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1. Entrances to the site should be minimized and placed in such a way as to maximize safety, maximize efficient traffic circulation, and minimize the impact on any surrounding residential neighborhoods.
2. The scale, massing, and building design shall be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood.
3. No outdoor loading or service areas, shall be located within the side or rear yard setback areas.
(Ord. 2024-01, 5/13/2024)
1. Minimum lot area: five acres.
2. All burial plots or facilities shall be located at least 100 feet from all property or street lines.
3. Assurances must be provided that water supplies of surrounding properties will not be contaminated by burial activity within the proposed cemetery.
4. No burial plots or facilities are permitted in flood hazard areas.
5. Buffers and screens shall be provided as necessary to adequately protect neighboring properties. This includes, but is not limited to, fences, walls, plantings and open spaces.
6. Pet cemeteries must meet all of the above applicable requirements.
(Ord. 2024-01, 5/13/2024)
1. All private clubs shall have access to an arterial or collector road as identified in the Dover Township Comprehensive Plan.
2. All off-street parking areas shall be set back a minimum of 30 feet from any adjoining residential lot lines.
3. All outdoor recreation/activity areas shall be set back at least 50 feet from any property line.
4. Screening shall be provided along any adjoining residentially zoned property.
(Ord. 2024-01, 5/13/2024)
1. All outdoor storage of equipment shall be setback a minimum of 50 feet from any property line and shall be screened from view in accordance with the requirements of the SALDO.
2. Buffer yards and screening shall be provided as necessary to adequately protect neighboring properties. A buffer yard at least 50 feet wide must be provided on the site in all instances where the site adjoins a residential use or district. The buffer yard shall be naturally landscaped, have no impervious cover and shall not be used for building, parking, loading or storage purposes. Screening shall be provided for the length of the buffer yard in accordance with § 22-721 of the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance [Chapter 22].
3. Any exterior lighting and/or amplified public address system shall be arranged and designed so as to prevent objectionable impact on neighboring properties. Use of the outdoor public address systems shall only be permitted between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. Exterior lighting other than that essential for the safety of the users of the premises shall be prohibited between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
4. Outdoor recreation areas shall not include any required parking areas.
5. Outdoor recreation areas shall only be permitted between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.
6. Outdoor trash and recycling receptacles shall be provided amid any outdoor recreation area. Such trash receptacles shall be emptied so as to prevent the scattering of litter and debris.
7. The applicant shall demonstrate adequacy of sewage disposal and water supply.
8. Shall have vehicular access to an arterial or collector road as identified in the Dover Township Comprehensive Plan.
9. Shall be a minimum of five acres.
(Ord. 2024-01, 5/13/2024)
If a conference or corporate center facility exceeds 100,000 square feet in gross floor area, standards in § 27-513 shall apply.
(Ord. 2024-01, 5/13/2024)
1. Purpose. The purpose of the Conservation Based Design development is to permit procedure for development which will:
A. Promote more environmentally aware subdivision layout.
B. Encourage ingenuity and originality in site design.
C. Preserve environmentally sensitive areas.
2. Environmentally Sensitive Areas. All subdivision and or land development plans containing environmentally sensitive features as identified on the ESA Overlay District development in accordance with § 27-413 and § 27-627. All plans shall conform to the Environmental Overlay District regulations and map and all other applicable township regulatory ordinances.
3. Planning Standards. A Conservation Based Design subdivision must meet the following minimum requirements:
A. Permitted uses shall be in accordance with the applicable zoning district.
B. Public water and sewer shall be provided, unless the development is located outside the Designated Growth Area, in which case, on-lot disposal systems or a community-on-lot system shall be provided in compliance with Dover Township Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance Chapter 22, § 22-713 and Water, Sewer, and Sewage Disposal Chapter 26, § 26-156 and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection requirements.
4. Tract Standards.
A. Minimum tract size shall be 15 acres for this section to apply.
B. Common Open Space. The following requirements shall apply to the common open space areas:
(1) Minimum Common Open Space shall be 20% of the total tract area.
(2) The following areas may not be calculated as part of the common open space: streets, private yards, minimum required spacing between buildings, recreation land required for dedication to the Township, parking areas and buffer areas on individual residential lots.
(3) The area shall be accessible to all residents. Pedestrian ways shall interconnect residential units and common open space areas.
(4) Common open space areas shall be designed as a continuous system of usable area, which is interspersed among residential groupings.
(5) Future development or sale of common open space shall be prohibited.
(6) Maintenance of Common Space and Buffer Yards. The developer must submit a detailed statement including covenants, agreement or specific documents showing the ownership, financial responsibility, and methods of maintenance and utilization of required common open space area and buffer yards within the development. Furthermore, the Township Solicitor shall review such documents to determine whether they adequately provide for the creation of a common open space area and its maintenance. The Township shall require that such documents provide that any alteration or amendment of the provisions establishing a common open space area or its maintenance cannot be accomplished without the express consent of the Township. Such documents creating the areas and providing for their maintenance shall not be altered or amended after the Township approval has been granted without the specific consent of the Township.
5. Conservation Subdivision Design. All subdivisions meeting the minimum tract size shall follow the four-step process in accordance with the Chapter 22 Dover Township Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance.
6. Walking Paths. Walking paths, sidewalks and or trail are required in all Conservation-Based Design developments. Such paths shall connect to adjacent neighborhoods, parks, existing paths, sidewalks or established greenway systems.
(Ord. 2024-01, 5/13/2024)
1. Access shall be via an urban arterial or collector road as identified in the Dover Township Comprehensive Plan.
2. All activities shall be conducted within a wholly-enclosed building.
3. All exterior storage areas shall be screened from view on all sides.
4. All merchandise, except vending machines shall be stored within a building.
5. An area enclosed by a wall or fence, screened from view of adjoining properties, shall be provided whenever outdoor storage is required. No materials may be stored so as to create a fire hazard.
6. Satisfactory provision shall be made to minimize harmful or unpleasant effects such as noise, odors, fumes, glare, vibration and smoke.
7. Illumination shall be in accordance with § 27-509.
(Ord. 2024-01, 5/13/2024)
1. Access shall be via an arterial or collector road as identified in the Dover Township Comprehensive Plan.
2. A buffer yard 30 feet wide must be located on the site in all instances where the site adjoins a residential use or district. The buffer yard shall be naturally landscaped, have no impervious cover and shall be used for building, parking, loading or storage.
3. Any outdoor storage areas shall be enclosed by a wall or fence and screened from view of adjoining properties. No materials may be stored so as to create a public health hazard or a public nuisance.
4. No toxic or hazardous materials may be stored on any property, except in compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations.
(Ord. 2024-01, 5/13/2024)
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