Roof drains are being replaced or a sump pump is installed. Can the drains run off at the ground surface, into the storm sewer, into the road or is a seepage/infiltration chamber required?
At a local level, some discretion is allowed on small concentrated discharges such as roof drains or sump pumps. As a rule with new construction, the Borough of Madison encourages the use of seepage pits to collect and infiltrate roof runoff into the ground in an area hydraulically distant from basement structures (but within a setback area), for which a plan review is generally required by the Engineering Department. Concentrated rain water discharges to adjoining property are discouraged, and public storm sewer connections may be available to alleviate concentrated surface water. Sump pump discharges are strictly prohibited to any part of the sanitary sewer system, sink, shower or other sanitary drains. For more information, please contact Engineering by phone at 973-593-3060.

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1. What is the road right-of-way?
2. Is a permit required for a driveway?
3. Is a permit required for a sidewalk?
4. Roof drains are being replaced or a sump pump is installed. Can the drains run off at the ground surface, into the storm sewer, into the road or is a seepage/infiltration chamber required?
5. Is a permit required for a shed?
6. Is a permit required for a sign?
7. Is a permit required for a fence?
8. If there was a sewer blockage, what permits are necessary?
9. We are contemplating an addition to our home, how large can it be without a variance or public hearing being required?