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Township of Radnor, PA
Delaware County
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For the purpose of having a subdivision or land development considered and approved by the Planning Commission or Board of Commissioners, the applicant shall file with the Township Engineer the following items as the initial submission, in addition to the required number of plans:
A. 
A signed subdivision and land development application.
B. 
A title report, including but not limited to a list of all encumbrances and, if appearing on record, the book and page numbers.
C. 
A statement setting forth in detail the character of the improvements the applicant proposes to make on the property to be developed, if known.
D. 
A development schedule indicating the approximate date when construction can be expected to begin and be completed, if known.
E. 
A copy of all restrictions, covenants and limitations, if any, under which lots are to be sold.
F. 
Appropriate evidence that the applicant is the owner or has an equitable interest in the property.
G. 
A statement concerning ownership of the applicant.
A sketch plan may be submitted by the applicant as a basis for informal discussion with the Planning Commission. Data furnished at this stage shall include the following information:
A. 
Site plan, showing:
(1) 
The name of the subdivision or land development.
(2) 
The name and address of the owner/applicant.
(3) 
The name and address of the engineer, surveyor, architect, landscape architect or planner responsible for the plan.
(4) 
Zoning requirements,[1] including:
(a) 
Applicable district and district boundaries.
(b) 
Maximum density permitted and proposed density, if applicable.
(c) 
Lot size and yard requirements.
(d) 
Required and/or proposed open space and impervious surface coverage ratios.
(e) 
Average slope.
(f) 
Any variances or special exceptions granted.
[1]
Editor's Note: See Ch. 280, Zoning.
(5) 
A location map showing the relation of the site to adjoining properties and streets, within 500 feet (scale: one inch equals 600 feet).
[Amended 6-28-1993 by Ord. No. 93-15]
(6) 
The North point.
(7) 
Written and graphic scales, including scale of location map.
(8) 
The total acreage of the site.
(9) 
The site boundaries.
(10) 
Boundaries of all adjoining properties (with names and addresses of landowners in the case of unplatted land).
[Amended 6-28-1993 by Ord. No. 93-15]
(11) 
Existing streets on and adjacent to the site with rights-of-way.
(12) 
Existing principal buildings, and their respective uses, and driveways on the adjacent peripheral strip; sewer lines, storm drains, culverts, bridges, utility easements, quarries, railroads and other significant man-made features within 500 feet of and within the site (this includes properties across streets).
(13) 
The proposed general street layout.
(14) 
The proposed general lot layout.
(15) 
The types of buildings proposed.
(16) 
The number of dwelling units proposed.
(17) 
Parking areas, with dimensions and number of parking spaces.
(18) 
Open space areas.
(19) 
Recreation areas.
B. 
Natural features map. This plan is required for all major subdivision and land development submissions. For minor subdivisions, the information below may be included on the site plan. The following information shall be indicated:
(1) 
Contour lines measured at intervals of two feet. Slopes may be determined by interpretation of United States Geological Survey maps at this stage.
(2) 
Floodplain areas.
(3) 
Floodplain soil areas.
(4) 
Steep slope areas.
(5) 
Forest areas.
(6) 
Streams.
(7) 
Lakes and ponds.
(8) 
Wetlands, where their potential presence is indicated by any one or more of the following: the National Wetlands Inventory Maps, as prepared by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service or any other governmental agency having jurisdiction; hydric soils or soils with hydric inclusions, as depicted in the Soil Survey of Chester and Delaware Counties and/or in the United States Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service (USDA SCS) Hydric Soils Lists; and the existence of hydrophytic vegetation or hydrologic conditions, as determined by on-site investigations. Upon review of the information submitted or the applicant's conclusion that no wetlands appear to exist on the site, the Township may indicate whether it concurs in these preliminary findings and whether it feels the applicant should undertake a wetlands delineation as part of the preliminary plan submission.
[Amended 6-26-1989 by Ord. No. 89-28; 10-15-1991 by Ord. No. 91-41]
A. 
Drafting standards.
(1) 
The plan shall be drawn at a scale of no less than one inch equals 100 feet.
(2) 
Dimensions shall be set in feet and decimal parts thereof; and bearings in degrees, minutes and seconds.
(3) 
Each sheet shall be numbered and shall show its relationship to the total number of sheets.
(4) 
Where any revision is made or when the plan is a revision of a previously approved plan, dotted lines shall be used to show features or locations to be abandoned and solid lines to show the currently proposed features. Notations of revisions shall be dated.
(5) 
The plan shall be so prepared and bear an adequate legend to indicate clearly which features are existing and which are proposed.
(6) 
The boundary line of the subdivision shall be shown as a solid heavy line.
(7) 
All plans and surveys shall be prepared in accordance with the Act of May 23, 1945 (P.L. 913, No. 367), known as the "Professional Engineers Registration Law."[1]
[Added 10-22-1990 by Ord. No. 90-49]
[1]
Editor's Note: See 63 P.S. § 148 et seq.
B. 
The preliminary plan shall show or be accompanied by the following information on individual sheets:
(1) 
Site plan, showing:
(a) 
The name of subdivision or land development.
(b) 
The name and address of owner/applicant.
(c) 
The name and address of the engineer, surveyor, architect or landscape architect responsible for the plan.
(d) 
Zoning requirements,[2] including:
[1] 
Applicable district and district boundaries.
[2] 
Maximum density permitted, if applicable.
[3] 
Lot size and yard requirements.
[4] 
Open space and impervious surface ratios, if applicable.
[5] 
Any variances or special exceptions granted.
[2]
Editor's Note: See Ch. 280, Zoning.
(e) 
Proposed standards:
[1] 
Density.
[2] 
Open space ratio.
[3] 
Impervious surfaces.
[4] 
Dwelling unit mix, if known.
[5] 
Size of units (in bedrooms), if known.
(f) 
Location map showing the relation of the site to adjoining properties and streets, within 500 feet (scale: one inch equals 600 feet).
[Amended 6-28-1993 by Ord. No. 93-15]
(g) 
The North point.
(h) 
Written and graphic scales, including a scale of location map.
(i) 
The total acreage of the site.
(j) 
A complete outline survey of the property to be subdivided or developed, showing all courses, distances, tie-ins to all adjacent intersections, and areas.
(k) 
The location of all existing monuments.
(l) 
Boundaries of all adjoining properties (with names and addresses of landowners in the case of unplatted land).
[Amended 6-28-1993 by Ord. No. 93-15]
(m) 
Existing streets and alleys on and adjacent to the site with rights-of-way.
(n) 
Existing principal buildings, and their respective uses, and driveways on the adjacent peripheral strip; sewer lines, storm drains, culverts, bridges, utility easements, quarries, railroads and other significant man-made features within 500 feet of and within the site (this includes properties across streets).
(o) 
The proposed layout:
[1] 
The layout and names of streets, including widths of cartways and rights-of-way; and recommended improvements pursuant to Subsection B(5)(d)[6] below.
[2] 
The layout and approximate dimensions, areas and uses of lots; buildings setback lines and rear and side yard lines.
[3] 
The arrangement and use of buildings and parking areas in nonresidential developments and multifamily residential developments with all necessary dimensions and number of parking spaces. Elevations and perspective sketches of proposed buildings are encouraged.
[4] 
Open space areas and indication as to whether offered for dedication.
[5] 
Recreational facilities.
[6] 
Rights-of-way and/or easements for all drainage facilities, utilities or other purposes.
[7] 
Sidewalks and pedestrian paths.
[8] 
Streetlights.
[9] 
Fire hydrants.
[10] 
Monuments.
[11] 
Water mains.
[12] 
Driveway locations.
[13] 
Locations of private sewer systems, if applicable.
(2) 
Soil map, showing:
(a) 
Soil types within the site, based on maps contained in the Soil Survey of Chester and Delaware Counties, Pennsylvania, United States Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service, 1959, as amended. An attached table shall indicate each soil's limitations for community development.
(b) 
Contour lines measured at vertical intervals of two feet. Such elevations shall be determined by on-site survey, not interpretation of United States Geological Survey maps.
(c) 
Datum to which contour lines refer. Where practicable, data shall refer to established elevations.
(d) 
Floodplain areas.
(e) 
Base flood elevation data as defined in Chapter 280, Zoning, if available. If unavailable, the base flood elevation shall be established as a point on the boundary of the Floodplain Conservation District, as defined and delineated in Chapter 280, Zoning.
(f) 
Floodplain soil areas.
(g) 
Steep slope areas.
(3) 
Vegetation map, showing:
(a) 
Forest areas.
(b) 
Large trees over six inches in caliper.
[Amended 6-28-1993 by Ord. No. 93-15]
(c) 
Other significant vegetation.
(4) 
Water resources map, showing:
(a) 
Streams.
(b) 
Swales.
(c) 
Lakes and ponds.
(d) 
Wetlands, where their potential presence is indicated by any one or more of the following: the National Wetlands Inventory Maps, as prepared by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service or any other governmental agency having jurisdiction; hydric soils or soils with hydric inclusions, as depicted in the soil survey of Chester and Delaware Counties and/or in the USDA SCS Hydric Soils Lists; and the existence of hydrophytic vegetation or hydrologic conditions, as determined by on-site investigations performed in accordance with the Federal Manual for Identifying and Delineating Jurisdictional Wetlands, dated January 10, 1989, as later amended.
[Amended 10-15-1991 by Ord. No. 91-41]
[1] 
If, after examination of the site, a qualified professional selected by the applicant determines that wetlands are not located on the site, the following note must appear on the plan: "This site has been examined by a qualified professional in accordance with the Federal Manual for Identifying and Delineating Jurisdictional Wetlands, dated January 10, 1989, as later amended, and no wetlands were found to exist." In addition, a written statement of the qualifications of the professional who examined the site shall accompany the submission.
[2] 
Should the existence of wetlands be shown by one or more of the indicators cited above, a wetlands delineation in accordance with theFederal Manual for Identifying and Delineating Jurisdictional Wetlands, dated January 10, 1989, as later amended, shall be performed by a licensed professional engineer, hydrogeologist, soil scientist or similarly qualified professional experienced in wetlands ecology, selected by the applicant. Plans shall be submitted to the Township for review; such plans shall show the delineation and any disturbance of wetlands anticipated. The qualifications of the consultant performing the delineation shall be submitted with such plans.
[3] 
Should the Township Engineer dispute the delineation submitted by the applicant:
[a] 
The applicant and the Township may select a mutually acceptable, qualified professional to reexamine the site for boundary confirmation or readjustment. All costs for such work shall be borne by the applicant. The Township shall, at no time, be held accountable for any additional boundary modifications imposed by state or federal agencies. If either party is dissatisfied with the wetlands boundary as confirmed or adjusted through this procedure, it shall have the right to appeal those findings to the appropriate regulatory agency, including the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources or the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, for final determination.
[b] 
As an alternative to the procedure described in Subsection B(4)(d)[3][a] above, the applicant may appeal the Township Engineer's findings directly to the appropriate regulatory agency, including the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources or the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, for boundary confirmation.
[4] 
Should the Township conclude, on the basis of the criteria cited above, that wetlands exist on the site, contrary to the applicant's findings:
[a] 
The Township and the applicant may select a mutually acceptable, qualified professional to reexamine the site, using the above criteria, to determine if wetlands exist. All costs for such work shall be borne by the applicant. The Township shall, at no time, be held accountable for any wetlands found to exist by any state or federal agencies.
[b] 
As an alternative to the procedure described in Subsection B(4)(d)[4][a] above, the Township may, at its discretion, request that either the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources or the United States Fish and Wildlife Service verify the existence of wetlands. In the event that such agency or agencies verify the existence of wetlands, the applicant shall be required to perform a delineation in accordance with the requirements of Subsection B(4)(d)[2] above and secure any required wetlands permits or waivers pursuant thereto in accordance with the requirements of Subsection B(4)(d)[5] below.
[5] 
Unless it is clearly evident in the plans submitted by the applicant and/or through any field review by the Township Engineer that no disturbance to the designated wetlands is anticipated, the accepted delineation shall be submitted to the appropriate regulatory agencies, including but not limited to the United States Army Corps of Engineers and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources, for requisite wetlands permits or waivers pursuant thereto. All potential impacts on wetlands shall conform to applicable regulations, as amended.
(5) 
[3]Transportation impact study.
(a) 
A transportation impact study shall be undertaken for all major subdivisions and land developments as defined in Subsection B(5)(c) below. This study will enable the Township to assess the impact of a proposed development on the local transportation system. Its purpose is to ensure that proposed developments do not adversely affect the transportation network and to identify any traffic problems associated with access from the site to the existing transportation network. The study's purpose is also to delineate solutions to potential problems and to present improvements to be incorporated into the proposed development. The study shall assist in the protection of air quality, the conservation of energy and the encouragement of public transportation.
(b) 
In accordance with the requirements of the Township, the traffic impact study shall be prepared by a qualified traffic engineer with previous traffic study experience. The procedures and standards for the traffic impact study are set forth in Subsection B(5)(d) below.
(c) 
Subdivisions and land developments that require a transportation impact study.
[1] 
A transportation impact study shall be required for all subdivisions and land developments that meet one or more of the following criteria:
[a] 
Residential: a development consisting of 50 or more dwelling units.
[Amended 10-22-1990 by Ord. No. 90-49]
[b] 
Commercial: a commercial building or buildings consisting of 50,000 square feet or more of gross leasable floor space.
[c] 
Office: a development consisting of 50,000 square feet or more of gross leasable floor space.
[d] 
Industrial: a development consisting of 50,000 square feet or more of gross leasable floor space.
[e] 
Institutional: all developments.
[2] 
The Board of Commissioners, at its discretion, may request the preparation of a traffic impact study for any other subdivision or land development.
(d) 
The transportation impact study shall contain, but not be limited to, the following information:
[1] 
General site description. The site description shall include the size, location, proposed land uses, construction staging and completion date of the proposed land development. If the development is residential, types of dwelling units and number of bedrooms shall also be included. A brief description of other major existing and proposed land developments within the study area shall be provided. The general site description shall also include probable socioeconomic characteristics of potential site users to the extent that they may affect the transportation needs of the site (i.e., the number of senior citizens).
[2] 
Transportation facilities description.
[a] 
The description shall contain a full documentation of the proposed internal and existing external transportation system. This description shall include proposed internal vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian circulation, all proposed ingress and egress locations, all internal roadway width and rights-of-way, parking conditions, traffic channelizations and any traffic signals or other intersection control devices within the site. The site design shall be shown to maximize potential public transportation usage to and from the development, such as providing adequate turning radii at all access points to allow a bus to enter the development. Bus shelter and sign locations shall be designated where appropriate.
[b] 
The report shall describe the entire external roadway system within the study area. Major intersections in the study area shall be identified and sketched. All existing and proposed public transportation services and facilities within a one-mile radius of the site shall also be documented. All future highway improvements, including proposed construction and traffic signalization, shall be noted. This information shall be obtained from the 12-Year Highway Capital Program for the Delaware Valley Region, the Radnor Township Comprehensive Plan and from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Any proposed roadway improvements resulting from proposed surrounding developments shall also be recorded.
[3] 
Existing traffic conditions. Existing traffic conditions shall be measured and documented for all streets and intersections in the study area. Traffic volumes shall be recorded for existing average daily traffic, existing peak-hour traffic and for the subdivision's peak-hour traffic. Complete traffic counts at all major intersections in the study area shall be conducted, encompassing the peak highway and development-generated hour(s), and documentation shall be included in the report. A volume capacity analysis based upon existing volumes shall be performed during the peak hour(s) and the peak development-generated hour(s) for all roadways and major intersections in the study area. Levels of service shall be determined for each location. This analysis will determine the adequacy of the existing roadway system to serve the current traffic demand. Roadways and/or intersections experiencing Levels of Service E or F shall be noted as congestion locations.
[4] 
Transportation impact of the development. Estimation of vehicular trips to result from the proposal shall be completed for both the street system and the development-generated peak hours(s). Vehicular trip generation rates to be used for this calculation shall be obtained from the Trip Generation Rates Table, below.[4] These development-generated traffic volumes shall be provided for the inbound and outbound traffic movements as estimated. The reference source(s) and methodology followed shall be cited. These generated volumes shall be distributed to the study area and assigned to the existing streets and intersections throughout the study area. Documentation of all assumptions used in the distribution and assignment phase shall be provided. Traffic volumes shall be assigned to all access points. Pedestrian volumes shall also be calculated, if applicable. If school crossings are to be used, pedestrian volumes shall be assigned to each crossing. Any characteristics of the site that will cause unusual trip generation rates and/or traffic flows shall be noted.
[4]
Editor's Note: The Trip Generation Rate Table is included at the end of this chapter.
[5] 
Analysis of transportation impact. The total future traffic demand based on full occupancy of the proposed subdivision or land development shall be calculated. This demand shall consist of the combination of the existing traffic expanded to the completion year, the development generated traffic and the traffic generated by other proposed developments in the study area. A volume/capacity analysis shall also be conducted using the total future demand and the future roadway capacity. If staging of the proposed development is anticipated, calculations for each stage of completion shall be made. This analysis shall be performed using the peak highway hour(s) and peak development-generated hour(s) for all streets and major intersections in the study area. Volume/capacity calculations shall be completed for all major intersections. All access points and pedestrian crossings shall be examined as to the feasibility of installing traffic signals. This evaluation shall compare the projected traffic and pedestrian volumes to the warrants for traffic signal installation. Levels of service for all streets and intersections shall be listed.
[6] 
Conclusions and recommended improvements.
[a] 
All streets and/or intersections showing a Level of Service below C shall be considered deficient, and specific recommendations for the elimination of these problems shall be listed. This listing of recommended improvements shall include, but not be limited to, the following elements: internal circulation design, site access location and design, external street and intersection design and improvements and traffic signal installation and operation, including signal timing and transit-design improvements.
[b] 
Existing and/or future public transportation service shall also be addressed. A listing of all actions to be undertaken to increase present public transportation usage and improve service, if applicable, shall be included.
[c] 
The listing of recommended improvements for both streets and transit shall include, for each improvement, the party responsible for the improvement, the cost and funding of the improvement and the completion date for the improvement.
[d] 
The Planning Commission shall review the transportation impact study to analyze its adequacy in solving any traffic problems that will occur due to the land development or subdivision and make recommendations to the Board of Commissioners.
[e] 
The Board of Commissioners may decide that certain improvements contained in the study on or adjacent to the site are required for preliminary plan approval and, if acceptable to the applicant, may attach these conditions to the preliminary approval.
[f] 
The improvement plans shall not be submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation until such plans are approved by the Board of Commissioners. This submittal to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation shall be accompanied by comments of the Planning Commission and the Delaware County Planning Commission.
[3]
Editor's Note: Former § 120-20B(5), (6), (7) and (8), which immediately preceded this section, was repealed 5-28-1985 by Ord. No. 85-13.
(6) 
Acknowledgments.
(a) 
A letter indicating the availability of public sanitary sewer facilities from the appropriate utility, if applicable.
(b) 
A letter indicating the availability of central water supply from the appropriate utility, if applicable.
A. 
Drafting standards.
(1) 
The plan shall be drawn at a scale of no less than one inch equals 100 feet.
(2) 
Dimensions shall be set in feet and decimal parts thereof; and bearings in degrees, minutes and seconds.
(3) 
Each sheet shall be numbered and shall show its relationship to the total number of sheets.
(4) 
Where any revision is made or when the plan is a revision of a previously approved plan, notations of revisions shall be dated.
(5) 
The boundary line of the subdivision or land development shall be shown as a solid heavy line.
(6) 
Final plans shall be on a sheet having a minimum size of 18 inches by 30 inches and a maximum size of 24 inches by 34 inches, and all lettering shall be so drawn as to be legible if the plan should be reduced to half size.
(7) 
All plans and surveys shall be prepared in accordance with the Act of May 23, 1945 (P.L. 913, No. 367), known as the "Professional Engineers Registration Law."[1]
[Added 10-22-1990 by Ord. No. 90-49]
[1]
Editor's Note: See 63 P.S. § 148 et seq.
B. 
The final plan shall show or be accompanied by the following information on individual sheets:
(1) 
Site plan showing:
(a) 
The name of the subdivision or land development, including the address, if available.
[Amended 10-22-1990 by Ord. No. 90-49]
(b) 
The name and address of the owner/applicant.
(c) 
The name, address and seal of the engineer or surveyor responsible for the plan.
(d) 
Zoning requirements,[2] including:
[1] 
Applicable district and district boundaries.
[2] 
Maximum density permitted, if applicable.
[3] 
Lot size and setback requirements.
[4] 
Applicable open space and impervious surface ratios.
[5] 
Any variances or special exceptions granted.
[2]
Editor's Note: See Ch. 280, Zoning.
(e) 
Proposed standards:
[1] 
Density.
[2] 
Open space ratio.
[3] 
Impervious surfaces.
[4] 
Dwelling unit mix, if known.
[5] 
Size of units (in bedrooms), if known.
(f) 
A location map showing the relation of the site to adjoining properties and streets within 500 feet (scale: one inch equals 600 feet).
[Amended 5-27-1997 by Ord. No. 97-13]
(g) 
The North point.
(h) 
Written and graphic scales (including the scale of location map).
(i) 
The total acreage of the site.
(j) 
A complete outline survey of the property to be subdivided or developed, showing all courses, distances, tie-ins to all adjacent intersections and areas.
(k) 
The location of all existing monuments.
(l) 
Boundaries in all adjoining properties (with names and addresses of landowners in the case of unplatted land).
[Amended 6-28-1993 by Ord. No. 93-15]
(m) 
Existing streets and alleys on and adjacent to the site with ultimate rights-of-way.
(n) 
Existing principal buildings (and their respective uses) and driveways on the adjacent peripheral strip; sewer lines, storm drains, culverts, bridges, utility easements, quarries, railroads and other significant man-made features within 500 feet of and within the site. (This includes properties across streets.)
(o) 
The proposed layout:
[1] 
The layout and names of streets, including widths of cartways and rights-of-ways; and recommended improvements pursuant to § 255-20B(5)(d)[6].
[2] 
The lot layout with exact dimensions, areas and uses of lots; building setback lines and rear and side yard lines.
[3] 
The arrangement and use of buildings and parking areas in nonresidential developments and multifamily developments with all necessary dimensions and number of parking spaces. Elevations and perspective sketches of proposed buildings are encouraged.
[4] 
Open space areas and indication as to whether offered for dedication.
[5] 
Recreational facilities.
[6] 
Rights-of-way and/or easements for all drainage facilities, utilities or other purposes.
[7] 
Sidewalks and pedestrian paths.
[8] 
Streetlights, in accordance with a streetlight plan, approved by the Philadelphia Electric Company.
[9] 
Fire hydrants.
[10] 
Monuments.
[11] 
Water mains.
[12] 
Driveway locations.
[13] 
Locations of private sewer systems, if applicable.
(p) 
Where the final plan covers only a portion of the applicant's entire tract, a sketch plan shall be submitted of the prospective street layout for the remainder of the site.
(2) 
Sedimentation and erosion control plan pursuant to Chapter 175, Grading, Excavations and Fills.
(3) 
Sewer plan, showing:
(a) 
Public sanitary sewer facilities, if applicable.
(b) 
Central water supply facilities, if applicable.
(4) 
Landscaping and grading plan, showing:
(a) 
Existing and proposed grades for the entire site.
(b) 
Existing vegetation to be removed.
(c) 
Existing vegetation to be preserved.
(d) 
Proposed planting schedule indicating the locations, species and sizes of plantings as required by §§ 255-29B, 255-38 and 255-42.
(e) 
Wetlands, as delineated in accordance with the requirements of § 255-20B(4)(d) above.
[Added 10-15-1991 by Ord. No. 91-41]
[1] 
Where it is determined, in accordance with the terms of that subsection, that no wetlands exist on the site, a note to that effect shall appear on the site plan.
[2] 
Where wetlands exist and disturbance permits and/or mitigation activities are required, final plan approval or granting of applicable permits from the Township shall be conditioned upon the applicant receiving all necessary wetlands permits or waivers pursuant thereto and/or the approval of the Township Engineer.
(5) 
Improvement construction plan (drainage and construction) prepared by an engineer. The improvement construction plan shall be at a horizontal scale on the plan and profile of 40 feet to the inch and at a vertical scale on the profile of four feet to the inch. It shall show the following:
(a) 
Horizontal plan (streets):
[1] 
Center line with bearings, distances, curve data and stations corresponding to the profile.
[2] 
Right-of-way and curblines with radii at intersections.
[3] 
Beginning and end of proposed construction.
[4] 
Tie-ins by courses and distances to intersections of all public streets, with their names and widths.
[5] 
Location of all proposed monuments with reference to them.
[6] 
Property lines and ownership of abutting properties.
[7] 
Location and size of all drainage structures, sidewalks, public utilities, lighting standards, street trees and street name signs.
(b) 
Profile (streets):
[1] 
Profile of existing ground surface along center line and both right-of-way lines of streets.
[2] 
Proposed center-line grade, with percent on tangents and elevations at fifty-foot intervals, grade intersections and either end of curb radii.
[3] 
Vertical curve data, including length, tangent, elevations and minimum sight distance, as required in Article V.
(c) 
Cross-section (streets):
[1] 
Right-of-way width and location and width of paving.
[2] 
Type, thickness and crown of paving.
[3] 
Type and size of curb and size of concrete chair under joints.
[4] 
Grading of sidewalk area.
[5] 
Location, width, type and thickness of sidewalks.
[6] 
Typical location of sewers and utilities with sizes.
(d) 
Horizontal plan (storm drains and sanitary sewers):
[1] 
Location and size of line with stations corresponding to the profile.
[2] 
Location of manholes or inlets with grade between and elevation of flow line and top of each manhole or inlet.
[3] 
Property lines and ownership, with details of easements where required.
[4] 
Beginning and end of proposed construction.
[5] 
Location of laterals and Y's.
[6] 
Location of all other drainage facilities and public utilities in the vicinity of storm and/or sanitary sewer lines.
[7] 
Hydraulic design data for culverts and/or bridge structures.
(e) 
Profile (storm drains and sanitary sewers):
[1] 
Profile of existing ground surface with elevations at top of manholes or inlets.
[2] 
Profile of storm drain or sewer showing type and size of pipe, grade, cradle, manhole and inlet locations.
(6) 
Management information: a formal contract for maintenance of open space and/or private streets and method of management and maintenance, if applicable.
(7) 
Planning modules for land development, as required by Chapter 71 of the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act, as amended.[3]
[3]
Editor's Note: See 35 P.S. § 750.1 et seq.
(8) 
Acknowledgments:
(a) 
All offers of dedication and covenants governing the reservation and maintenance of undedicated open space, bearing certificate of approval of the Township Solicitor.
(b) 
Such private deed restrictions, including building setback lines, as may be imposed upon the property as a condition of sale, together with a statement of any restrictions previously imposed which may affect the title to the land being subdivided.
(c) 
Agreement for any street not offered for dedication.
(d) 
All required permits and related documentation from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources where any alteration or relocation of a stream or watercourse is proposed.
(e) 
Highways occupancy permits or documentation indicating that such permits are available to the applicant from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, if applicable.
(f) 
A written agreement, pursuant to § 255-66.
A. 
Drafting standards.
(1) 
The plan shall be drawn at a scale of no less than one inch equals 100 feet.
(2) 
Dimensions shall be in feet and decimal parts thereof; and bearings in degrees, minutes and seconds.
(3) 
The boundary line of the subdivision shall be shown as a solid heavy line.
(4) 
Plans shall be on sheets having a minimum size of 18 inches by 30 inches and a maximum size of 24 inches by 34 inches, and all lettering shall be so drawn as to be legible if the plans should be reduced to half size.
(5) 
All plans and surveys shall be prepared in accordance with the Act of May 23, 1945 (P.L. 913, No. 367), known as the "Professional Engineers Registration Law."[1]
[Added 10-22-1990 by Ord. No. 90-49]
[1]
Editor's Note: See 63 P.S. § 148 et seq.
(6) 
Each sheet shall be numbered.
[Added 6-28-1993 by Ord. No. 93-15]
B. 
The minor subdivision plan shall show or be accompanied by the following information:
(1) 
Site plan, showing:
[Amended 4-9-1984 by Ord. No. 84-09]
(a) 
The name of the subdivision or land development, including the address if available.
[Amended 10-22-1990 by Ord. No. 90-49]
(b) 
The name and address of the owner/applicant.
(c) 
The name, address and seal of the engineer or surveyor responsible for the plan.
(d) 
Zoning requirements,[2] including:
[1] 
Applicable district and district boundaries.
[2] 
Maximum density permitted and proposed density, if applicable.
[3] 
Lot size and yard requirements.
[4] 
Required and proposed open space and impervious surface ratios, if applicable.
[5] 
Any variances or special exceptions granted.
[6] 
Any calculated floodplain areas.
[7] 
Any steep slope areas.
[2]
Editor's Note: See Ch. 280, Zoning.
(e) 
A location map showing relation of site to adjoining properties and streets within 500 feet (scale: one inch equals 600 feet).
[Amended 6-28-1993 by Ord. No. 93-15]
(f) 
The North point.
(g) 
Written and graphic scales (including scale of location map).
(h) 
Wetlands delineated by an accredited consultant, and said delineation, unless waived by the Radnor Township Board of Commissioners, shall be approved by the Army Corps of Engineers.
[Amended 6-26-1989 by Ord. No. 89-28]
(i) 
Site boundaries.
(j) 
Boundaries of all adjoining properties (with names and addresses of landowners in the case of unplatted land).
[Amended 6-28-1993 by Ord. No. 93-15]
(k) 
Existing principal buildings (and their respective uses) and driveways on the adjacent peripheral strip. Sewer lines, storm drains, culverts, bridges, utility easements, quarries, railroads and other significant man-made features within 500 feet of and within the site (this includes properties across streets).
(l) 
A lot layout, with exact dimensions, areas and uses of lots, building setback lines and rear and side yard lines.
(m) 
The types of buildings proposed, if any.
(n) 
The number of units proposed.
(o) 
Open space areas, if any.
(p) 
Contour lines measured at vertical intervals of two feet. Such elevations shall be determined by on-site survey, not interpolation of United States Government Survey maps. In the case of relatively flat or level areas, a lesser interval may be required.
(q) 
Datum to which contour lines refer. Where practicable, data shall refer to established elevations.
(r) 
Large trees over six inches in caliper.
[Added 6-28-1993 by Ord. No. 93-15]
(2) 
Management information: A formal contract for maintenance of open space and/or private streets and method of management and maintenance, if applicable.
(3) 
Planning modules for land development as required by Chapter 71 of the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act, as amended.[3]
[3]
Editor's Note: See 35 P.S. § 750.1 et seq.
(4) 
Acknowledgments.
(a) 
All offers of dedication and covenants governing the reservation and maintenance of undedicated open space, bearing certificate of approval of the Township Solicitor.
(b) 
Such private deed restrictions, including building setback lines, as may be imposed upon the property as a condition of sale, together with a statement of any restrictions previously imposed which may affect the title to the land being subdivided.
(c) 
All required permits and related documentation from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources where any alteration or relocation of a stream or watercourse is proposed.
(d) 
Highway occupancy permits or documentation indicating that such permits are available to the applicant from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, if applicable.
(e) 
A written agreement pursuant to § 255-66.
(5) 
Wetlands, as delineated in accordance with the requirements of § 255-20B(4)(d) above.
[Added 10-15-1991 by Ord. No. 91-41]
(a) 
Where it is determined, in accordance with the terms of that subsection, that no wetlands exist on the site, a note to that effect shall appear on the site plan.
(b) 
Where wetlands exist and disturbance permits and/or mitigation activities are required, final plan approval or granting of applicable permits from the Township shall be conditioned upon the applicant receiving all necessary wetlands permits or waivers pursuant thereto and/or the approval of the Township Engineer.
(6) 
Improvement construction plan in accordance with § 255-21B(5).
[Added 6-28-1993 by Ord. No. 93-15]
A. 
The record plan shall be a clear and legible blue or black line print and shall be an exact copy of the approved plan on a sheet of the size required for final plans.
B. 
The following information shall appear on the record plan, in addition to the information required in §§ 255-21 and 255-22 for the final plan:
(1) 
Seals:
(a) 
The impressed seal of the engineer or surveyor who prepared the plan.
(b) 
The impressed corporate seal, if the subdivider is a corporation.
(c) 
The impressed seal of a notary public or other qualified officer acknowledging the owner's statement of intent.
(d) 
The impressed seal of the Delaware County Planning Commission.
(2) 
Acknowledgments.
(a) 
A statement to the effect that the applicant is the owner of the land proposed to be subdivided and that the subdivision shown on the final plan is made with his or their free consent and that it is desired to record the same.
(b) 
An acknowledgment of said statement before an officer authorized to take acknowledgments.
(c) 
A signed title block, if private sanitary sewer systems are proposed, as follows:
Observations of deep test holes as described in the planning module for land development and percolation tests on all lots have been performed by an approved sewage enforcement officer and it has been determined that all lots are suitable for _______________________ type sewage disposal system(s) under current rules and regulations. Permits for the construction of each individual sewage disposal system on each lot must be obtained prior to the commencement of construction of the system and/or buildings.
Date
Signature, Sewage Enforcement Officer
(3) 
The following signatures shall be placed on the plan in ink:
(a) 
The signatures of the owner or owners of the land. If the owner of the land is a corporation, the signatures of the president and secretary of the corporation shall appear.
(b) 
The signature of the notary public or other qualified officer, acknowledging the owner's statement of intent.
(c) 
The signature of the engineer or surveyor who prepared the plan.
(d) 
The signature of the Director of Public Works.
(e) 
The signature of the Zoning Officer.
(f) 
The signature of the Township Engineer.
(g) 
The signatures of the President and the Secretary of the Board of Commissioners.