(A) Permit: A permit shall be required for all demolitions, as defined.
(B) Definitions:
DEMOLITION: The removal, in whole or part, of any structure or building, the removal of demolition debris, or the installation of fill material and final grading in connection with such removal.
DEMOLITION CONTRACTOR: Any person or firm engaged in the business of demolition of buildings or structures by contract.
DIRECTOR: The Director of Public Works for the City or his authorized agent.
(C) Demolition Standards:
1. All demolition work shall be carried out in safe and workman- like manner to minimize hazard to adjacent property and the public.
2. All subterranean walls, floors and footings shall be removed.
3. All depressions, cavities, cisterns or wells shall be filled with approved granular material or compacted structural clay to within six inches (6") of final grade.
4. The final grading shall be such that no depressions or cavities exist and stormwater cannot stand on the demolition site. Six inches (6") of earth shall be installed over any depression, cavity, cistern or well filled with fill material.
5. All debris resulting from demolition shall be removed from the site where demolition occurs in a timely manner. In no event shall debris be used for fill material.
6. Where necessary to protect public health and safety, the Director may require the erection of fencing, barricades or protective canopies around the perimeter of the demolition site.
7. No demolition work shall be conducted between the hours of nine o'clock (9:00) P.M. and seven o'clock (7:00) A.M. unless previously approved by the Director.
8. Streets, roadways and alleys adjacent to a demolition site may be closed only after approval by the Director. The Director shall, prior to approval of such closing, consult with the Fire Chief, Police Chief and Director of City Services.
9. It is the responsibility of the owner or his agent to arrange the disconnection of all utilities to a demolition site prior to demolition. All water, sewer and gas lines shall be properly capped and sealed. Sewer lines shall be disconnected in accordance with the requirements established in title 8, chapter 6 of this Code.
10. In the event the structure to be demolished has one or more party walls, the applicant shall provide drawings sealed by a registered architect or structural engineer indicating the measures to be taken to support the adjacent structures after demolition. In the event adjacent structures do not require additional support, the architect or engineer shall provide a written statement stating such conclusion. The written consent of owners of adjacent buildings to install necessary shoring or bracing shall be provided. (Ord. 13/2017, 6-5-2017)