(A) Maximum impervious cover requirements for each Zoning District are described in Chapter 152. The maximums were created to address stormwater management, aesthetic, landscaping/buffering, and passive open space objectives stated in the municipal master plan. The goals and objectives of the master plan can be furthered by allowing for an open space buy-down program whereby a contribution is made to the township by the developer toward the purchase and preservation in perpetuity of passive open space in Voorhees Township. The contribution is made in lieu of meeting a portion of their open space requirement on the site to be developed. The monies contributed are then applied toward the preservation and maintenance of passive open space at higher priority locations in the township.
(B) The maximum impervious cover of commercial and industrial sites may be increased from the permitted 60% to an adjusted maximum of 75% subject to township requirements for landscaping, buffering, setbacks and stormwater management as provided in Chapter 152 and 154, and federal and state regulations involving freshwater wetlands and stream encroachment, by the developer paying a cash contribution of $2.00 per each additional square foot of space on site which is treated with an impervious cover. The contribution shall be submitted to the township for deposit into an account dedicated to township passive open space preservation and maintenance.
(Ord. 945-99, passed 9-13-99)