N.J. Admin. Code § 7:7-10.5

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 7:7-10.5 - Standards applicable to the construction of boardwalks

(a) The construction of oceanfront or bayfront boardwalks should address a number of engineering concerns related to structural support, resistance to vertical and horizontal water and wind loads, and scouring. The construction of boardwalks along tidal shoreline is acceptable, in accordance with the following standards:

1. All timber support piles shall be a minimum of eight inches in diameter;

2. Support piles should be driven to a depth of at least 10 feet (mean sea level), for all V zone locations. In A zones, the depth of penetration should be at least five feet (mean sea level);

3. The method for insertion of piles should be a pile driver or drop hammer;

4. All support joists and timber connections should be anchored through the use of hurricane clips or metal plates; and

5. All metal fasteners, including but not limited to bolts, screws, plates, clips, anchors and connectors, shall be hot dipped galvanized.

(b) Rationale: Boardwalks are an important feature of New Jersey's coastal landscape and provide the public with opportunities to visually access the waterfront. The rule conditionally allows boardwalks to be constructed if such construction meets specific requirements to ensure the structure can withstand the conditions of the site on which it is constructed.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:7-10.5

Renumbered from 7:7E-3A.5 by 47 N.J.R. 1392(a), effective 7/6/2015

Amended by 50 N.J.R. 361(a), effective 1/16/2018