The documents to be submitted are intended to provide sufficient information
and data to assure compliance with all municipal codes and specifications
and ensure that the proposed subdivision meets the design and improvement
standards contained in this chapter. The specification of documents to be
submitted is based on the type of subdivision and stage of application.
A.
A rough scaled sketch plan shall be drawn on paper or
other suitable material at a standard scale of not more than 200 feet to one
inch. It shall show the following information:
(1)
The name of the proposal, including the name, address
of the subdivider(s) and a written and a clear statement of the applicant's
intent.
(2)
The North point, graphic scale, date and general location
map.
(3)
If the applicant intends to develop the tract in stages,
the entire tract shall nevertheless be included. All other lands contiguous
to the proposal owned by the applicant shall be shown on the map with the
approximate acreage.
(4)
Ground contours for the parcel and parcels adjacent to
and within 200 feet of the tract to be subdivided at intervals of not more
than 10 feet of elevation and all pertinent topographic features within the
site and the adjoining tract, including existing and proposed buildings, environmental
features such as steep slopes, watercourses, waterbodies, wetlands and wooded
areas. Features to be retained or those to be removed should be so indicated.
(5)
The approximate lines of proposed streets, lots and recreation
areas or other permanent open space, the location of other municipal boundaries
adjacent to the project and an indication of location of existing and proposed
utilities.
(6)
An indication of the zoning of the tract and any other
local restrictions of use.
(7)
The proposal's relationship to all local plans,
including the Town Master Plan, Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan and any
other related plan.
(8)
The general conditions of the entire site proposed for
subdivision or its location with respect to a floodway or floodplain.
B.
Any of these specifications can be waived by the Town
Board or its designee.
The following information shall be required for all plat submissions:
A.
The name of the proposal, name and address of the subdivider
and professional advisors, including license numbers and seals, and a written,
clear statement of the subdivider's intent.
B.
A map of the property, prepared by a professional engineer
licensed in New York State, drawn to scale on paper or other suitable material
at a scale of one inch to 50 feet, one inch to 100 feet or one inch to 200
feet, showing:
(1)
The scale, north arrow and general location map.
(2)
Subdivision boundaries.
(3)
Contiguous properties and names of owners.
(4)
Existing and proposed roads, sidewalks, utilities, structures,
drainage systems and drainageways.
(5)
Watercourses, marshes or other wetlands, floodplains,
wooded areas, public facilities and other significant physical features on
or near the site.
(6)
The proposed pattern of the lots, including lot widths
and depths, road layout, open space, drainage, water supply and sewage disposal
facilities. Calculations for utility designs must be prepared by a New York
State licensed professional engineer.
(7)
Proposed alterations of the existing topography.
(8)
Integration to the New York State Plane Coordinate System.
(9)
A complete environmental assessment form (long or short
form, as appropriate).
(10)
The acreage of the parcel to the nearest tenth acre.
(11)
The date of the original and all revisions.
C.
If the subdivider intends to develop the tract in stages,
the entire tract shall nevertheless be included. All other lands contiguous
to the proposal owned by the subdivider shall be shown on the map with the
approximate acreage.
D.
Ground contours for the parcel and parcels adjacent to
and within 200 feet of the tract to be subdivided at intervals of not more
than 10 feet of elevation and all pertinent topographic features within the
site and the adjoining tract, including existing and proposed buildings, environmental
features such as steep slopes, watercourses, waterbodies, wetlands and wooded
areas. Features to be retained or those to be removed should be so indicated.
E.
A copy of the Tax Map(s).
F.
Existing restrictions on the use of land, including easements,
covenants and zoning requirements.
G.
The total acreage of the subdivision and the number of
lots proposed.
H.
The building types, approximate size and cost.
I.
Appropriate signature blocks for required approvals and
listing of necessary permits.
J.
The proposal's relationship to all local plans,
including the Comprehensive Plan, local area plans, Local Waterfront Revitalization
Plan and any other appropriate local plan.
K.
The location of suitable monuments to be placed at block
corners or other necessary points as required by the Town Board.
The following shall be submitted with all applications for approval
of a final plat for a minor subdivision:
A.
One copy of the plat to be submitted to the County Clerk,
drawn with ink on appropriate material, plus two paper copies.
C.
Data acceptable to the Town Board to readily determine
the location, bearing and length of every road line, lot line and boundary
line, sufficient to allow for the reproduction of such lines on the ground.
D.
A statement that all on-site sanitation water supply
facilities shall be designed to meet the specifications of the State Department
of Health.
E.
A copy of any covenants or deed restrictions that are
intended to cover all or part of the tract.
F.
Any additional information which is deemed necessary
by the Town Board.
G.
Any required fees.
H.
A stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) consistent with the requirements of Chapter 73, Stormwater Management, of the Code of the Town of Tonawanda, if applicable. The SWPPP shall meet the performance and design criteria and standards in § 73-9 of the Code of the Town of Tonawanda. The approved final plat shall be consistent with the provisions of Chapter 73 of the Code of the Town of Tonawanda.
[Added 11-19-2007 by L.L. No. 11-2007[1]]
[1]
Editor's Note: This local law provided that it shall be effective
on the first day of January after it shall have been adopted and filed with
the office of the Secretary of State. Said local law was filed 11-23-2007.
The following shall be submitted with all applications for approval
of a preliminary plat for a major subdivision:
A.
Five copies of the plat map, drawn to scale. The map
scale shall be one inch to 100 feet, unless otherwise specified by the Town
Board.
C.
All parcels of land proposed to be dedicated to public
use and the conditions of such use.
D.
Grading, erosion control and landscaping plans.
E.
The width and location of any roads or public ways and
the width, location, grades and road profiles of all roads or public ways
proposed by the developer.
F.
The approximate location and size of all proposed waterlines,
hydrants and sewer lines, showing connection to existing lines.
G.
The drainage plan, indicating profiles of lines or ditches
and drainage easements on adjoining properties.
H.
Plans and cross sections showing sidewalks, road lighting,
roadside trees, curbs, water mains, sanitary sewers and storm drains; the
character, width and depth of pavements and subbase; and the location of any
underground cables.
I.
Preliminary designs for any bridges or culverts.
J.
The proposed lot lines with approximate dimensions and
area of each lot.
K.
An actual field survey of the boundary lines of the tract,
based on the New York State Plane Coordinate System, giving complete description
by bearings and distances, made and certified by a licensed surveyor. The
corners of the tract shall also be marked by monuments of such size and type
as approved by the Town Engineer shown on the plat.
L.
A copy of all covenants or deed restrictions intended
to cover all or part of the tract.
M.
A draft environmental impact statement, if required.
N.
Where the preliminary plat submitted covers only a part
of the subdivider's entire holding, a sketch of the prospective future
road and drainage system of the unsubdivided portion.
O.
Any additional information as deemed necessary by the
Town Board.
P.
Any required fees.
Q.
A stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) consistent with the requirements of Chapter 73, Stormwater Management, of the Code of the Town of Tonawanda, if applicable. The SWPPP shall meet the performance and design criteria and standards in § 73-9 of the Code of the Town of Tonawanda. The approved final plat shall be consistent with the provisions of Chapter 73 of the Code of the Town of Tonawanda.
[Added 11-19-2007 by L.L. No. 11-2007[1]]
[1]
Editor's Note: This local law provided that it shall be effective
on the first day of January after it shall have been adopted and filed with
the office of the Secretary of State. Said local law was filed 11-23-2007.
The following shall be submitted with all applications for approval
of a final plat for a major subdivision:
A.
One copy of the plat to be submitted to the County Clerk,
drawn with ink on suitable material, plus two paper copies. The map scale
shall be one inch to 100 feet, unless otherwise specified by the Town Board.
B.
Proposed subdivision name and the name of the town and
county; the names and addresses of the record owner and subdivider; and the
name, address, license number and seal of the surveyor and/or engineer.
C.
The road lines and proposed street names, pedestrianways,
lots, easements and areas to be dedicated to public use.
D.
Data acceptable to the Town Board to readily determine
the location, bearing and length of every road line, lot line and boundary
line, sufficient to allow for the reproduction of such lines on the ground.
E.
The length and bearing of all straight lines, radii,
arc lengths and central angles of all curves. Tangent bearings shall be given
for each road. All dimensions of the lines of each lot shall also be given.
The plat shall show the boundaries of the property, locations, graphic scale
and true North point.
F.
All offers of cession and any covenants governing the
maintenance of unceded open space shall bear the certificate of approval of
the Town Attorney as to their legal sufficiency.
G.
Permanent reference monuments shall be shown and constructed
in accordance with Town Board specifications.
H.
Approval of the State Health Department of water supply
systems proposed or installed. Approval of the Erie County Department of Environment
and Planning and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
or the New York State Department of Health, as appropriate, for sewage disposal
systems proposed or installed.
I.
An accepted environmental impact statement, if required.
J.
Construction drawings, including plans, profiles and
typical cross sections, as required, showing the proposed location, size and
type of roads, sidewalks, road lighting standards, roadside trees, curbs,
water mains, sanitary sewer or septic systems, storm drains or ditches, all
other pipelines, pavements, subbase and other facilities.
K.
Evidence of the legal ownership of the property.
L.
Existing and proposed deed restrictions, in form for
recording.
M.
Any other data such as certificates, affidavits, endorsements
or other agreements as may be required by the Town Board.
N.
A stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) consistent with the requirements of Chapter 73, Stormwater Management, of the Code of the Town of Tonawanda, if applicable. The SWPPP shall meet the performance and design criteria and standards in § 73-9 of the Code of the Town of Tonawanda. The approved final plat shall be consistent with the provisions of Chapter 73 of the Code of the Town of Tonawanda.
[Added 11-19-2007 by L.L. No. 11-2007[1]]
[1]
Editor's Note: This local law provided that it shall be effective
on the first day of January after it shall have been adopted and filed with
the office of the Secretary of State. Said local law was filed 11-23-2007.
When an application concerns a subdivision of uncomplicated nature,
such as a small subdivision along an existing road that requires no installation
of public facilities, the Town Board may waive certain submission requirements.
