(A) The Township Board may, by resolution, require the owners of lots or parcels to replace or repair sidewalks where the condition of the sidewalks necessitates replacement or repair for public health, safety and welfare. Prior to the adoption of a resolution requiring replacement or repair of sidewalks, notice shall be given to affected property owners and a hearing shall be conducted as provided in Public Act 80 of 1989, being M.C.L.A. §§ 41.271 et seq.
(B) At the time of the inspection by the Department of Public Works as provided in § 97.06, the Department of Public Works shall provide a notice to the homeowners of the necessity of the replacement or repair and the date of the hearing before the Township Board. During this time period the homeowner may replace or repair the sidewalks but the replacement or repair shall be according to the construction standards established in § 97.06.
(C) The resolution by the Township Board finding the necessity of the replacement or repair shall provide:
(1) A description of the flags or portions of sidewalk to be replaced or repaired;
(2) A finding of the necessity of the replacement or repair of the sidewalk for public safety reasons;
(3) An order directing the township to replace or repair the portions of sidewalk upon the property owner’s failure or neglect to replace or repair the sidewalk; and
(4) An order directing the Treasurer to assess the township’s costs for replacement or repair of the sidewalk against the property involved, payable over a five-year period.
(D) All sidewalks shall be replaced or repaired according to the construction standards established in § 97.06.
(Prior Code, § XI-6.03)