1. Before submission of an application for tentative approval under MPC §707, the applicant shall have a meeting with the Township to determine the feasibility, suitability and timing of the application. The intent of this step is for the applicant to obtain information and guidance from Township personnel before entering into any commitments or incurring substantial expenses with regard to the site and the PRD site plan preparation.
2. Township Planning Commission. The preapplication meeting shall include a meeting with the Dover Township Planning Commission in order for the Planning Commission to provide comments on the proposed planned residential development.
3. The preapplication meeting shall include the following topics:
A. Pedestrian design approach such as internal pedestrian trails or sidewalk system, or to the extent applicable, connection to an existing rail trail or other existing pedestrian system.
B. Open space design parameters, such as incorporating stormwater management facilities, neighborhood park and play areas.
C. Community green area and any amenities such as a gazebo or benches for residents to gather.
D. Architectural design standards for the PRD.
E. Gateways and focal points.
F. Proposed mix of residential and non-residential uses.
G. Block and street layout.
H. Parking and pedestrian improvements.
4. Relationship to formal review process. The submission of a preapplication conference submission shall not be deemed the beginning of the time period for review as prescribed by law. The preapplication conferences are intended to be advisory only and shall not bind the Township to approve any application for development.
(Ord. 2024-01, 5/13/2024)