For the purpose of expediting applications and reducing subdivision and site plan design and development costs, the developer and/or owner may, but is not required to, request a preapplication conference in accordance with the following.
(A) Preapplication conference. Prospective subdividers may arrange a preapplication conference with the Township Planning Commission to determine the practical and legal feasibility of the proposed project prior to the development of formal preliminary plan preparation. An appointment shall be made at least ten days prior to the Commission’s regular meeting date. No fee shall be required for said conference.
(B) Documentation. Submission of the following information at the preapplication conference is recommended:
(1) General information. A general description of existing covenants, land characteristics, the availability of community facilities and utilities. Also, information relating to the proposed subdivision, such as the appropriate number of lots, typical lot width and depth, commercial areas, playgrounds, park areas, other public areas, proposed protective covenants, proposed utility and street improvements;
(2) Topographic and location map. Existing USGS quadrangle sheet or other acceptable map showing the location and topographic features of the site;
(3) Sketch plan. A simple sketch of the tract boundaries, proposed layout of streets, lots, significant topographic modifications contemplated and other features in relation to existing conditions;
(4) Timing. A projected timetable for development of the project, including the anticipated schedule of project phasing;
(5) Fee. No fee shall be charged for the preapplication conference;
(6) Possible hazards. Consideration should be given to possible hazards to health, safety and welfare. Land shall not be recommended for subdivision until such hazards are properly addressed. Land subject to flooding, slides due to soil type or slope or excavation, excessive erosion, improper drainage, mine subsidence problems, or land unsuited for on-site sewage disposal shall be deemed hazardous and shall require a specific demonstration of measures to remove the identified hazard-producing condition; and
(7) Suitability of the plan. In assessing the suitability of the plan, the Planning Commission shall consider the township’s future land use projections and any other appropriate plans.
(C) Effect of preapplication conference. The applicant shall not be bound by the discussions, comments or summation of the preapplication conference, nor shall the Township Planning Commission, the County Planning Commission or the Township Board of Supervisors be bound by any such review.
(2003 Code, § 146-11) (Ord. 2-96, passed 7-5-1996)