Any applicant who proposes to develop a subdivision in the City
of Saratoga Springs shall submit plats and other documents for approval
as provided in this article.
A.
The sketch plan submittal should include:
(1)
A location map showing that portion of the tract, which is to be
subdivided in relation to the entire tract, and the distance to the
nearest street intersection. All streets shall also be shown within
250 feet of the applicant's property.
(2)
The name of the owner and of all adjoining property owners as disclosed
by the most recent City assessment records.
(3)
The Tax Map sheet, block and lot numbers, as available from the City
Assessor's Office.
(4)
A map indicating all the utilities available, and all streets which
are proposed, mapped or built and an indication of the utilities that
will be provided within the subdivision.
(5)
The proposed pattern and numbers of lots, street layout, and recreation
areas, within the subdivided area.
(6)
A map indicating all portions of the land within the subdivision
subject to periodic inundation or flooding by stormwater, including
wetlands areas.
(7)
General topographic information at ten-foot intervals, or smaller,
if available, relating to existing conditions and any proposed grading
if known.
A.
Completed subdivision application form, receipt for payment or required
application fee, and 12 copies of the proposed subdivision plat and
all supporting documents.
B.
At a minimum the preliminary plat subdivision application submittal
shall include:
(1)
Preliminary plat. Drawn accurately to an acceptable scale not smaller
than 50 feet to one inch. The highlights of items to be submitted
are as follows. A checklist of submission requirements is in Appendix
D.[1]
(a)
The name and address of the owner or owners of land to be subdivided
and any professionals assisting in the application.
(b)
The date of the map, approximate true North point, scale and
title of the subdivision.
(c)
An illustrative plan for lot and street layout indicating plans
for connections to existing streets.
(d)
An illustrative plan for wastewater disposal and handling stormwater
runoff.
(e)
Present zoning information.
(f)
Watercourses, marshes, rock outcrops, floodplains and wetlands,
and other important land features.
(g)
A concept plan for recreation park or playground use, or other
public or private reservation, or a statement of intent to contribute
cash-in-lieu of recreation land in accordance with the fee schedule
in Appendix A.[2]
[2]
Editor's Note: Said appendix is included at the end of this chapter.
(h)
A stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) consistent with
the requirements within City Code 200-A shall be required for Preliminary
Subdivision Plat Approval.
[1]
Editor's Note: Said appendix is included at the end of this chapter.
(2)
The location of relevant natural features such as watercourses or
rock outcroppings.
(3)
All sheets shall be 24 inches by 36 inches in size. When more than
one sheet is required, all shall be the same size, each sheet shall
be numbered in sequence.
(4)
Completed Environmental Assessment Form, as required by SEQRA regulations.
(5)
Further requirements. More detailed information may be required by
the Board as a part of the preliminary submission in special cases.
A.
Completed subdivision application form, receipt for payment of required
application fee, and 12 copies of the proposed subdivision plat and
the supporting documents.
B.
At a minimum the final subdivision plat applications submitted shall
include:
(1)
The applicant shall submit a final subdivision plat, to a scale not
smaller than 50 feet to one inch. The final subdivision plat shall
contain the same information, except for any changes or additions
required by decision of the Board, as shown on the preliminary plat.
The preliminary plat may be used as the final subdivision plat if
it meets the applicable requirements and is revised in accordance
with the Board's decision. All revision dates must be shown.
The highlights of items to be submitted are as follows. A detailed
checklist of submission requirements is in Appendix E.[1]
(a)
Notation of any self-imposed restrictions, and locations of
any building lines proposed to be established in this manner, if required
by the Board in accordance with this chapter.
(b)
Indications of compliance with requirements of the State Department
of Health and/or State Department of Environmental Conservation.
(c)
Standards of accuracy of elevations meeting City of Saratoga
Springs requirements shall be noted on the map.
[1]
Editor's Note: Said appendix is included at the end of this chapter.
(2)
Plan/profile of each street and utility easement, with an acceptable
horizontal scale not to exceed 50 feet to one inch and vertical scale
of five feet to one inch showing the following:
(3)
Signature and seal of a professional engineer and/or a land surveyor,
both registered in New York State, or a qualified land surveyor under
§ 7208, Subvision (n) of the Education Law.
(4)
A North arrow.
(5)
Standard title block.
(6)
Final plat, and plan/profiles shall show all facilities, which the
subdivision standards require. All lettering shall be neat and legible.
All sheets shall be 24 inches by 36 inches in size. When more than
one layout sheet is required all shall be the same size, each sheet
shall be numbered in sequence and an index sheet of the same size
shall be provided showing the entire subdivision to an appropriate
scale.
(7)
In addition to the required drawings, the following documents shall
be submitted as a part of the final submission.
(a)
An estimate of construction costs for the purpose of establishing
a financial security to cover the full cost of all required improvements
or a statement by the appropriate City representative certifying that
all improvements have been installed and approved.
(b)
Final design of bridges and stormwater facilities and the inclusion
of a stormwater management report.
(c)
Such other certificates, affidavits, endorsements or agreements
as may be required by the Board in the enforcement of this chapter,
including, but not limited to, zoning changes, variances, and special
use permits.
(d)
Submission of a draft copy of a developer's agreement,
if required by the Planning Board, identifying the special terms and
conditions of any approval at relating to inclusionary zoning or other
special amenities provided in the subdivision.
(e)
A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) consistent with
the requirements of City Code 200-A and with the terms of the preliminary
plan approval shall be required for Final Subdivision Plat Approval.
(8)
A narrative description of the conditions or requirements for approval
of the subdivision from the preliminary stage (if applicable). These
conditions or requirements, to the extent possible, are to be illustrated
on the final subdivision plat included with the application.
(9)
Further requirements. More detailed information may be required by
the Board as part of the final submission in special cases.
A.
The sketch plan submitted need not be based upon surveyed data, but
it should contain the following information:
(1)
A vicinity map showing the location of the land to be subdivided
and the boundaries of all tax parcels within 250 feet of the property.
(2)
The Tax Map sheet, block and lot numbers, as available from the City
Assessor's Office.
(3)
Information regarding all known restrictions on the use of land including
easements, covenants or zoning district classification.
(4)
A sketch showing the approximate area of the project that might constitute
constrained lands (wetlands, floodplains, steep slopes, etc.) and
the area that might be classified as developable lands.
(5)
A concept plan to indicate what utilities would be available to service
this subdivision.
(6)
An estimate of the number of lots and/or units that might be accommodated
within the projects.
B.
The preliminary application for a conservation subdivision shall
contain the following. A Completeness Checklist is in Appendix F.[1]
(2)
A conservation analysis as described in Article IV, § 241-12, Subsection (B)2, including a proposed conservation analysis map.
(a)
A schematic ("bubble") diagram showing which areas on the parcel
would be developed and where land would be protected as permanent
open space by a conservation easement. Such a diagram may, but need
not, locate specific house sites, lot lines, or road alignments.
(b)
Additional submission requirements available from the Planning
Department.
[1]
Editor's Note: Said appendix is included at the end of this chapter.
C.
The final application for a conservation subdivision shall contain
the following:
(2)
Proposed conservation easement(s) for the protection of permanent
open space land.
(3)
A clustered lot layout.
(4)
A final land-management plan for the permanent open space areas,
to be incorporated into the conservation easement and made enforceable
by the City.
(6)
All drawings must have a statement that they are for construction
and not just development approval.
(7)
Other submission requirements as specified by the Board.
