Lower Gwynedd Township Amends Building Code for Frost Protection

At the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, the Supervisors approved Ordinance 423, which amends the township building code for frost protection for buildings and structures under 200 feet.

Previously buildings under 100 feet, particularly backyard sheds, needed to be on pilings or on a foundation.

The amendment increases the size of buildings to 200 feet before pilings or a foundation is required by township building code.

The vote passed unanimously by the Supervisors.

Township Solicitor James Garrity said the change in code would reduce the cost for installing a backyard shed for township residents.

“We’re moving in the right direction,” said Supervisor Chairman Ed Brandt.