17 Pa. Code § 53.1

Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 52, December 28, 2024
Section 53.1 - Definitions

The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

ATV-An all-terrain vehicle as defined in section 7706(e) of the Vehicle Code (relating to restricted accounts).

ATV Management Restricted Account-A restricted revenue account for funds that may only be used for ATV related activities, or activities related to joint-use trails, as required under section 7706(a)(2) of the Vehicle Code.

Acquisition-The purchase or lease of land or buildings for snowmobile or ATV activities, or both.

Development-Construction, alteration or renovation required for and compatible with the physical improvement of land.

Joint-use trail-A trail that may be used by snowmobiles and ATVs.

Land-Real property, including improvements thereon, rights-of-way, water, riparian and other rights, easements, privileges and any other physical property or rights of interest of any kind or description relating to or connected with real property.

Maintenance-Recurring upkeep needed on a regular basis on snowmobile, ATV or joint-use trails, trail related facilities and equipment.

Municipality-A county, city, borough, incorporated town, township or an official agency created by the foregoing units of government under the laws of the Commonwealth.

Nonprofit organization-An organization that is exempt from income tax under 501 of the Internal Revenue Code (26 U.S.C.A. § 501.

Project-A proposal to acquire or develop land, research the feasibility of acquiring or developing land, prepare or perform right-of-way lease agreements, purchase or lease equipment, or conduct educational or training programs relating to snowmobile or ATV activities, or both.

Rehabilitation-The improvement or restoration, excluding routine maintenance, of existing snowmobile, ATV or joint-use trails.

Snowmobile-The term as defined in section 7702 of the Vehicle Code (relating to definitions).

Snowmobile Management Restricted Account -A restricted revenue account for funds that may only be used for snowmobile related activities, or activities related to joint-use trails, as required under section 7706(a)(2) of the Vehicle Code.

Vehicle Code-75 Pa.C.S. §§ 101-9701.

17 Pa. Code § 53.1