(a) A sketch plan of any proposed subdivision or land development may be submitted for review and report to the Township Board of Commissioners and the County Planning Department for purposes of informal discussion among the township, county planning staff and the applicant in order to provide a basis for review of the concept and general design of the proposal prior to the preparation of detailed design plans.
(b) While the submission of sketch plans is not a required review stage, it is strongly encouraged for the benefit of the developer and the township. The review of sketch plans can prove to be instrumental in resolving many issues at an early stage in order to conserve time, effort and expense.
(c) If members of the Township Planning Commission or county planning staff are consulted in person and no written report is sought, the sketch plan may contain any data that are deemed sufficient to advise the developer, the township or both as to the merits, deficiencies or shortcomings of the plan.
(d) A review of a sketch plan, whether resulting in verbal comments or in a written report, shall not be regarded as a formal site plan review and shall not constitute part of the official record of the development.
(Ord. 668, passed 10-17-1990)