1. The application for tentative approval shall be filed with the zoning officer for the Township. An initial filing fee in an amount established by the Township shall be paid upon filing of the application to be applied against review fees and other expenses related to the approval process. Additional deposits shall be made from time to time as requested by the Township to be applied against review fees and other expenses related to the approval process.
2. Application content. An application for tentative approval of a planned residential development shall include the following:
A. Nine sets of the application and supporting documentation.
B. The application shall contain the following information:
(1) Location, size and topography of the site and the nature of the landowner’s interest in the land proposed to be developed;
(2) The density of land use to be allocated to parts of the site to be developed.
(3) The location and size of the common open space and the form of organization proposed to own and maintain the common open space.
(4) The use and the approximate height, bulk and location of buildings and other structures.
(5) The feasibility of proposals for water supply and the disposition of sanitary waste and storm water.
(6) The substance of covenants, grants of easements or other restrictions proposed to be imposed upon the use of the land, buildings and structures including proposed easements or grants for public utilities.
(7) The provisions for parking of vehicles and the location and width of proposed streets and public ways.
(8) The required modifications in the municipal land use regulations otherwise applicable to the subject property.
(9) The feasibility of proposals for energy conservation and the effective utilization of renewable energy sources.
(10) The incorporation of the design standards as set forth in §27-1303.3.
(11) In the case of development plans which call for development over a period of years, a schedule showing the proposed times within which applications for final approval of all sections of the planned residential development are intended to be filed and this schedule must be updated annually, on the anniversary of its approval, until the development is completed and accepted.
(12) The application for tentative approval of a planned residential development shall include a written statement by the landowner setting forth the reasons why, in his opinion, a planned residential development would be in the public interest and would be consistent with the comprehensive plan for the development of the municipality.
C. Environmental impact assessment documenting compliance with the MPC. Such assessment shall indicate reasons why the planned residential development is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and is in the interest of the Township.
D. Graphic and architectural guidelines shall be included as part of the application for review and approval by the Board of Supervisors.
E. Within 60 days after the filing of an application for tentative approval, unless such time period is waived by the applicant, a public hearing pursuant to public notice shall be held by the Board of Supervisors in the manner prescribed by Article IX of the MPC. The Board of Supervisors may continue the hearing from time to time, provided, however, that in any event, the public hearing or hearings shall be concluded within 60 days after the date of the first public hearing unless such time period is waived by the applicant.
F. York County Planning Commission review and comment. At least 30 days before the public hearing, the Township shall submit the application for tentative approval of a planned residential development to the York County Planning Commission for review and comment as required by the MPC. At least 30 days before the public hearing, the Township shall submit the application for tentative approval of a planned residential development to the Dover Township Planning Commission for review and comment.
3. Findings. Within 60 days following the conclusion of the public hearing or within 180 days after the date of filing the application, whichever occurs first (unless extended by the applicant), the Board of Supervisors shall make findings by official written communication to the landowner in accordance with § 709 of the MPC.
4. The Board of Supervisors may permit the modification of the requirements of the PRD regulations in order to encourage innovative design, provided that the modification best serves the intended purpose and goal of the PRD Ordinance and the modification would not result in an adverse impact to adjoining properties.
5. Official written communication. The official written communication shall be certified by the Township Secretary and shall be filed with the Township, and a certified copy shall be mailed to the landowner. Where tentative approval has been granted, it shall be deemed an amendment to the zoning map, effective upon final approval and shall be noted on the zoning map.
(Ord. 2022-02, 10/24/2022)