(A) Prior to the demolition of any building or structure in the town, a permit shall be required to be issued by the duly designated town official. For purposes of definition, the following shall apply:
(1) Building. A structure having a roof supported by columns or walls designed or intended for shelter, support or enclosure
of persons, animals, chattels or property of any kind, and is permanently affixed to the land. When any portion thereof is completely separated from every other portion thereof by a division wall without openings, then each such portion shall be deemed to be a separate building.
(2) Structure. Anything constructed or erected which requires a footing or foundation to be set below grade and/or which extends at least six inches above grade. Individual posts or poles (except for those used for signs or advertising devices) shall not constitute a structure; however, if two or more such posts or poles are connected, they shall be considered a structure (i.e., a fence). Also, anything constructed or erected with a fixed location on the ground, or attached to something having a fixed location on the ground.
(B) The following non-refundable fee is required to be paid by any and all applicants for demolition permits in the town, namely: $20. The payment of this non-refundable fee shall be a condition of issuance of a demolition permit, and no such demolition permit shall be issued without payment.
(C) Any demolition permits issued by the duly designated town official shall be for a period of time deemed appropriate by the town official, but in no event shall a demolition permit be issued for a period of time exceeding one year.
(Ord. 511, passed 6-13-90)
Cross-reference:
Recycling plan requirements, see § 97.13