These Subdivision and Land Development Regulations are adopted for the following purposes:
(a) To assure sites suitable for building purposes and human habitation.
(b) To provide for the harmonious, orderly, efficient and integrated development of the Borough.
(c) To assure that new development will be coordinated with existing Borough development.
(d) To provide for adequate easements and rights of way for drainage and utilities.
(e) To make provisions, as needed, for the reservation of land as it may be needed for public grounds.
(f) To accommodate prospective traffic, facilitate fire protection and make such provisions as are necessary for public safety and convenience.
(g) To make provisions for appropriate standards for streets, storm drainage, sanitary sewers, water facilities, curbs, gutters and such other improvements as shall be considered needed by the Borough.
(h) To promote the sound layout and design for subdivisions and land developments.
(I) To allow for new and flexible standards of design, where appropriate.
(j) To secure equitable handling of all subdivision plans by providing uniform procedures and standards.
(k) To implement the Comprehensive Plan.
(Ord. 2143. Passed 8-16-93.)