The Borough Council may promulgate, by resolution, the procedures necessary to implement this Chapter.
A. Prior to the issuance of any permit, the Floodplain Administrator shall provide an applicant with all necessary documents to perform the due diligence necessary for the property that is subject to this Chapter. No permit shall be issued until an applicant has certified they have met the requirements of all local, State and Federal laws, applicable statutes, regulations and this Chapter. It is the responsibility of the applicant to pay all fees and costs associated with certifying that they have met this Chapter, and have paid all fees and costs associated with acquiring a permit.
B. 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 Chapter.
C. 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 concerns can be addressed before the permit is issued.
D. 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 Borough Council for whatever action it considers necessary.
E. The Floodplain Administrator shall maintain all records for the life of the structure, or as required by law.
F. The Floodplain Administrator is the official responsible for submitting a biennial report to FEMA concerning community participation in the National Flood Insurance Program.
G. In order to meet the requirements of all laws, regulations, and this Chapter, the Borough can acquire the services of a qualified engineer. All costs, fees and expenses associated with use of the Borough's designated engineer shall be borne by the applicant. The Borough may contract with an outside agency that has established that it has the qualifications and expertise to assist in the implementation of this Chapter.
(A.O.; as amended by Ord. 441, 6/10/2015)