§ 255-171.17. Warning and disclaimer of liability.

The degree of flood protection required by this Article is considered reasonable for regulatory purposes and is based on accepted engineering methods of study. Larger floods may occur or flood heights may be increased by man-made or natural causes, such as bridge openings restricted by debris and ice jams. In such instances, areas outside Floodplain Conservation District or land uses permitted within the district may be subject to flooding or flood damage. The granting of a zoning permit , conditional use , variance or other approval pursuant to this Article shall not constitute a representation, guarantee or warranty of any kind by Upper Dublin Township, or by any officer or employee of the Township, of the practicability or safety of any structure , use or other plan proposed, and shall create no liability upon or cause of action against the Township, or against any officer or employee of the Township, for any damage that may result pursuant thereto; nor shall this Article create any liability on the part of Upper Dublin Township or any officer or employee of the Township for any flood damages that result from reliance on this Article or any administrative or quasi-judicial decision lawfully made hereunder.