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Pompton Lakes to draft ordinance requiring curb-to-curb replacement after certain utility cuts
Summary
The borough administrator recommended an amendment requiring curb-to-curb replacement for any road cut larger than 50 square feet on roads paved within the last five years, with exceptions for emergencies; council asked staff to prepare a draft ordinance for the Nov. 13 meeting.
Administrator Michael told the council that a review of the borough’s road-opening procedure found no clear code criteria requiring utilities to fully restore pavement after digging. He said staff is recommending an amendment so that "any cut greater than 50 square feet and has been paved in the last 5 years would be subject to a curb to curb replacement."
Council members asked about emergencies and exceptions; Michael said the draft will include formal application procedures, exceptions for emergencies and an appeal process and that the borough will consult public utilities and the MUA before adoption. The administrator cited examples of recent utility patches that left streets looking unsightly and said the proposed rule aims to preserve recently paved roads and reduce repeated patching costs.
Council directed staff to prepare a draft ordinance for the Nov. 13 meeting and to consult with utilities and the MUA on practical exceptions and enforcement.
