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ADMINISTRATIVE CODE


ARTICLE V:
(Sections 5.16-5.18)
Department of Licenses and Inspection

Section 5.16 - Function

The Department of Licenses and Inspection shall be responsible for the protection of persons and property within the Township through the general administration and enforcement of zoning, subdivision, building and related structural and land use codes.
(As amended by Ordinance 2532, adopted 12/20/77)

Section 5.17 - Department Head

A.

The Department of Licenses and Inspection shall be headed by a Director who shall also act as the zoning officer of the Township and shall be responsible to the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer for the performance of the function of the said department.

B.

The Director and those acting as his agents shall have and exercise police power in the exercise of their authority and shall have the power to issue citations for the violation of those laws and ordinances which are administered and enforced by the Department of Licenses and Inspection.
(As amended by Ordinance 2532, adopted 12/20/77.)

Section 5.18 - Duties

The duties of the Director shall be to:

A.

Enforce and administer zoning, subdivision building, electrical, demolition and such other related structural and land use codes as may be enacted by law or ordinance.

B.

Issue such licenses and permits as may be required by law or ordinance.

C.

Provide for inspection and related procedures to assure proper maintenance and repair of sidewalks in accordance with Township Ordinances; and

D.

Enforce the Orders of the Zoning Hearing Board.
(As amended by Ordinance 2532, adopted 12/20/77.)




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