Permit applications to the borough shall comply with the following:
(A) Shall be submitted in person or by mail on a form provided by the borough. Additionally, all of the provisions of “Pennsylvania One Call” shall be strictly adhered to, and the applicant shall ensure that the borough is also directly put on notice as to any activity involving its streets, roads and rights-of-way;
(B) Shall be signed by the applicant;
(C) Shall include two sets of plans detailing the location and pertinent dimensions of the opening, the proposed installation and related highway features;
(D) Shall be accompanied by a check or money order payable to the borough in the amount of $1,500 minimum, or in lieu, any utility, which is regulated by the P.U.C. may post a $10,000 annual bond with the borough;
(E) Such application shall be submitted to the borough at least 30 days prior to the anticipated start of the work; provided, nevertheless, that in cases of emergency, such application shall be submitted as soon as shall be practicable, but in no event later than five days from the occurrence of the emergency. Permanent restoration work following emergency repairs shall be completed within ten days and shall be inspected by the borough;
(F) The appropriate borough official shall examine and determine the completeness of each application, and may reject any application if said official is not satisfied with the information provided;
(G) Upon approval by the borough, a permit shall be issued, including a permit placard. The placard shall be retained by the permit applicant and shall be posted and displayed in a prominent location at all times at the work site for the entire work period; and
(H) Not more than 200 linear feet shall be opened in any street at any time.
(Ord. 1078, passed 4-17-2012)