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Rumson City Zoning Code

§ 22-7.39

Basements/Cellars.

[Ord. No. 12-013D; Ord. No. 15-007D § 6]
The bottom of the floor slab of a basement or cellar shall be a minimum of two (2') feet above the seasonal high water table based on mottling data prior to the construction of a new basement and/or cellar. The bottom of any proposed sump pit shall also be located a minimum of two (2') feet above the seasonal high water table. Soil boring logs and/or soil pit profiles shall be provided to document the seasonal high water elevation to the satisfaction of the Zoning Officer, Construction Official and/or Borough Engineer. The soil borings and/or soil pits shall be located within the footprint of the principal structure.