A. A permit for demolition or removal requires that all materials comprising part of the existing structure, including the foundation and footings, must be removed from the site. The depression caused by removal of such debris must be filled back and compacted to the original grade, as approved by the Building Inspector, with granular fill. The work must be completed, including filling and leveling back to grade and removal of required pedestrian walkways and fences within the permit period, unless the Building Inspector:
1. Finds that any part of the foundation of the building will form an integral part of a new structure to be erected on the same site for which plans have already been approved by the Building Inspector, in which case the Inspector may approve plans for the appropriate adjustment and may impose reasonable conditions, including the erection of fences, securing, etc., to guarantee the site does not create a hazard.
2. Finds that new construction will shortly commence and approves the continuance of the protective pedestrian walkway.
3. Finds that the foundation, footings or existing retaining walls are integral to the support of adjacent sidewalks, streets, legal easements or buildings, in which case the Building Inspector may permit such supporting structures to remain.
B. In no case shall grade next to sidewalks or on the site present a hazard to the public or anyone who may be on the site.
(Ord. 2020-02, 5-19-2020)