In expansion of the statement of community development objectives in Article
I, §
150-3 of this chapter, it is the intent of this article to:
A. Conserve and protect steep slope areas from inappropriate
development and excessive grading.
B. Minimize stormwater runoff, accelerated soil erosion
and resultant stream siltation which may create a danger to life and/or
property.
C. Protect the Township from inappropriate development
of steep slope areas which may cause a subsequent expenditure for
public works and disaster relief, thus affecting the economic well
being of the Township and its residents.
D. Restrict sedimentation and the alteration of natural
drainage patterns which may aggravate flooding both in the immediate
area and in downstream areas.
E. Protect residents from property damage and personal
injury due to runoff, erosion and landslides.
The SS Steep Slope Conservation District is
an overlay of all other zoning districts within Worcester Township
and applies to all steep slope areas within these zoning districts.