprisoned in county prison for a period not to exceed 10 days. Each day during which any violation of this chapter continues shall constitute a separate offense. In addition to the above penalties, all other actions are hereby reserved, including an action in equity for the proper enforcement of this chapter. The imposition of a fine or penalty for any violation of, or noncompliance with, this chapter shall not excuse the violation or noncompliance or permit it to continue. All such persons shall be required to correct or remedy such violations and noncompliance within a reasonable time. Any development initiated or any structure or building constructed, reconstructed, enlarged, altered, or relocated in noncompliance with this chapter may be declared by the City Council to be a public nuisance and abatable as such.
Any person aggrieved by any action or decision of the Floodplain Administrator concerning the administration of the provisions of this chapter may appeal to the Zoning Hearing Board. Such appeal must be filed, in writing, within 30 days after the decision, determination or action of the Floodplain Administrator.
Upon receipt of such appeal, the Zoning Hearing Board shall consider the appeal in accordance with the Municipal Planning Code and any other local ordinance.
Any person aggrieved by any decision of the Zoning Hearing Board may seek relief there from by appeal to court, as provided by the laws of this state, including the Pennsylvania Flood Plain Management Act.[1]