# CHAPTER 4 – CODE ENFORCEMENT

- Summary: Chapter 4: Code Enforcement Summary This chapter outlines the regulations for code enforcement in Ebensburg Borough, Pennsylvania. It is divided into four main parts: Part 1: Uniform Construction…
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Chapter 4: Code Enforcement Summary This chapter outlines the regulations for code enforcement in Ebensburg Borough, Pennsylvania. It is divided into four main parts: Part 1: Uniform Construction Code Adoption: The Borough adopts the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act (Act 45 of 1999) and the Uniform Construction Code. Administration: The Borough Council determines how to administer and enforce the code, which can be done by: Designating a Borough employee as the Municipal Code Official. Hiring third-party agencies or officials. Forming intermunicipal agreements with other municipalities. Contracting with another municipality for enforcement. Entering an agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry for certain structures. Board of Appeals: A Board of Appeals is established by the Borough Council to handle appeals. Repealer: Existing building code ordinances that meet or exceed the new code's requirements remain in effect. Those with lesser requirements are amended to conform. Part 2: International Property Maintenance Code Adoption: The Borough adopts the International Property Maintenance Code, 2003 , published by the International Code Council. Purpose: This code regulates property maintenance to ensure buildings are safe, sanitary, and fit for occupancy. It covers standards for utilities, facilities, and the condemnation or demolition of unsafe structures. Amendments: The code is amended to include "Ebensburg" and specifies penalties for violations. Penalties: Violations can result in a civil judgment of up to $500 plus court costs and attorney fees. Each day a violation continues is considered a separate offense. Jurisdiction: District Justices have initial jurisdiction over these proceedings. Part 3: Numbering of Buildings System: The Borough adopts the house numbering system prepared by the Cambria County Department of Emergency Services. Responsibility: It is the duty of every property owner, trustee, lessee, agent, or occupant to ensure their building is numbered according to the ordinance. Requirements: Numbers must be: Placed in a conspicuous location, visible from the sidewalk and opposite side of the street. Arabic numerals at least three inches in height. In a color that contrasts with the background (if made of enamel). Numbering System: Center Street is the east-west dividing line; High Street is the north-south dividing line. Numbering starts at 100 and extends consecutively from these dividing lines. Even numbers are on the south and east sides of streets; odd numbers are on the north and west sides. Assignment: The Cambria County Department of Emergency Services is solely responsible for assigning all house and building numbers. Penalties: Violations, such as altering or failing to display a required number, are punishable by a fine of up to $600. Each day a violation exists is considered a separate offense. Part 4: Local Law Citations Applicability: This part applies to a list of specific local ordinances, including: High grass or weeds prohibited (Ordinance #326) Dogs defecating on public property (Ordinance #380) Outdoor burning restricted (Ordinance #494) Animals prohibited in parks (Ordinance #507) Storage of nuisance vehicles/materials (Ordinance #511) Sidewalk maintenance and obstructions (Ordinances #513, #559) Authorization: The Ebensburg Borough Police Department is authorized to issue Local Law Citations for these violations. Penalties: The fine for a Local Law Citation is $35, payable to the Borough. If not paid within seven days, the defendant is subject to the penalties outlined in the original ordinance. Appeals: A person cited has seven days to request a hearing by asking the Police Department to file a civil complaint under the underlying ordinance. Non-Repealer: The ordinances listed above and their penalty provisions remain in full force and are not repealed by this chapter.