The purpose of site plan review is to determine whether
the proposed use, building, structure or use will conform to the revised
statutes, the Zoning Ordinance, the Land Subdivision Ordinance[1] and other applicable ordinances and requirements of the
Township. Site plan review shall work towards the development of an
aesthetically acceptable and well-ordered community serving the interest
of the public health, safety and general welfare of the Township residents.
Prior to the excavation, grading or clearing of land
for other than agricultural purposes or construction or issuance of
any permit by the Construction Official or Zoning Officer of the Township,
said construction or permit pertaining to any building, structure
or use within the Township, with the exception of a single-family
dwelling (in a residential zone), site plan approval for the proposed
grading, building, structure or use must be obtained and no certificate
of occupancy take place until and unless all construction and required
improvements shall have been completed in conformity with the approved
site plan.
All construction and improvements shall be in accordance with Article V, Design and Construction Standards, and Article VI, Improvements, of the Land Subdivision Ordinance.[2]