The Parties have an Agreement effective until December 31, 2017, for the Township to provide Police services to the Borough.

The Parties agree to extend that Agreement until December 31, 2018, where the Borough will pay the Township $812.50 per month due by the 15th of each mont h.

ALL other provisions of the Agreement between the Township and the Borough remain in effect

BE IT ENACTED AND ORDAINED by the Council of the Darlington Borough, Beaver County, Pennsylvania, and it is hereby enacted by the authority of same:

SECTION 1. The Darlington Borough by its Council, upon and after adoption of this Ordinance, is hereby authorized to enter into and execute a Contract and Financial Agreement with the Borough of Darlington for the Township of Darlington to provide police protection and services to the Borough of Darlington by, through and with the personnel and equipment of the Darlington Township Police Department.

1. The term or duration of such Contract and Financial Agreement shall be indefinite,

i.e. of perpetual duration, subject however, to written amendment by the parties, mutual termination by subsequent written agreement of the parties, and subject to unilateral termination by either party by written notice to the other, which unilateral termination shall be effective no later than the end o the calendar month following the month in which the governing body of the terminating municipality shall so vote at a duly convened public meeting.

1. The purpose of the Contract and Financial Agreement shall be to provide police protection and services within the municipal boundaries of the Borough of Darlington, and in conjunction therewith before any Magistrate or Court of competent jurisdiction or other legal proceeding, by and through the personnel and equipment of the Darlington Township Police Department, which Police Department shall be the organizational structure necessary to implement the Contract and Financial

(1) The said personnel of said Darlington Township Police Department upon and after execution of said Contract and Financial Agreement shall have full authority and arrest powers as a police officer of and for the Borough of Darlington .

(2} Said Contract and Financial Agreement shall provide that said personnel of the Darlington Township shall not be “statutory employees” of Darlington Borough for the purpose and requirements of issuing wages, wage statements, withholding of employee taxes or similar charges and expenses relative to employee wages or compensation and/or the providing of workmen compensation and/or unemployment compensation, or similar obligation of employer, as such obligation of “statutory employer” shall remain with Darlington Township.

(3) Said Contract and Financial Agreement shall provide that all matters relative to civil service or similar right and obligation of personnel of the Darlington Township Police Department shall be governed by Darlington Township pursuant to Borough Code and related laws and regulations.

C.       Said Contract and Financial Agreement shall provide for Darlington Borough to pay unto Darlington Township compensation for the cost of such police protection and services, a determined percentage or other appropriate method of determination, of the operating budget cost of said Police Department which Darlington Township shall appropriately maintain during the duration of the agreement, including but not limited to: compensation of personnel and all attributable and related costs as to said compensation; insurances; pension plan; and equipment budget, to be paid in equal monthly installments; and to provide for amendment thereof from time to time in such manner as the governing bodies of the municipalities shall determine and agree as appropriate from time to time.

SECTION 2. The provisions of this Ordinance are severable and if any section, clause, sentence, part or provision shall be illegal, invalid or unconstitutional, the decision of the Court shall not affect or impair any of the remaining sections or clauses.

DULY enacted and ordained this 5^th day of December, 2016.

Resolution No. 2016-1

Darlington Borough Beaver County, Pennsylvania

WHEREAS, the Darlington Borough, Beaver County, Pennsylvania, is most vulnerable to natural and human­ made hazards, which may result in loss of life and property, economic hardship, and threats to public health and safety, and

WHEREAS, Section 322 of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (OMA 2000) requires state and local governments to develop and submit for approval to the President a mitigation plan that outlines processes for identifying their respective natural hazards, risks, and vulnerabilities, and

WHEREAS, the Darlington Borough acknowledges the requirement of Section 322 of DMA 2000 to have an approved Hazard Mitigation Plan as a prerequisite to receiving post-disaster Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds, and

WHEREAS, the Beaver County Hazard Mitigation Plan has been developed by Beaver County Emergency Services in cooperation with other County departments, and officials and citizens of Darlington Borough, and

WHEREAS, a public involvement process consistent with the requirements of DMA 2000 was conducted to develop the Beaver County Hazard Mitigation Plan, and

WHEREAS, the Beaver County Hazard Mitigation Plan recommends mitigation activities that will reduce losses to life and property affected by both natural and human-made hazards that face the County and its municipal governments,

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the governing body for the Darlington Borough:

• The 2016 Beaver County Hazard Mitigation Plan is hereby adopted as the official Hazard Mitigation Plan of the Darlington Borough, and
• The respective officials and agencies identified in the implementation strategy of the 2016 Beaver County Hazard Mitigation Plan are hereby directed to implement the recommended activities assigned to

ADOPTED, this           3rd                     day of- – – – October          2016

PARTIES:

This Agreement/contract is made between the TOWNSI-IlP OF DARLINGTON (hereafter called “Township”) and DARLINGTON BOROUGH (hereafter called “Borough”).

BACKGROUND & PURPOSE:

The Township and the Borough are adjacent municipalities situated in Beaver County, Pennsylvania.

The Township maintains a part-time police department which is consists of part-time officers.

The Borough desires to have the Township’s Police Department perform law enforcement functions within the Borough. The Township is willing to provide such police services to Borough.

The parties desire and intend by this instrument to set forth in detail the matters they have agreed upon.

TERMS:

The Borough and the Township, intending to be legally bound, agree as follows:

A.) Police Services. (1) While this Agreement is in effect, the Township shall provide police services to Borough in the manner and to the extent outlined below.

Except as otherwise specifically provided, (i) such services shall only encompass duties and functions of a type coming within the jurisdiction of and customarily rendered by the Township’s Police Department, and (ii) the level of service shall be that same basic level of service that is provided for the incorporated area of the Township by its Police Department.

• More specifically, the Township will perform the following functions for the Borough:

PATROL SERVICES:

A.)         Enforcement of the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code.

B.)       Enforcement of the Pennsylvania Crimes Code.

C.)        Enforcement of other penal laws of the Commonwealth, including (but not limited to) the Controlled Substances Act.

D.)      Enforcement of the penal ordinances of the Borough which are the same or similar in nature to those now and hereafter enforced within the limits of the Township.

E.)       Maintain daily security checks of government and business establishments located within the limits of the Borough.

F.)       Report hazardous conditions existing within the Borough to the proper authority (i.e., traffic lights out, holes in the highways, street lights out, etc.).

G.)       Provide while the Township has an officer on duty, a response capability to requests for police services, and preventive patrols of the Borough’s streets and roads.

H.)        Provide a minimum of two patrols throughout the Borough per shift.

I.) Fines, costs, and fees generated through the Magisterial District out of Borough filings will be divided 1/3 each to Borough, Township, and to the State of Pennsylvania as provided by law.

INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES:

A.)       Investigate to a satisfactory conclusion all reported criminal offenses which are of a type or similar in nature to those now and hereafter investigated within the limits of the Township.

B.)       Investigate accidents occurring in the Borough’s roadways which are of a type or similar in nature to those now and hereafter investigated within the limits of the Township.

C.)       Respond to citizen complaints and requests of a type and similar in nature to those now and hereafter responded to and investigated within the limits of the Township.

D.)       Prosecute, in the courts having jurisdiction, those persons believed to be responsible for criminal law, traffic law, and ordinance violations occurring within the Borough.

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES:

A.)      Establish and maintain a complete and up-to-date uniform police records system concerning all services rendered to the Borough.

B.)      Provide to the Borough Council a monthly and yearly police activity report setting forth a summary of services rendered hereunder.

C.)      Submit to the State and Federal governments all required and necessary reports, that are of a type or similar in nature to those that are now or hereafter submitted by the Township Police Department.

D.)      Upon seven (7) days notice from the Mayor of Darlington Borough, a police officer shall attend the next regularly scheduled monthly meeting of Darlington Borough Council to review and receive any concerns of the Council or citizens of Darlington relative to the services rendered hereunder.

E.)      Make recommendations to Borough Council, if and when necessary, for the improvement of traffic and other regulations.

DELEGATION OF POWER:

While this agreement is in effect, the Borough hereby delegates its police powers to the Township, to the extent necessary or proper for law enforcement activities in the Borough by Township’s Police Department, as intended by the parties:

A.) The Borough shall have no responsibility for the direct payment of any salaries, wages or other compensation to any Township personnel performing services hereunder for the Borough, or any liability other than that provided for in this Agreement.

B.) Except as herein otherwise specified, the Borough shall not be liable for compensation or indemnity to any Township officer for injury or sickness arising out of his or her employment.

C.) It is understood that officers of the Township Police Department are employed by the Township and under the exclusive supervision and control of the Township. As such employer, the Township shall:

• be responsible for any acts and omissions of such policemen while on duty in the Borough, to the same extent that the Township may be responsible for such acts or omissions committed within the Township; and
• the Township shall maintain appropriate insurance against liability for such acts and omissions, to the extent deemed appropriate by the Township; and shall cause the Borough to be named as an “additional insured” in Township’s police liability insurance

TERM OF THE CONTRACT: 

This Agreement shall be in effect commencing on September 1, 2016, until December 31, 2017. The Borough and the Township must mutually agree in writing to terms of any extension of this Service Agreement.

CONSIDERATION:

In consideration of such services, the Borough will pay to the Township by the 15th of each month seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00) for the entire length of the Agreement.

ADDITIONAL COSTS:

A.) The Borough shall reimburse the Township for the actual cost, not to exceed $650.00 per year, of having the Borough named as an “additional insured” in Township’s police liability insurance policy. The Township shall provide the Borough with a quote from the Township’s insurance carrier regarding the cost of such change to the Township’s police liability insurance policy. Upon adding the Borough as an “additional insured” to the police liability insurance policy, the Township shall provide a complete copy of the policy to the Borough.

B.) All customary expenses incurred by the Township in the prosecution of any crime or offense occurring in the Borough shall be paid by the Township. However, the Borough will reimburse the Township for any extraordinary charges incurred in connection with the prosecution of serious crimes and offenses (such as but not limited to murder, rape, and arson) committed in the Borough (such as those relating to polygraphs, special scientific testing, etc.). To the extent that all Township officers billable time exceeds sixteen hours per month collectively at the Magisterial District Court and/or the Beaver County Court of Common Pleas, such officers billable time will be billed to the Borough at $25.00 per hour above sixteen hours of court time for the month. Such costs and officers billable time shall be documented by the Township and billed to the Borough on a monthly basis.

C.) While this Agreement is in effect, upon the request of either party, representatives of both parties shall meet to discuss and resolve any issues which may arise related to police matters.

AUTHORITY: 

This Agreement is made pursuant to Sections 2301-2315 of the General Local Government Code, 53 Pa.C.S. §§ 2301-2315, commonly known as the Intergovernmental Cooperation Law. Each party shall promptly enact an appropriate ordinance to implement this Agreement. Upon the adoption of the aforesaid ordinances, this Agreement shall be in force and binding upon each party according to the terms stated herein.

GENERAL PROVISIONS:

A.)        Severability.

If one or more of the provisions in this Agreement are deemed void by

law, then the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

B.)        Successors and Assigns.

This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties, their successors, assigns, and elected officials.

C.)          Construction.

The language used in this Agreement will be deemed the language chosen by the parties to express their   mutual   intent, and no rules   of   strict construction will be applied against either party.

D.)          Entire Agreement.

This Agreement sets forth the entire agreement and understanding between the parties relating to the subject matter herein and supersedes any and all prior discussions, Agreements, or contracts, whether written or oral. No modification of, or amendment to, this Agreement, nor any waiver of any rights under this Agreement, will be effective unless in writing signed by the party to be charged.

E.)          Choice of Law.

This Agreement shall be governed, construed and interpreted by, through and under the Laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Monday, May 2, 2016 A regular meeting of the Council of Darlington Borough was held on Monday, May 2, 2016. Members present were:

• M. Benois Walton
• D. Shasteen
• Greg Gruber
• Timothy Weigel
• Lori Kreshm
• Mayor William Shasteen

The Council discussed that ongoing issues with respect to the blight issues with respect to parcel 19-001-1704.000 located at 819 Plum Street, currently owned by Russell W. Newman. The council discussed the matter and reviewed the letter dated April 29, 2016, provided by Borough Solicitor, Stephanie Thomas Kramer.

Upon motion duly made, seconded and unanimously passed:

RESOLVED, that Darlington Borough Council hereby directs Dawn Pella, Code Enforcement Officer, to proceed with the procedures under the International Property Code of 2012, Section 110 pertaining to blight, notice and demolition. The Code Enforcement Officer is further directed to delay all proceedings until receipt of a Court Order indicating confirmation of the distribution of the Winters trailer from the Beaver County Repository to Darlington Borough.

The Legislature of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has, by the passage of the Pennsylvania Flood Plain Management Act of 1978, delegated the responsibility to local governmental units to adopt floodplain management regulations to promote public health, safety, and the general welfare of its citizenry. Therefore, the Council of Darlington Borough does hereby order as
follows. ARTICLE II. GENERAL PROVISIONS Section 2.01 Intent The intent of this Ordinance is to:

• A. Promote the general health, welfare, and safety of the community.
• B. Encourage the utilization of appropriate construction practices in order to prevent or minimize flood damage in the future.
• C. Minimize danger to public health by protecting water supply and natural drainage.
• D. Reduce financial burdens imposed on the community, its governmental units, and its residents, by preventing excessive development in areas subject to flooding.
• E. Comply with federal and state floodplain management requirements.

Section 2.02 Applicability

• A. It shall be unlawful for any person, partnership, business or corporation to undertake, or cause to be undertaken, any construction or development anywhere within the Borough of Darlington unless a Permit has been obtained from the Floodplain Administrator.
• B. A Permit shall not be required for minor repairs to existing buildings or structures.

Section 2.03     Abrogation and Greater Restrictions

This ordinance supersedes any other conflicting provisions which may be in effect in identified floodplain areas. However, any other ordinance provisions shall remain in full force and effect to the extent that those provisions are more restrictive. If there is any conflict between any of the provisions of this Ordinance, the more restrictive shall apply.

Section 2.04     Severability

If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance shall be declared invalid for any reason whatsoever, such a decision shall not affect the remaining portions of the Ordinance, which shall remain in full force and effect, and for this purpose the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable.

Section 2.05     Warning and Disclaimer of Liability

The degree of flood protection sought by the provisions of this Ordinance is considered reasonable for regulatory purposes and is based on accepted engineering methods of study. Larger floods may occur or flood heights may be increased by man-made or natural causes, such as ice jams and bridge openings restricted by debris. This Ordinance does not imply that areas outside any identified floodplain areas, or that land uses permitted within such areas will be free from flooding or flood damages.

This Ordinance shall not create liability on the part of the Borough of Darlington or any officer or employee thereof for any flood damages that result from reliance on this Ordinance or any administrative decision lawfully made thereunder.

ARTICLE III. ADMINJSTRATJON

Section 3.01      Designation of the Floodplain Administrator

The Code Enforcement Officer is hereby appointed to administer and enforce this ordinance and is referred to herein as the Floodplain Administrator The Floodplain Administrator may: (A) Fulfill the duties and responsibilities set forth in these regulations, (B) Delegate duties and responsibilities set forth in these regulations to qualified technical personnel, plan examiners, inspectors, and other employees, or (C) 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 community 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 C.F.R. Section 59.22.

In the absence of a designated Floodplain Administrator, the Floodplain Administrator duties are to be fulfilled by the Emergency Management Coordinator.

Section 3.02      Permits Required

A Permit shall be required before any construction or development is undertaken within any area of the Borough of Darlington.

Section 3.03     Duties and Responsibilities of the Floodplain Administrator

1. The Floodplain Administrator shall issue a Permit only after it has been determined that the proposed work to be undertaken will be in conformance with the requirements of this and all other applicable codes and
2. 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); the Pennsylvania Dam Safety and Encroachments Act (Act 1978-325, as amended); the Pennsylvania Clean Streams Act (Act 1937-394, as amended); and the U.S. Clean Water Act, Section 404, 33, U.S. 1344. No permit shall be issued until this determination has been made.
3. During the construction period, the Floodplain Administrator or other authorized official shall inspect the premises to determine that the work is progressing in compliance with the information provided on the permit application and with all applicable municipal laws and ordinances. He/she shall make as many inspections during and upon completion of the work as are
4. In the discharge of his/her duties, the Floodplain Administrator shall have the authority to enter any building, structure, premises or development in the identified floodplain area, upon presentation of proper credentials, at any reasonable hour to enforce the provisions of this
5. 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 Council for whatever action it considers necessary.
6. The Floodplain Administrator shall maintain in perpetuity all records associated with the requirements of this ordinance including, but not limited to, finished construction elevation data, permitting, inspection and
7. The Floodplain Administrator is the official responsible for submitting a biennial report to FEMA concerning community participation in the National Flood Insurance
8. The responsibility, authority and means to implement the commitments of the Floodplain Administrator can be delegated from the person identified. However, the ultimate responsibility lies with the person identified in the floodplain ordinance as the floodplain administrator/manager.
9. 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.

Section 3.04     Application Procedures and Requirements

2. Application for such a Permit shall be made, in writing, to the Floodplain Administrator on forms supplied by the Borough of Darli Such application shall contain the following:
   1. Name and address of
3. Name and address of owner of land on which proposed construction is to
4. Name and address of
5. Site location including
6. Listing of other permits
7. 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
8. A plan of the site showing the exact size and location of the proposed construction as well as any existing buildings or
9. If any proposed construction or development is located entirely or partially within any identified floodplain area, applicants for Permits shall provide all the necessary information in sufficient detail and clarity to enable the Floodplain Administrator to determine that:
   1. 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;
10. all utilities and facilities, such as sewer, gas, electrical and water systems are located and constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damage;
11. adequate drainage is provided so as to reduce exposure to flood hazards;
12. structures will be anchored to prevent floatation, collapse, or lateral movement;
13. building materials are flood-resistant
14. appropriate practices that minimize flood damage have been used; and
15. electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, air conditioning equipment, and other service facilities have been designed and located to prevent water entry or accumulation.
16. Applicants shall file the following mm1mum information plus any other pertinent information as may be required by the Floodplain Administrator to make the above

determination:

3. A completed Permit Application
4. A plan of the entire site, clearly and legibly drawn at a scale of one (I) inch being equal to one hundred (100) feet or less, showing the following:
   1. north arrow, scale, and date;
5. topographic contour lines, if available;
6. the location of all existing and proposed buildings, structures, and other improvements, including the location of any existing or proposed subdivision and development;
7. the location of all existing streets, drives, and other access ways; and
8. 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
9. Plans of all proposed buildings, structures and other improvements, drawn at suitable scale showing the following:
10. the proposed lowest floor elevation of any proposed building based upon North American Vertical Datum of 1988;
11. the elevation of the base flood;
12. 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
13. The following data and documentation:
14. detailed information concerning any proposed floodproofing measures and corresponding
15. if available, information concerning flood depths, pressures, velocities, impact and uplift forces and other factors associated with a base
16. 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 Section 4.01) when combined with all other existing and anticipated development, will not cause any increase in the base flood elevation .
17. a document, certified by a registered professional engineer or architect,

which states that the proposed construction or development has been adequately designed to withstand the pressures, velocities, impact and uplift forces associated with the base flood.

Such statement shall include a description of the type and extent of flood proofing measures which have been incorporated into the design of the structure and/or the development.

5. detailed information needed to determine compliance with Section 5.03 F., Storage, and Section 5.04, Development Which May Endanger Human Life, including:
   5. the amount, location and purpose of any materials or substances referred to in Sections 5.03 F. and 5.04 which are intended to be used, produced, stored or otherwise maintained on

1. 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 Section 5.04 during a base flood.
2. the appropriate component of the Department of Environmental Protection’s “Planning Module for Land “
3. 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

1. Applications for Permits shall be accompanied by a fee, payable to the municipality based upon the estimated cost of the proposed construction as determined by the Floodplain

Section 3.05      Review by County Conservation District

A copy of all applications and plans for any proposed construction or development in any identified floodplain area to be considered for approval shall be submitted by the Floodplain Administrator to the County Conservation District for review and comment prior to the issuance of a Permit. The recommendations of the Conservation District shall be considered by the Floodplain Administrator for possible incorporation into the proposed plan.

Section 3.06      Review of Application by Others

A copy of all plans and applications for any proposed construction or development in any identified floodplain area to be considered for approval may be submitted by the Floodplain Administrator to any other appropriate agencies and/or individuals (e.g. planning commission, municipal engineer, etc.) for review and comment.

Section 3.07 Changes

After the issuance of a Permit by the Floodplain Administrator, no changes of any kind shall be made to the application, permit or any of the plans, specifications or other documents submitted with the application without the written consent or approval of the Floodplain Administrator. Requests for any such change shall be in writing, and shall be submitted by the applicant to Floodplain Administrator for consideration.

Section 3.08 Placards

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, the date of its issuance, and be signed by the Floodplain Administrator.

Section 3.09 Start of Construction

Work on the proposed construction or development shall begin within 180 days after the date of issuance of the development permit. Work shall also be completed within twelve (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 development 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.

Time extensions shall be granted only if a written request is submitted by the applicant, who sets forth sufficient and reasonable cause for the Floodplain Administrator to approve such a request and the original permit is compliant with the ordinance & FIRM/FIS in effect at the time the extension is granted.

Section 3. IO      Enforcement

1. 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 Ordinance, or of any regulations adopted pursuant thereto, the Floodplain Administrator shall give notice of such alleged violation as hereinafter provided. Such notice shall:

l . be in writing;

2. include a statement of the reasons for its issuance;

3. allow a reasonable time not to exceed a period of thirty (30) days for the performance of any act it requires;
4. be served upon the property owner or his agent as the case may require; provided, however, that such notice or order shall be deemed to have been properly served upon such owner or agent when a copy thereof has been served with such notice by any other method authorized or required by the laws of this State;

5. contain an outline of remedial actions which, if taken, will effect compliance with the provisions of this Ordinance.

1. Penalties

Any person who fails to comply with any or all of the requirements or provisions of this Ordinance or who fails or refuses to comply with any notice, order of 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 Borough of Darlington, of not less than Twenty-five Dollars ($25.00) nor more than Six Hundred Dollars ($600.00) plus costs of prosecution. In addition to the above penalties all other actions are hereby reserved including an action in equity for the proper enforcement of this Ordinance. The imposition of a fine or penalty for any violation of, or noncompliance with this Ordinance 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 Ordinance may be declared by the Council to be a public nuisance and abatable as such.

Section 3.11      Appeals

1. Any person aggrieved by any action or decision of the Floodplain Administrator concerning the administration of the provisions of this Ordinance, may appeal to the Court of Common Pleas. Such appeal must be filed, in writing, within thirty (30) days after the decision, determination or action of the Floodplain
2. Upon receipt of such appeal the Court of Common Pleas shall consider the appeal in accordance with the Municipal Planning Code and any other local ordinance.
3. Any person aggrieved by any decision of the Court of Common Pleas may seek relief therefrom by appeal to court, as provided by the laws of this State including the Pennsylvania Flood Plain Management

ARTICLE IV. IDENTIFICATION OF FLOODPLAIN AREAS

Section 4.0I      Identification

The identified floodplain area shall be:

1. A. any areas of Borough of Darlington, classified as Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs) in the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) and the accompanying Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) dated August 17, 2015 and issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) or the most recent revision thereof, including all digital data developed as part of the Flood Insurance.

The above referenced FIS and FIRMs, and any subsequent revisions and amendments are hereby adopted by Borough of Darlington and declared to be a part of this ordinance.

Section 4.02      Description and Special Requirements of Identified Floodplain Areas The identified floodplain area shall consist of the following specific areas:

1. The A Area/District shall be those areas identified as an A Zone on the FIRM included in the FIS prepared by FEMA and for which no base flood elevations have been provided. For these areas, elevation and floodway information from other Federal, State, or other acceptable sources shall be used when available. Where other acceptable information is not available, the base flood elevation shall be determined by using the elevation of a point on the boundary of the identified floodplain area which is nearest the construction site.

In lieu of the above, the municipality may require the applicant to determine the elevation with hydrologic and hydraulic engineering techniques. Hydrologic and hydraulic analyses shall be undertaken only by professional engineers or others of demonstrated qualifications, who shall certify that the technical methods used correctly reflect currently accepted technical concepts. Studies, analyses, computations, etc., shall be submitted in sufficient detail to allow a thorough technical review by the municipality.

Section 4.03      Changes in Identification of Area

The Identified Floodplain Area may be revised or modified by the Council where studies or information provided by a qualified agency or person documents the need for such revision. However, prior to any such change to the Special Flood Hazard Area, approval must be obtained from FEMA. Additionally, as soon as practicable, but not later than six (6) months after the date such information becomes available, a community shall notify FEMA of the changes to the Special Flood Hazard Area by submitting technical or scientific data. See 5.01 (B) for situations where FEMA notification is required.

Section 4.04 Boundary Disputes

Should a dispute concerning any identified floodplain boundary arise, an initial determination

shall be made by the Floodplain Administrator and any party aggrieved by this decision or determination may appeal to the Council. The burden of proof shall be on the appellant.

Section 4.05     Jurisdictional Boundary Changes

Prior to development occurring in areas where annexation or other corporate boundary changes are proposed or have occurred, the community shall review flood hazard data affecting the lands subject to boundary changes. The community shall adopt and enforce floodplain regulations in areas subject to annexation or corporate boundary changes which meet or exceed those in CFR 44 60.3.

ARTICLE V. TECHNICAL PROVISIONS

Section 5.01     General

1. Alteration or Relocation of Watercourse

1. No encroachment, alteration, or improvement of any kind shall be made to any watercourse until all adjacent municipalities which may be affected by such action have been notified by the municipality, and until all required permits or approvals have first been obtained from the Department of Environmental Protection Regional

2. No encroachment, alteration, or improvement of any kind shall be made to any watercourse unless it can be shown that the activity will not reduce or impede the flood carrying capacity of the watercourse in any
3. In addition, FEMA and the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, shall be notified prior to any alteration or relocation of any

1. When Borough of Darlington proposes to permit the following encroachments:

• any development that causes a rise in the base flood elevations within the floodway; or

• any development occurring in Zones A1-30 and Zone AE without a designated floodway, which will cause a rise of more than one foot in the base flood elevation; or

• alteration or relocation of a stream (including but not limited to installing culverts and bridges)

the applicant shall (as per 44 CFR Part 65.12):

1. apply to FEMA for conditional approval of such action prior to permitting the encroachments to

2. Upon receipt of the Administrator’s conditional approval of map change and prior to approving the proposed encroachments, a community shall provide evidence to

FEMA of the adoption of floodplain management ordinances incorporating the increased base flood elevations and / or revised floodway reflecting the post­ project condition.

3. Upon completion of the proposed encroachments, a community shall provide as­ built certifications. FEMA will initiate a final map revision upon receipt of such certifications in accordance with 44 CFR Part

1. Any new construction, development, uses or activities allowed within any identified floodplain area shall be undertaken in strict compliance with the provisions contained in this Ordinance and any other applicable codes, ordinances and
2. Within any Identified Floodplain Area, no new construction or development shall be located within the area measured fifty (50) feet landward from the top-of-bank of any watercourse.

Section 5.02      Elevation and Floodproofing Requirements

Within any Identified Floodplain Area any new construction or substantial improvements shall be prohibited. If a variance is obtained for new construction or substantial improvements in the Identified Floodplain Area in accordance with the criteria in Article VIII, then the following provisions apply:

1. Residential Structures

1. In A Zones, where there are no Base Flood Elevations specified on the FIRM, any new construction or substantial improvement shall have the lowest floor (including basement) elevated up to, or above, the Regulatory Flood Elevation determined in accordance with Section 4.02.A of this

2. The design and construction standards and specifications contained in the 2009 International Building Code (IBC) and in the 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) or the latest edition thereof adopted by the State of Pennsylvania, and ASCE 24 and 34 PA Code (Chapters 401-405 as amended) shall be utilized, where they are more restrictive.

1. Non-residential Structures

1. In A Zones, any new construction or substantial improvement of a non-residential structure shall have the lowest floor (including basement) elevated up to, or above, the Regulatory Flood Elevation, or be designed and constructed so that the space enclosed below the Regulatory Flood Elevation:

1. is floodproofed so that the structure is watertight with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water and,

1. has structural components with the capability of resisting hydrostatic and

hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy:

2. Any non-residential structure, or part thereof, made watertight below the Regulatory Flood Elevation shall be floodproofed in accordance with the W1 or W2 space classification standards contained in the publication entitled “Flood­ Proofing Regulations” published by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (June 1972, as amended March 1992) or with some other equivalent standard. All plans and specifications for such floodproofing shall be accompanied by a statement certified by a registered professional engineer or architect which states that the proposed design and methods of construction are in conformance with the above referenced

3. The design and construction standards and specifications contained in the 2009 International Building Code (IBC) and in the 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) or the latest edition thereof adopted by the State of Pennsylvania, and ASCE 24 and 34 PA Code (Chapters 401-405 as amended) shall be utilized, where they are more

1. Space below the lowest floor

1. Basements are

2. Fully enclosed space below the lowest floor (excluding basements) which will be used solely for the parking of a vehicle, building access, or incidental storage in an area other than a basement, shall be designed and constructed to allow for the automatic entry and exit of flood waters for the purpose of equalizing hydrostatic forces on exterior walls. The term “fully enclosed space” also includes crawl spaces.
3. Designs for meeting this requirement must either be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect, QI meet or exceed the following minimum criteria:

1. a minimum of two openings having a net total area of not less than one
   • square inch for every square foot of enclosed

1. the bottom of all openings shall be no higher than one (1) foot above grade.

1. openings may be equipped with screens, louvers, or other coverings or devices provided that they permit the automatic entry and exit of floodwaters.

1. Historic Structures

Historic structures undergoing repair or rehabilitation that would constitute a substantial improvement as defined in this ordinance, must comply with all ordinance requirements that do not preclude the structure’s continued designation as a historic structure.

Documentation that a specific ordinance requirement will cause removal of the structure from the National Register of Historic Places or the State Inventory of Historic places must be obtained from the Secretary of the Interior or the State Historic Preservation Officer. Any exemption from ordinance requirements will be the minimum necessary to preserve the historic character and design of the structure.

1. Accessory structures

Structures accessory to a principal building need not be elevated or floodproofed to remai-n dry, but shall comply, at a minimum, with the following requirements:

1. the structure shall not be designed or used for human habitation, but shall be limited to the parking of vehicles, or to the storage of tools, material, and equipment related to the principal use or

2. floor area shall not exceed 200 square

3. The structure will have a low damage

4. the structure will be located on the site so as to cause the least obstruction to the flow of flood

5. power lines, wiring, and outlets will be elevated to the Regulatory Flood Elevation.

6. permanently affixed utility equipment and appliances such as furnaces, heaters, washers, dryers, etc. are

7. sanitary facilities are
8. the structure shall be adequately anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, and lateral movement and shall be designed to automatically provide for the entry and exit of floodwater for the purpose of equalizing hydrostatic forces on the walls. Designs for meeting this requirement must either be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect, or meet or exceed the following minimum criteria:

1. a minimum of two openings having a net total area of not less than one (I) square inch for every square foot of enclosed

1. the bottom of all openings shall be no higher than one (I) foot above grade.

1. openings may be equipped with screens, louvers, etc. or other coverings or devices provided that they permit the automatic entry and exit of flood waters.

Section 5.03      Design and Construction Standards

The following minimum standards shall apply for all construction and development proposed within any identified floodplain area:

1. Fill

Within any Identified Floodplain Area the use of fill shall be prohibited. If a variance is obtained in accordance with the criteria in Article VIII, then the following provisions apply:

1. If fill is used, it shall:

1. extend laterally at least fifteen (15) feet beyond the building line from all points;

1. consist of soil or small rock materials only – Sanitary Landfills shall not be permitted;

1. be compacted to provide the necessary permeability and resistance to erosion, scouring, or settling;

1. be no steeper than one (I) vertical to two (2) horizontal feet unless substantiated data justifying steeper slopes are submitted to, and approved by the Floodplain Administrator; and

1. be used to the extent to which it does not adversely affect adjacent

1. Drainage Facilities

Storm drainage facilities shall be designed to convey the flow of storm water runoff in a safe and efficient manner. The system shall ensure proper drainage along streets, and provide positive drainage away from buildings. The system shall also be designed to prevent the discharge of excess runoff onto adjacent properties.

1. Water and Sanitary Sewer Facilities and Systems

1. All new or replacement water supply and sanitary sewer facilities and systems shall be located, designed and constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damages and the infiltration of flood

2. Sanitary sewer facilities and systems shall be designed to prevent the discharge of untreated sewage into flood

3. No part of any on-site waste disposal system shall be located within any identified floodplain area except in strict compliance with all State and local regulations for such systems. If any such system is permitted, it shall be located so as to avoid impairment to it, or contamination from it, during a

4. The design and construction provisions of the UCC and FEMA #348, “Protecting Building Utilities From Flood Damages” and “The International Private Sewage Disposal Code” shall be utilized.

1. Other Utilities

All other utilities such as gas lines, electrical and telephone systems shall be located, elevated (where possible) and constructed to minimize the chance of impairment during a flood.

1. Streets

The finished elevation of all new streets shall be no more than one (1) foot below the Regulatory Flood Elevation.

1. Storage

All materials that are buoyant, flammable, explosive, or in times of flooding, could be injurious to human, animal, or plant life, and not listed in Section 5.04, Development Which May Endanger Human Life, shall be stored at or above the Regulatory Flood Elevation or floodproofed to the maximum extent possible.

1. Placement of Buildings and Structures

All buildings and structures shall be designed, located, and constructed so as to offer the minimum obstruction to the flow of water and shall be designed to have a minimum effect upon the flow and height of flood water.

1. Anchoring

1. All buildings and structures shall be firmly anchored in accordance with accepted engineering practices to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral

2. All air ducts, large pipes, storage tanks, and other similar objects or components located below the Regulatory Flood Elevation shall be securely anchored or affixed to prevent

1. Floors, Walls and Ceilings

1. Wood flooring used at or below the Regulatory Flood Elevation shall be installed to accommodate a lateral expansion of the flooring, perpendicular to the flooring grain without causing structural damage to the

2. Plywood used at or below the Regulatory Flood Elevation shall be of a “marine” or “water-resistant”

3. Walls and ceilings at or below the Regulatory Flood Elevation shall be designed and constructed of materials that are “water-resistant” and will withstand inundation.

4. Windows, doors, and other components at or below the Regulatory Flood Elevation shall be made of metal or other “water-resistant”

1. Paints and Adhesives

1. Paints and other finishes used at or below the Regulatory Flood Elevation shall be of “marine” or “water-resistant”

2. Adhesives used at or below the Regulatory Flood Elevation shall be of a “marine” or “water-resistant”

3. All wooden components (doors, trim, cabinets, etc.) used at or below the Regulatory Flood Elevation shall be finished with a “marine” or “water-resistant” paint or other finishing

1. Electrical Components

1. Electrical distribution panels shall be at least three (3) feet above the base flood elevation.

2. Separate electrical circuits shall serve lower levels and shall be dropped from above.

1. Equipment

Water heaters, furnaces, air conditioning and ventilating units, and other electrical, mechanical or utility equipment or apparatus shall not be located below the Regulatory Flood Elevation.

1. Fuel Supply Systems

All gas and oil supply systems shall be designed to prevent the infiltration of flood waters into the system and discharges from the system into flood waters. Additional provisions shall be made for the drainage of these systems in the event that flood water infiltration occurs.

1. Uniform Construction Code Coordination

The Standards and Specifications contained in 34 PA Code (Chapters 401-405), as amended and not limited to the following provisions shall apply to the above and other sections and sub-sections of this ordinance, to the extent that they are more restrictive and supplement the requirements of this ordinance.

International Building Code (IBC) 2009 or the latest edition thereof adopted by the State of Pennsylvania:

Secs. 801, 1202, 1403, 1603, 1605, 1612, 3402, and Appendix G.

International Residential Building Code (IRC) 2009 or the latest edition thereof adopted by the State of Pennsylvania:

Secs. Rl04, RIOS, R109, R322, Appendix E, and Appendix J. Section 5.04     Development Which May Endanger Human Life

Within any Identified Floodplain Area, any structure of the kind described in Subsection

A., below, shall be prohibited. If a variance is obtained in accordance with the criteria in Article VIII, then the following provisions apply: (5.04 B, C, & D).

1. In accordance with the Pennsylvania Flood Plain Management Act, and the regulations adopted by the Department of Community and Economic Development as required by the Act, any new or substantially improved structure which:

1. will be used for the production or storage of any of the following dangerous materials or substances; or,

2. will be used for any activity requiring the maintenance of a supply of more than

550 gallons, or other comparable volume, of any of the following dangerous materials or substances on the premises; or,

3. will involve the production, storage, or use of any amount of radioactive substances;

shall be subject to the provisions of this section, in addition to all other applicable provisions. The following list of materials and substances are considered dangerous to human life:

• Acetone
• Ammonia
• Benzene
• Calcium carbide
• Carbon disulfide
• Celluloid
• Chlorine
• Hydrochloric acid
• Hydrocyanic acid
• Magnesium
• Nitric acid and oxides of nitrogen
• Petroleum products (gasoline, fuel oil, )
• Phosphorus
• Potassium
• Sodium
• Sulphur and sulphur products
• Pesticides (including insecticides, fungicides, and rodenticides)
• Radioactive substances, insofar as such substances are not otherwise

1. Within any Identified Floodplain Area, any new or substantially improved structure of the kind described in Subsection A., above, shall be prohibited within the area measured fifty (50) feet landward from the top-of-bank of any
2. Within any Floodway Area, any structure of the kind described in Subsection A., above, shall be prohibited. Where permitted within any Identified Floodplain Area, any new or substantially improved residential structure of the kind described in Section 5.04 (A), above, shall be elevated to remain completely dry up to at least one and one half (I ½) feet above base flood elevation and built in accordance with Sections 5.01, 02 and 5.03.
3. Where permitted within any Identified Floodplain Area, any new or substantially improved non-residential structure of the kind described in Section 5.04 (A) above, shall be built in accordance with Sections 5.01, 5.02 and 5.03 including:
   1. elevated, or designed and constructed to remain completely dry up to at least one and one half (I ½) feet above base flood elevation, and
   2. designed to prevent pollution from the structure or activity during the course of a base flood.

Any such structure, or part thereof, that will be built below the Regulatory Flood Elevation shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the standards for completely dry floodproofing contained in the publication “Flood-Proofing Regulations (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, June 1972 as amended March 1992), or with some other equivalent watertight standard.

Section 5.05     Special Requirements for Subdivisions and Development

All subdivision proposals and development proposals containing at least 50 lots or at least 5 acres, whichever is the lesser, in Identified Floodplain Areas where base flood elevation data are not available, shall be supported by hydrologic and hydraulic engineering analyses that determine base flood elevations and floodway information. The analyses shall be prepared by a licensed professional engineer in a format required by FEMA for a Conditional Letter of Map Revision and Letter of Map Revision. Submittal requirements and processing fees shall be the responsibility of the applicant.

Section 5.06     Special Requirements for Manufactured Homes

1. Within any Identified Floodplain Area manufactured homes shall be prohibited. If a variance is obtained in accordance with the criteria in Article VIII, then the following provisions apply:

1. Within any Floodway Area/District, manufactured homes shall be prohibited. If a variance is obtained in accordance with the criteria in Article VIII, then the following provisions apply:
2. Within any Identified Floodplain Area manufactured homes shall be prohibited within the area measured fifty (50) feet landward from the top-of-bank of any watercourse.

1. Where permitted within any Identified Floodplain Area, all manufactured homes, and any improvements thereto, shall be:

1. placed on a permanent foundation;

2. elevated so that the lowest floor of the manufactured home is at least one and one half (1 ½) feet above base flood elevation;

3. and anchored to resist flotation, collapse, or lateral

4. and have all ductwork and utilities including HVAC/heat pump elevated to the Regulatory Flood

1. Installation of manufactured homes shall be done in accordance with the manufacturers’ installation instructions as provided by the manufacturer. Where the applicant cannot provide the above information, the requirements of Appendix E of the 2009 “International Residential Building Code” or the “U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Permanent Foundations for Manufactured Housing,” 1984 Edition, draft or latest revision thereto and 34 PA Code Chapter 401-405 shall

1. Consideration shall be given to the installation requirements of the 2009 IBC, and the 2009 IRC or the latest edition thereto adopted by the State of Pennsylvania, and 34 PA Code, as amended where appropriate and/or applicable to units where the manufacturers’ standards for anchoring cannot be provided or were not established for the proposed unit(s)

Section 5.07      Special Requirements for Recreational Vehicles

Within any Identified Floodplain Area recreational vehicles shall be prohibited. If a variance is obtained in accordance with the criteria in Article VIII, then the following provisions apply:

1. Recreational vehicles in Zones A, A1-30, AH and AE must either:

1. be on the site for fewer than 180 consecutive days, and

2. be fully licensed and ready for highway use, or
3. meet the permit requirements for manufactured homes in Section 06.

ARTICLE VI.     PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

Section 6.01     General

In accordance with the administrative regulations promulgated by the Department of Community

and Economic Development to implement the Pennsylvania Flood Plain Management Act, the following activities shall be prohibited within any Identified Floodplain:

1. The commencement of any of the following activities; or the construction, enlargement, or expansion of any structure used, or intended to be used, for any of the following activities:
   1. Hospitals
   2. Nursing homes
   3. Jails or prisons
2. The commencement of, or any construction of, a new manufactured home park or manufactured home subdivision, or substantial improvement to an existing manufactured home park or manufactured home

ARTICLE VII      EXISTING STRUCTURES IN IDENTIFIED FLOODPLAIN AREAS

Section 7.0I Existing Structures

The provisions of this Ordinance do not require any changes or improvements to be made to lawfully existing structures. However, when an improvement is made to any existing structure, the provisions of Section 7.02 shall apply.

Section 7.02      Improvements

The following provisions shall apply whenever any improvement is made to an existing structure located within any Identified Floodplain Area:

4. No expansion or enlargement of an ex1stmg structure shall be allowed within any Identified Floodplain Area that would cause any increase in In A Area/District(s), BFEs are determined using the methodology in Section 4.02.A

1. Any modification, alteration, reconstruction, or improvement of any kind to an existing structure to an extent or amount of fifty (50) percent or more of its market value, shall constitute a substantial improvement and shall be undertaken only in full compliance with the provisions of this
2. The above activity shall also address the requirements of the 34 PA Code, as amended and the 2009 IBC and the 2009 IRC or most recent revision thereof adopted by the State of
3. Any modification, alteration, reconstruction, or improvement of any kind to an existing structure, to an extent or amount of less than fifty (50) percent of its market value, shall be elevated and/or floodproofed to the greatest extent

ARTICLE VIII      VARIANCES

Section 8.01 General

If compliance with any of the requirements of this Ordinance would result in an exceptional hardship to a prospective builder, developer or landowner, the Borough of Darlington may, upon request, grant relief from the strict application of the requirements.

Section 8.02 Variance Procedures and Conditions

Requests for variances shall be considered by the Borough of Darlington in accordance with the procedures contained in Section 3.11 and the following:

4. No variance shall be granted within any Identified Floodplain Area that would cause any increase in BFE. In A Area/District, BFEs are determined using the methodology in Section 4.A.

5. Except for a possible modification of the Regulatory Flood Elevation requirement involved, no variance shall be granted for any of the other requirements pertaining specifically to development regulated by Development Which May Endanger Human Life (Section 04).

1. No variance shall be granted for: Prohibited Activities (Article VI)

1. If granted, a variance shall involve only the least modification necessary to provide

1. In granting any variance, the Borough of Darlington shall attach whatever reasonable conditions and safeguards it considers necessary in order to protect the public health, safety, and welfare, and to achieve the objectives of this Ordinance.

1. Whenever a variance is granted, the Borough of Darlington shall notify the applicant in writing that:

1. The granting of the variance may result in increased premium rates for flood insurance.

2. Such variances may increase the risks to life and property.

1. In reviewing any request for a variance, the Borough of Darlington shall consider, at a minimum, the following:

1. That there is good and sufficient

2. That failure to grant the variance would result in exceptional hardship to the applicant.

3. That the granting of the variance will

1. neither result in an unacceptable or prohibited increase in flood heights,

additional threats to public safety, or extraordinary public expense,

• nor create nuisances, cause fraud on, or victimize the public, or conflict with any other applicable state or local ordinances and

1. A complete record of all variance requests and related actions shall be maintained by the Borough of Darlington. In addition, a report of all variances granted during the year shall be included in the annual report to the

Notwithstanding any of the above, however, all structures shall be designed and constructed so as to have the capability of resisting the one-percent (1%) annual chance flood.

ARTICLE IX. DEFINITIONS

Section 9.01         General

Unless specifically defined below, words and phrases used in this Ordinance shall be interpreted so as to give this Ordinance its’ most reasonable application.

Section 9.02         Specific Definitions

1. Accessory use or structure – a use or structure on the same lot with, and of a nature customarily incidental and subordinate to, the principal use or structure.

2. Base flood – a flood which has a one percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year (also called the “100-year flood” or one-percent (1%) annual chance flood).

3. Base flood discharge – the volume of water resulting from a Base Flood as it passes a given location within a given time, usually expressed in cubic feet per second (cfs).

4. Base flood elevation (BFE) – the elevation shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Zones AE, AH, A1-30 that indicates the water surface elevation resulting from a flood that has a I-percent or greater chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given

5. Basement – any area of the building having its floor below ground level on all
6. Building – a combination of materials to form a permanent structure having walls and a roof. Included shall be all manufactured homes and trailers to be used for human habitation.

7. Development – any man-made change to improved or unimproved real estate, including but not limited to the construction, reconstruction, renovation, repair, expansion, or alteration of buildings or other structures; the placement of manufactured homes; streets, and other paving; utilities; filling, grading and excavation; mining; dredging; drilling operations; storage of equipment or materials; and the subdivision of

8. Existing manufactured home park or subdivision – a manufactured home park or subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the

manufactured homes are to be affixed (including, at a minimum, the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads) is completed before the effective date of the floodplain management regulations adopted by a community.

9. Expansion to an existing manufactured home park or subdivision – the preparation of additional sites by the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads).
10. Flood – a temporary inundation of normally dry land
11. Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) – the official map on which the Federal Emergency Management Agency has delineated both the areas of special flood hazards and the risk premium zones applicable to the
12. Flood Insurance Study (FIS) – the official report provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency that includes flood profiles, the Flood Insurance Rate Map, the Flood Boundary and Floodway Map, and the water surface elevation of the base
13. Floodplain area – a relatively flat or low land area which is subject to partial or complete inundation from an adjoining or nearby stream, river or watercourse; and/or any area subject to the unusual and rapid accumulation of surface waters from any
14. Floodproofing – any combination of structural and nonstructural additions, changes, or adjustments to structures which reduce or eliminate flood damage to real estate or improved real property, water and sanitary facilities, structures and their
15. Floodway – the channel of a river or other watercourse and the adjacent land areas that must be reserved in order to discharge the base flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more than one
16. Highest Adjacent Grade: The highest natural elevation of the ground surface prior to construction next to the proposed walls of a
17. Historic structures – any structure that is:
    1. Listed individually in the National Register of Historic Places (a listing maintained by the Department of Interior) or preliminarily determined by the Secretary of the Interior as meeting the requirements for individual listing on the National Register;
    2. Certified or preliminarily determined by the Secretary of the Interior as contributing to the historical significance of a registered historic district or a district preliminarily determined by the Secretary to qualify as a registered historic district;
    3. Individually listed on a state inventory of historic places in states which have been

approved by the Secretary of the Interior; or

1. Individually listed on a local inventory of historic places in communities with historic preservation that have been certified either:
2. By an approved state program as determined by the Secretary of the Interior or
3. Directly by the Secretary of the Interior in states without approved programs.

18. Identified Floodplain Area- this term is an umbrella term that includes all of the areas within which the community has selected to enforce floodplain regulations. It will always include the area identified as the Special Flood Hazard Area on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps and Flood Insurance Study, but may include additional areas identified by the community. See Sections 4.01 and 4.02 for the specifics on what areas the community has included in the Identified Floodplain
19. Lowest floor – the lowest floor of the lowest fully enclosed area (including basement). An unfinished, flood resistant partially enclosed area, used solely for parking of vehicles, building access, and incidental storage, in an area other than a basement area is not considered the lowest floor of a building, provided that such space is not designed and built so that the structure is in violation of the applicable non-elevation design requirements of this
20. Manufactured home – a structure, transportable in one or more sections, which is built on a permanent chassis, and is designed for use with or without a permanent foundation when attached to the required utilities. The term includes park trailers, travel trailers, recreational and other similar vehicles which are placed on a site for more than 180 consecutive
21. Manufactured home park or subdivision – a parcel (or contiguous parcels) of land divided into two or more manufactured home lots for rent or
22. Minor repair – the replacement of existing work with equivalent materials for the purpose of its routine maintenance and upkeep, but not including the cutting away of any wall, partition or portion thereof, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or bearing support, or the removal or change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting the exitway requirements; nor shall minor repairs include addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of any standpipe, water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, oil, waste, vent, or similar piping, electric wiring, mechanical or other work affecting public health or general

23. New construction – structures for which the start of construction commenced on or after August 17, 2015 and includes any subsequent improvements to such structures. Any construction started before August 17, 2015 is subject to the ordinance in effect at the time the permit was issued, provided the start of construction was within 180 days of permit

24. New manufactured home park or subdivision – a manufactured home park or subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including at a minimum, the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads) is completed on or after the effective date of floodplain management regulations adopted by a
25. Person – an individual, partnership, public or private association or corporation, firm, trust, estate, municipality, governmental unit, public utility or any other legal entity whatsoever, which is recognized by law as the subject ofrights and
26. Post-FIRM Structure – is a structure for which construction or substantial improvement occurred after December 31, I974 or on or after the community’s initial Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) dated August 17, 2015, whichever is later, and, as such, would be required to be compliant with the regulations of the National Flood Insurance

27. Pre-FIRM Structure – is a structure for which construction or substantial improvement occurred on or before December 31, 1974 or before the community’s initial Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) dated August 17, 2015, whichever is later, and, as such, would not be required to be compliant with the regulations of the National Flood Insurance
28. Recreational vehicle – a vehicle which is:
    1. built on a single chassis;
    2. not more than 400 square feet, measured at the largest horizontal projections;
    3. designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a light-duty truck,
    4. not designed for use as a permanent dwelling but as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal

29. Regulatory Flood Elevation – the base flood elevation (BFE) or estimated flood height as determined using simplified methods plus a freeboard safety factor of one and one-half (1

½) feet.

30. Special flood hazard area (SFHA) – means an area in the floodplain subject to a 1 percent or greater chance of flooding in any given year. It is shown on the FIRM as Zone A, AO, A1-A30, AE, A99, or,
31. Start of construction – includes substantial improvement and other proposed new development and means the date the Permit was issued, provided the actual start of construction, repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, placement, or other improvement was within 180 days after the date of the permit and shall be completed within twelve (12) months after the date of issuance of the permit unless a time extension is granted, in writing, by the Floodplain The actual start 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 manufacture 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 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.

32. Structure – a walled and roofed building, including a gas or liquid storage tank that is principally above ground, as well as a manufactured
33. Subdivision – the division or re-division of a lot, tract, or parcel of land by any means into two or more lots, tracts, parcels or other divisions of land including changes in existing lot lines for the purpose, whether immediate or future, of lease, partition by the court for distribution to heirs, or devisees, transfer of ownership or building or lot development: Provided, however, that the subdivision by lease of land for agricultural purposes into parcels of more than ten acres, not involving any new street or easement of access or any residential dwelling, shall be exempted.
34. Substantial damage – damage from any cause sustained by a structure whereby the cost of restoring the structure to its before-damaged condition would equal or exceed fifty (50) percent or more of the market value of the structure before the damage
35. Substantial improvement – any reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, or other improvement of a structure, of which the cost equals or exceeds fifty (50) percent of the market value of the structure before the “start of construction” of the This term includes structures which have incurred “substantial damage” regardless of the actual repair work performed. The term does not, however, include any project for improvement of a structure to correct existing violations of state or local health, sanitary, or safety code specifications which have been identified by the local code enforcement official and which are the minimum necessary to assure safe living conditions.

36. Uniform Construction Code (UCC) – The statewide building code adopted by The Pennsylvania General Assembly in 1999 applicable to new construction in all municipalities whether administered by the municipality, a third party or the Department of Labor and Industry. Applicable to residential and commercial buildings, The Code adopted The International Residential Code (IRC) and the International Building Code (IBC), by reference, as the construction standard applicable with the State floodplain construction. For coordination purposes, references to the above are made specifically to various sections of the IRC and the
37. Variance- A grant of relief by a community from the terms of a floodplain management regulation.

38. Violation – means the failure of a structure or other development to be fully compliant with the community’s floodplain management regulations. A structure or other development without the elevation certificate, other certifications, or other evidence of compliance required in 44 CFR 60.3(b)(5), (c)(4), (c)(I O), (d)(3), (e)(2), (e)(4), or (e)(S) is presumed to be in violation until such time as that documentation is provided.

ARTICLE X. ENACTMENT

Section 10.01 Adoption

This Ordinance shall be effective on August 17, 2015 and shall remain in force until modified, amended or rescinded by Borough of Darlington, Beaver County, Pennsylvania.

Monday, February 2, 2015

A regular meeting of the Council of Darlington Borough was held on Monday, February 2, 2015. Members present were Mayor Bill Shasteen, President Dal Watterson, Vice President M. Benois Walton, Secretary Holly Nicely, Member Lori Kreshon and Member Greg Gruber. The Council discussed ongoing code violations with respect to the real estate currently owned by Clark and Jamie Mineard, with an address of 229 2nd Street, Darlington, Pennsylvania, Tax Parcel Numer 19-001-0701.000. The Council discussed the matter and determined that instructions would be provided to the Code Enforcement Officer, Dawna Pella, to proceed with pursuit of these code violations as she sees fit and as authorized under the procedures of the 2009 edition of the International Property Maintenance Code, as adopted by Darlington Borough Ordinace Number 2012.01 (363.2.2012). Upon motion duly made, seconded and unanimously passed:

RESOLVED, that the Code Enforcement Officer, Dawna Pella, shall proceed to enforce the building codes the 2009 edition of the International Property Maintenance Code, as adopted by Darlington Borough Ordinance Number 2012.01 (363.2.2012), as such codes pertain to the real estate CUITently owned by Clark and Jamie Mineard, with an address of 229 2^nd Street, Darlington, Pennsylvania, Tax Parcel Numer 19-001-0701.000.

Monday, August 4, 2014 A regular meeting of the Council of Darlington Borough was held on Monday, August 4, 2014. Members present were Mayor Bill Shasteen, President Dal Watterson, Vice President M. Benois Walton, Member Greg Gruber.

The Council discussed that ongoing issues with respect to an abandoned trailer owned by Chester Winters and located at parcel 19-001-1704.996 (hereinafter referred to as the “Winters Trailer”). The Council discussed the matter, specifically addressing the issue that taxes are due and owing on 2000-2013 tax years and that the property is currently listed on the Repository of Unsold Properties for Beaver County. Upon motion duly made, seconded and unanimously passed:

RESOLVED, that Darlington Borough Council hereby exonerates Michael Kohlman, the Beaver County Tax Assessor, the Tax Claim Bureau and the current tax collector for all unpaid taxes for tax years 2000-2016 and all current and future tax liabilities for the Winters Trailer.

RESOLVED FURTHER, that Darlington Borough Council hereby directs the Tax Claim Bureau and the current tax collector to abate all tax collection activities on the Winters Trailer.

• WHEREAS, Act No. 511 of the 1965 General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (53 P.S. §6901 et seq.), enacted December 31, 1965, and effective January 1, 1966, authorizes certain political subdivisions, including DARLINGTON BOROUGH, BEAVER COUNTY, to provide for the creation of such bureaus or the appointment and compensation of such officers, clerks, collectors and other assistants and employees as may be deemed necessary for the assessment and collection of taxes imposed under the authority of that Act; and
• WHEREAS, Darlington Borough, Beaver County, has entered into contractual agreement with BERKHEIMER of Bangor, Pennsylvania, whereby; and whereunder CLIENT appointed Berkheimer to collect certain local taxes; and
• WHEREAS, said Act 511 specifically mandates that any information gained by the appointed tax officer, his agents or by any other official or agent of the taxing district, as a result of any declarations, returns, investigations, hearings or verifications required or authorized by the taxing municipality’s ordinance resolution, be kept confidential, except for official purposes; and
• WHEREAS, any person who divulges any information which is confidential under the provisions of any ordinance or resolution, upon conviction may be subject to fines and/or imprisonment, upon conviction, and dismissal from office or discharge from employment; and
• WHEREAS, Berkheimer requires passage of a resolution by the governing body of DARLINGTON BOROUGH, BEAVER COUNTY, specifying that said confidential information is needed for official purposes and absolving Berkheimer from any liability in connection with the release of said confidential information;

BE IT RESOLVED that:

• DARLINGTON BOROUGH, BEAVER COUNTY hereby appoints Holly Nicely as its authorized representative to make requests upon and receive any and all tax information and records from Berkheimer, relative to the collection of taxes for DARLINGTON BOROUGH,  as desired and deemed necessary by DARLINGTON BOROUGH, to be used for official purposes only; and
• Berkheimer is hereby directed to provide and/or transmit any and all tax information and records, or any portion thereof, relating to the collection of taxes for DARLINGTON BOROUGH, upon request, to Holly Nicely as the authorized contact representative for it.
• DARLINGTON BOROUGH hereby saves harmless indemnifies and/or absolves Berkheimer from and against all liability in connection with the release of said confidential information

RESOLVED, ENACTED AND ADOPTED at a meeting held on the 3rd day of March, 2014.

BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED and it is hereby ordained and enacted by the Council of the Borough of Darlington, County of Beaver and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as follows:

SECTION 1. That a tax be and the same hereby levied on all property and occupants within the Borough of Darlington subject to taxation for the Borough purposes for the fiscal year 2014 as follows:

Tax rate for general Borough purposes, the sum of seven point four (7.4) mills for each ($1,000.00) Dollars of assessed valuation on all real property situated in said Borough of Darlington made liable under the law of taxation for Borough purposes.

SECTION 2. That any ordinance, or parts of any ordinances, conflicting with this ordinance, be and the same is here repealed insofar, as the same affects this ordinance.

ENACTED AND ORDAINED this 6^th day of January, 2014.

BOROUGH OF DARLINGTON

ATTEST:

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Secretary                                                                                                                              President

EXAMINED AND APPROVED THIS 6^th day of January, 2014                                                                                                                                                ____________________________

Mayor