[Added 3-17-1999 by Ord. No. 169; amended 3-22-2006 by Ord. No. 208]
A. 
A sketch plan may be submitted by the applicant as a diagrammatic basis for informal discussion with the Planning Commission, the Board of Supervisors, and the County Planning Commission regarding the design of a proposed subdivision or land development. Sketch plan submission is strongly encouraged by the Township as a way of helping applicants and officials develop a better understanding of the property and to help establish an overall design approach that respects its special or noteworthy features, while providing for the density permitted under the Zoning Chapter. The procedure for preapplication discussion and sketch plan submission is outlined in § 130-12.
B. 
To provide a full understanding of the site's potential and to facilitate the most effective exchange with the Planning Commission, the sketch plan should, at a minimum, include the information listed below. Many of these items can be taken from the existing resources and site analysis plan, a document that must, in any case, be prepared and submitted no later than the date of the site visit, which precedes the preliminary plan submission (see §§ 130-11B and 130-12B). The sketch plan may be prepared as a simple overlay placed on top of the existing resources and site analysis plan.
(1) 
Name of the subdivision, name and address of the applicant and of the applicant's engineer, surveyor, planner, architect, or landscape architect, as applicable.
(2) 
Location map showing the subject tract and the surrounding road network.
(3) 
Context map, described in § 130-33B(1).
(4) 
Zoning district(s), including overlay districts if applicable.
(5) 
Municipality(ies) in which the subdivision or land development is located.
(6) 
Approximate tract boundaries sufficient to locate the tract on a map of the Township.
(7) 
Streets on and adjacent to the tract (both existing and proposed).
(8) 
Scale (not greater than one inch equals 200 feet), north arrow, and date of plan preparation. Dimensions of the plan need not be exact at this stage.
(9) 
Significant existing topographical, physical and cultural features such as easements, rights-of-way, soil types, floodplains, known wetlands, watercourses, woodlands, fields, pastures, meadows, trees with 15 inches DBH or greater, hedgerows and other significant vegetation, prohibitive steep slopes (25% and over), precautionary steep slopes (15-25%), rock outcrops, soil types, ponds, ditches, drains, dumps, storage tanks, streams within 200 feet of the tract, and cultural features such as structures, foundations, walls, wells, trails and abandoned roads.
(10) 
Schematic delineation of areas for land conservation and development ("bubble" format is acceptable for this delineation of step one of the four-step design process described in § 130-15.1B of this chapter).
(11) 
Proposed road and lot or dwelling unit layout.
(12) 
In the case of land development plans, proposed general layout of buildings and/or major structures, parking areas and other improvements.
(13) 
General description of proposed method and location of water supply, recharge, sewage treatment, and stormwater management.
(14) 
The plan shall be clearly labeled "sketch plan."
The plan shall show or be accompanied by the following information:
A. 
Drafting standards.
(1) 
The scale shall be smaller than 100 feet to the inch and shall be accurate to within one part in 300, except that when parcels are over an acre in size, then that scale can be used.
(2) 
Dimensions shall be in feet and decimals and bearings in degrees, minutes and seconds.
(3) 
The courses and distances of the boundary line survey of the entire land to be subdivided shall be shown. The survey shall not have an error of closure greater than one part in 2,500.
(4) 
The sheet or sheets shall be one of the following sizes: 15 by 18 inches, 18 by 30 inches or 24 by 36 inches. If more than one sheet is necessary, each sheet shall be the same size and numbered to show its relation to the total number of sheets in the plan, as "Sheet No. 1 of 5 sheets."
(5) 
Where there are two or more sheets, a key map at a scale sufficient to show their relationship shall be furnished.
B. 
Location and identification.
(1) 
A title consisting of the name and address of the subdivider, developer or builder and the registered engineer or surveyor or qualified site planner.
(2) 
The name of the municipality and subdivision.
(3) 
The date, scale and North point.
(4) 
The entire tract boundary with bearings and distances.
(5) 
A key map relating the subdivision to at least three existing intersections of Township roads.
B.1.
Context map. A map showing the location of the proposed subdivision within its surrounding context shall be submitted.
[Added 3-22-2006 by Ord. No. 208]
(1)
For sites under 100 acres in area, such maps shall be at a scale not less than one inch equals 200 feet, and shall show the relationship of the subject property to natural and man-made features existing within 1,000 feet of the site. For sites of 100 acres or more, the scale shall be one inch equals 400 feet, and shall show the above relationships within 2,000 feet of the site.
(2)
The following features shall be shown:
(a) 
Topography (from the most current USGS maps) and ridge lines;
(b) 
Stream valleys and wetlands (from the most current maps published by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service or the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service);
(c) 
Woodlands over 1/2 acre in area (from aerial photographs);
(d) 
Public roads and trails, utility easements and rights-of-way;
(e) 
Publicly owned land and land protected under conservation easements or deed or plan restrictions.
C. 
Existing resources and site analysis plan. For all subdivisions and land developments, an existing resources and site analysis plan shall be prepared to provide the developer and the Township with a comprehensive analysis of existing conditions, both on the proposed development site and within 500 feet of the site. Conditions beyond the parcel boundaries may be described on the basis of existing published data available from governmental agencies and from aerial photographs, as referred to in § 130-33B.1. The Township shall review the plan to assess its accuracy and conformance with Township ordinances. The following information shall be required:
[Amended 10-10-1988 by Ord. No. 101; 5-19-1993 by Ord. No. 131; 8-19-1998 by Ord. No. 166; 3-22-2006 by Ord. No. 208]
(1) 
Complete current perimeter boundary survey of the property to be subdivided or developed, prepared by a registered surveyor, showing all courses, distances, and area and tie-ins to all adjacent intersections.
(2) 
A vertical aerial photograph enlarged to a scale not less detailed than one inch equals 400 feet, with the site boundaries clearly marked.
(3) 
Natural features, including:
(a) 
Contour lines at intervals of not more than two feet. Ten-foot intervals are permissible beyond the parcel boundaries, interpolated from USGS published maps. Contour lines shall be based on information derived from a topographic survey for the property, evidence of which shall be submitted, including the date and source of the contours. The datum to which contour elevations refer and references to known, established benchmarks and elevations shall be included on the plan. The Township elevations are based on the 1929 mean sea level datum. All contours and elevations shown on plans submitted to the Township shall be based on this system.
(b) 
Steep slopes as defined in Article XXA in the Township Zoning Chapter. The location of these slopes shall be graphically depicted by category on the plan. Slope shall be measured over three or more two-foot contour intervals.
(c) 
Areas within the Floodplain District, as defined in Article XX in the Township Zoning Chapter.
(d) 
Watercourses, either continuous or intermittent and named or unnamed, and lakes, ponds or other water features as depicted on the Collegeville and Lansdale USGS Quadrangle Map, most current edition.
(e) 
Wetlands as defined in this chapter.
(f) 
Riparian Corridor Zones 1 and 2, as defined in Article XXB in the Worcester Township Zoning Chapter.
(g) 
Soil types and their boundaries, as mapped by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, including a table listing the soil characteristics pertaining to suitability for construction and, in unsewered areas, for septic suitability. Alluvial and hydric soils shall specifically be depicted on the plan.
(h) 
The depth of the water table shall be noted on the plan or in a separate report along with the location of the test borings. When percolation tests are required, the location and results of the test holes shall be indicated.
(i) 
Existing vegetation, denoted by type, including woodlands, forests, hedgerows, and specimen vegetation, tree masses, tree lines, individual freestanding trees over six-inch dbh, wetland vegetation, pasture or croplands, orchards, permanent grass land, old fields, and any other notable vegetative features on the site. The requirements for a tree survey in § 130-28E shall be met. Vegetative types shall be described by plant community, relative age, and condition.
(j) 
Any portion of the tract identified as a Pennsylvania Natural Diversity Inventory (PNDI) site.
(k) 
A scenic viewshed analysis showing the location and extent of views into the property from public roads and from public parks, public forests, and state game lands. Scenic views identified in the Worcester Township Comprehensive Plan and Open Space Plan shall be shown.
(l) 
Ridgelines and watershed boundaries.
(m) 
Geologic formations on the tract, including rock outcroppings, cliffs, sinkholes, and fault lines, based on available published information or more detailed data obtained by the applicant.
(n) 
Primary and secondary conservation areas consistent with the Worcester Township Open Space Plan and Comprehensive Plan.
(4) 
Existing man-made features, including:
(a) 
Location, dimensions, and use of all existing buildings (whether occupied or not), and driveways.
(b) 
Location, names, widths, center line courses, paving widths, identification numbers, and rights-of-way of existing streets and alleys.
(c) 
Location and size of existing sanitary sewer, storm drains, water supply facilities, and any other utilities above or below the ground.
(d) 
Location of trails that have been in public use (pedestrian, equestrian, bicycle, etc.).
(e) 
Any easements, deed restrictions, rights-of-way, or any other encumbrances upon the land, including location, size, and ownership.
(f) 
Site features or conditions such as waste dumps (hazardous or otherwise), underground tanks (whether active or abandoned), active and abandoned wells, quarries, landfills, sand mounds, and artificial land conditions.
(g) 
Locations of historically significant sites or structures on the tract, including but not limited to foundations, cellar holes, stone walls, earthworks, and burial sites. Any portion of the site with historical resources identified in the Worcester Township Comprehensive Plan and Open Space Plan.
(5) 
Total acreage of the tract, the adjusted tract area, where applicable, and the constrained land area with detailed supporting calculations.
(6) 
Zoning requirements, if any, or requirements of any Township ordinance or resolution on and adjacent to the land to be subdivided.
(7) 
The plan shall meet all other applicable requirements of this chapter and shall propose development for only those uses permitted by Chapter 150, Zoning, and be in compliance therewith.
D. 
Four-step design process for conservation subdivision in the AGR District. Preliminary plans for conservation subdivision Options 1, 2 and 3 (see Article IV of the Zoning Chapter) shall include documentation of the four-step design process, described in § 130-15.1B, in determining the layout of proposed house sites, streets, stormwater management facilities, and lot lines, and in the case of Option 1, open space. The applicant shall submit four separate sheets indicating each step of the design process.
[Added 3-22-2006 by Ord. No. 208[2]]
[2]
Editor's Note: This ordinance also provided for the relettering of subsections as follows: former Subsections D and E became Subsections E and F; former Subsection F became Subsection K.
E. 
Proposed street and lot layout. The following information shall be provided with the proposed street and lot layout. For those subdivisions using the four-step design process referred to in Subsection D above, the information may be included with that required in Subsection D if the additional information is legible; otherwise the information below shall be shown on a separate sheet.
[Amended 3-22-2006 by Ord. No. 208]
(1) 
The layout of streets, alleys and crosswalks, including names and widths of cartway and ultimate right-of-way.
(2) 
The layout and dimensions of lots and net area.
(3) 
A reference to any land to be dedicated for public use.
(4) 
Tentative grades to an existing street or to a point 400 feet beyond the boundaries of the subdivision.
(5) 
The location and size of sanitary sewers and storm drains.
(6) 
All building setback lines, with distances from the ultimate right-of-way line.
(7) 
Indication of any lots in which a use of other than residential is intended.
(8) 
Where there are existing buildings located on the land being subdivided, the buildings that are to be demolished.
(9) 
A statement on the plan showing the number of acres being subdivided; the number of lots; the type of buildings; character of buildings; linear feet of new streets; linear feet of streets to be widened and average lot size.
F. 
Proposed improvements.
(1) 
Tentative cross-section and center-line profiles for each proposed or widened street shown on preliminary plan, including a profile for proposed sanitary sewers and storm drains, showing manholes, inlets and catch basins.
(2) 
Preliminary design of any bridges, culverts or other structures and appurtenances which may be required.
G. 
Natural resources protection plan. The natural resources protection plan shall include the following information to ensure compliance with this chapter and Articles XX, XXA and XXB of the Worcester Township Zoning Chapter and § 150-204.1 of the Worcester Township Zoning Chapter:
[Added 3-22-2006 by Ord. No. 208]
(1) 
An encroachment map shall be provided which includes the natural features information required by § 130-33C above and a preliminary grading plan illustrating proposed limits of disturbance or removal of the identified natural features.
(2) 
The plan shall indicate the location of the tree protection zone for those trees or woodlands to be retained on the site, together with information indicating how the woodland protection requirements of § 130-28F of this chapter are met.
H. 
Stormwater management and erosion and sedimentation control plan, in accordance with § 130-24 of this chapter.
[Added 3-22-2006 by Ord. No. 208]
I. 
Landscaping plan, in accordance with the requirements of § 130-28 of this chapter.
[Added 3-22-2006 by Ord. No. 208]
J. 
Lighting plan. (Reserved)
[Added 3-22-2006 by Ord. No. 208]
K. 
Certificates. When approved the preliminary plan must show:
(1) 
The signature of the subdivider, developer or builder certifying his adoption of the plan.
(2) 
The signature of the Township Secretary certifying that the Township Supervisors approve the plan on the date shown.
[1]
Editor's Note: Former Section 600, Tentative Sketch, which immediately preceded this section was repealed 10-10-1988 by Ord. No. 101.
[Amended 5-19-1993 by Ord. No. 131; 3-22-2006 by Ord. No. 208]
Final plans shall conform in all details with preliminary plans as reviewed and approved by the Board, including any conditions specified as a result of preliminary plan review. Further, final plans shall consist of and be prepared in accordance with the standards outlined below.
A. 
Improvement construction plan.
(1) 
Drafting standards. The same standards shall be required for an improvement construction plan as for a preliminary plan, except that the horizontal scale of the plan and profile shall be 50 feet to the inch, and the vertical scale of the profile shall be two, four or 10 feet to the inch, whichever is most convenient.
(2) 
Information to be shown. The plan shall contain sufficient information to provide working plans for the construction of the proposed streets, or any portion thereof, including all appurtenances, sewers and utilities, shown on the approved preliminary plan, from one existing or approved street to another or, in the case of a cul-de-sac, to its turnaround and shall include:
(a) 
Horizontal plan. The horizontal plan shall show details of the horizontal layout as follows:
[1] 
Information shown on the preliminary plan pertaining to the street to be constructed.
[2] 
Beginning and end of the proposed immediate construction.
[3] 
Stations corresponding to those shown on the profile.
[4] 
Elevation of the curb at tangent points of horizontal curves at street or alley intersections and at the projected intersections of the curblines.
[5] 
The location and size of sanitary sewers and lateral connections with distances between manholes of water, gas, electric and other utility pipes or conduits and of storm drains, inlets and manholes.
[6] 
The location, type and size of curbs and widths of paving.
[7] 
The location and type of fire hydrants and streetlights.
(b) 
Profile. The profile shall be a vertical section of the street with details of vertical alignment as follows:
[1] 
Profiles and elevations of the ground along the center lines of proposed streets.
[2] 
A profile of sanitary sewers with a profile over the sewer of the present and finished ground surface, showing manhole locations with stations beginning at the lowest manhole.
[3] 
A profile of storm drain showing manhole locations.
(c) 
Cross section. The cross section shall comply with Township standards and specifications as minimum requirements. It shall show a typical cross section across the street or alley with details of grading and construction as follows:
[1] 
Ultimate right-of-way width and the location and width of paving within the ultimate right-of-way.
[2] 
The type, depth and crown of paving.
[3] 
The type and size of curb.
[4] 
When sidewalks are required, grading of sidewalk area should be carried to the full width of the ultimate right-of-way and slopes of cut or fill extended beyond the ultimate right-of-way.
[5] 
The location, width, type and depth of sidewalks when required.
[6] 
The typical location, size and depths of sewers and utilities.
B. 
Context Map. As required in § 130-33B.1, consistent with the terms of preliminary plan approval.
C. 
Existing resources and site analysis plan. As required in § 130-33C, consistent with the terms of preliminary plan approval.
D. 
Four-step design process. As required in § 130-33D, consistent with the terms of preliminary plan approval.
E. 
Street and lot layout. As required in § 130-33E, consistent with the terms of preliminary plan approval.
F. 
Natural resources protection plan. As required in § 130-33G, consistent with the terms of preliminary plan approval.
G. 
Stormwater management and erosion and sedimentation control plan. As required in § 130-33H, consistent with the terms of preliminary plan approval.
H. 
Landscaping plan. As required in § 130-33I, consistent with the terms of preliminary plan approval.
I. 
Lighting plan. As required in § 130-33J, consistent with the terms of preliminary plan approval.
J. 
Record plan.
(1) 
Drafting standards. The same standards shall be required for a record plan as for a preliminary plan and in addition, for recording purposes the plans shall be placed on sheet sizes of 24 inches by 36 inches, 18 inches by 30 inches or 15 inches by 18 inches. All lettering and lines should be so drawn as to be legible if the plan should be reduced to half-size.
(2) 
Information to be shown. The plan, which may constitute a portion only of an approved preliminary plan, shall show:
(a) 
A title, as required for a preliminary plan.
(b) 
Courses and distances sufficient for the legal description of all the lines shown on the plan. The error of closure shall not be greater than one part in 2,500.
(c) 
The names of abutting owners; the names, locations, widths and other dimensions of streets, including center-line courses, distances and curve data, descriptive data of ultimate right-of-way lines not parallel with or concentric with a center line and location tie-ins by courses and distances to the nearest intersections of all existing, planned and approved streets, alleys and easements; recreational areas and other public improvements within the land to be subdivided.
(d) 
All lots are to be deeded to the side of public ultimate rights-of-way so that a single deed may be drawn to the governing body for the dedication of streets by the subdivider, developer or builder.
(e) 
Evidence that the plans are in conformity with zoning, building, sanitation and other applicable Township ordinances and regulations. In any instance where such plans do not conform, evidence shall be presented that an exception has been officially authorized.
(f) 
The location, material and size of monuments with reference to them.
(g) 
Building setback lines with distances from the ultimate right-of-way lines.
(h) 
Restrictions in the deed affecting the subdivision of the property.
(3) 
Certificates. When approved, the record plan must show:
(a) 
The signature of the registered engineer or surveyor, certifying that the plan represents a survey made by him, that the monuments shown thereon exist as located and that all dimensional and geodetic details are correct.
(b) 
The signature of the subdivider, developer or builder certifying his adoption of the plan.
(c) 
The signature of the Township Secretary certifying that the Township Supervisors approved the plan on the date shown.
A. 
A preliminary and final plan of a plat of land development shall be required and shall be presented in conformance with the drafting standards, existing features of the land to be set forth and information to be shown as enumerated in §§ 130-33 and 130-34 of this article as they are applicable to land development plans.
[Amended 10-10-1988 by Ord. No. 101]
B. 
In addition to land development the plan shall include the following:
(1) 
All covenants relating to use.
(2) 
Man-made features for the use of two or more prospective occupants.
(3) 
Lot size.
(4) 
Zoning classification and applicable standards with which compliance is necessary for granting final approval.
(5) 
Type of dwelling.
(6) 
Density and/or intensity of use.
(7) 
Lot coverage.
(8) 
Use of the development.
(9) 
The location and placement of accessory structures and facilities.
(10) 
Streets, pedestrianways and parking facilities.
(11) 
Common open space and trees.
(12) 
Public facilities.
(13) 
A site utilization scheme.
(14) 
Specifications for required improvements and changes to be effected upon the existing terrain or existing structures thereon.
[Added 12-19-2012 by Ord. No. 238]
A. 
Minor plan requirements. Plans for lot line adjustment simple conveyance, minor subdivision and minor land development shall comply with the following submission requirements:
(1) 
Drafting standards.
(a) 
The plan shall be drawn to standard engineering scale not exceeding 100 feet to the inch.
(b) 
Sheet size shall be 15 inches by 18 inches, 18 inches by 30 inches or 24 inches by 36 inches appropriately related to the scale of the drawing; only one sheet shall be permitted.
(c) 
Property lines shall be drawn and labeled in conformance with accepted surveying and civil engineering practices, including dimensions shown in feet and decimals, and bearing shown in degrees, minutes, and seconds.
(2) 
Basic information to be shown on the plan.
(a) 
Name, address, and phone number of the applicant.
(b) 
Name, address and phone number of any other property owner involved in the proposal.
(c) 
Name, address, and phone number and professional seal of the individual that prepared the plan.
(d) 
Date of preparation of the plan and a descriptive list of revisions to the plan, and the revision dates.
(e) 
North point and graphic and written scale.
(f) 
Location plan showing the relationship of the subject tract to the surrounding road network and major physical features.
(g) 
The entire boundary lines of all lots involved in the proposal, with bearings and distances and lot areas.
(h) 
A list of the basic dimensional requirements of the applicable zoning district.
(i) 
Legend sufficient to indicate clearly between existing and proposed conditions.
(j) 
Notes sufficient to describe what is being proposed and which land areas are to be transferred as a result of the proposal.
(3) 
Existing and proposed features to be shown on the plan.
(a) 
For lot line adjustments:
[1] 
The lot line proposed to be adjusted, as it currently exists, shown as a dashed line, labeled "Lot line to be removed."
[2] 
The lot line as it is proposed to be after adjustment, drawn using the standard lot line delineation at a heavier line weight than the other lot lines, and labeled "Proposed new lot line."
[3] 
Any existing physical features of the site which are involved in the decision to adjust the line.
[4] 
Any existing and/or proposed features which will be directly affected by the lot line adjustment.
(b) 
For simple conveyances:
[1] 
The land area to be conveyed, drawn in a manner which makes it readily identifiable.
[a] 
The lot lines defining this area shall be drawn using the standard lot line delineation at a heavier line weight than the other lot lines.
[b] 
This area shall be labeled "This area to be conveyed to (name) and is not a separate building lot."
[2] 
The area of the parcel being conveyed.
[3] 
The areas of the previously existing lots and their areas following conveyance.
[4] 
Any existing and/or proposed site features which will be directly affected by the conveyance.
(c) 
For minor subdivisions:
[1] 
Existing features:
[a] 
Streets bordering or crossing the tract, showing names, right-of-way and cartway widths and surface conditions.
[b] 
Locations of sanitary and/or storm sewer lines, and water supply lines.
[c] 
Location of all watercourses and limits of any flood-prone areas, based on FEMA studies or engineering determination.
[d] 
Contours obtained from United States Geological Survey 7.5 min. quad maps, or more accurate methods.
[e] 
Location and description of existing buildings and other structures, labeled "To remain" or "To be removed," as applicable, and location and description of existing buildings and other structures less than 50 feet beyond the tract boundaries.
[f] 
Outer limits of tree masses.
[g] 
Locations of any natural or man-made features which may affect the developability of the land, such as quarries, wetlands, etc., within the property and up to 100 feet beyond the tract boundaries.
[h] 
Location, type, and ownership of major utilities, such as pipelines and electric transmission lines, both above and below ground, with notes describing:
[i] 
Easement of right-of-way dimensions;
[ii] 
Additional setback or development restrictions imposed by the utility company; and
[iii] 
Specific type of product using pipelines.
[i] 
Areas subject to deed restrictions or easements.
(d) 
Proposed features:
[1] 
Layout and dimensions of both lots, including new lots' areas and ultimate rights-of-way.
[2] 
All building setback lines.
[3] 
Locations of on-site water supply and sewage disposal, if applicable.
[4] 
Driveway locations and grades.
(4) 
For minor land developments:
(a) 
The existing and proposed features for minor subdivisions above should be used for minor land developments. In addition to these requirements, the following shall be shown.
[1] 
Parking lot locations.
[2] 
New buildings or additions to existing structures.
B. 
Minor plan submission requirements and review procedure. Minor plans may be submitted and processed only for lot line adjustments, simple conveyances, minor subdivisions, or minor land developments as characterized herein, in accordance with the standards and requirements in this section.
(1) 
Standards for qualifications as a minor plan subdivision.
(a) 
Lot line adjustment.
[1] 
A proposal between two or more abutting, existing, legally approved and recorded lots, including a reverse subdivision.
[2] 
A common lot line is proposed to be adjusted in terms of its location or configuration.
[3] 
The land area of each lot may be different after adjustment, but the total lot area of the lots will be unchanged.
[4] 
No alteration will occur to the perimeter boundary line of the lots.
[5] 
No lot shall violate the applicable dimensional requirements of the Zoning Ordinance[1] as a result of the lot line adjustment.
[1]
Editor's Note: See Chapter 150, Zoning.
[6] 
Possible reason for line adjustments include, but are not necessarily limited to:
[a] 
Correcting errors regarding locations of existing improvements (e.g., if the driveway for Lot No. 1 is located on Lot No. 2);
[b] 
Relating the line to definitive physical characteristics (e.g., to adjust the line to run along an existing hedgerow);
[c] 
Preferences of the landowners involved.
(b) 
Simple conveyance.
[1] 
A proposal between two abutting, existing, legally approved and recorded lots.
[2] 
A portion of one lot is being divided off to be conveyed to the owner of the abutting lot.
[3] 
The land area of each lot will be different after conveyance, but the total lot area of the two lots will be unchanged.
[4] 
The lot from which the land is being conveyed must be suitable in terms of the applicable dimensional requirements of the Zoning Ordinance,[2] so that after conveyance, it will remain in compliance with those requirements.
[2]
Editor's Note: See Chapter 150, Zoning.
[5] 
The land area being conveyed need not satisfy any of the dimensional requirements applicable to lotting in the district in which it is located, nor the street frontage requirements of the Zoning Ordinance, provided that it shall be deed restricted to the extent that it may not be transferred independently, but must be transferred together with the lot to which it is being functionally added by the process of simple conveyance.
(c) 
Minor subdivision.
[1] 
A subdivision proposal which would divide one existing lot into two lots, both of which will comply with the applicable dimensional requirements of the zoning district in which the existing lot is located.
[2] 
The existing lot has sufficient frontage on an existing, improved public street to satisfy the applicable Township requirements for lot frontage and access to a public street for both proposed lots.
[3] 
The existing lot has not been part of an approved subdivision proposal during the five years previous to the current application.
[4] 
The subdivision will not require construction of new roads.
[5] 
The proposal will not involve significant stormwater and/or erosion control issues, as determined by the Township Engineer.
[6] 
Disqualification. The Board of Supervisors may require a standard preliminary plan submission in place of a minor plan when conditions warrant it, at the advice of the Planning Commission or Township Engineer.
(d) 
Minor land developments.
[1] 
A land development proposal where it is found that the intended development or modification of a site, or use or occupancy of an existing structure will create a minimal impact upon traffic, drainage, visual image, landscaping, buffering, lighting or other elements described within the purposes of the Ordinance.
[2] 
Parking lot expansions.
[3] 
Additions to existing nonresidential buildings, provided that the addition is less than 1,500 gross square feet and involves no more than a twenty-five-percent increase in the size of the existing building.
(2) 
Minor plan submission and review procedure.
(a) 
All minor plans shall be considered to be preliminary plans for the purposes of submission for review and approval, and shall comply with the requirements of § 130-33, Preliminary plan.
(b) 
When a minor plan qualifies for approval, or for approval subject to conditions, in accordance with § 130-35.1B(1) herein, the minor plan may be granted concurrent preliminary and final plan approvals, provided that the plan included the final plan certifications required by § 130-34J(3) herein and complies with § 130-34J(2).
(3) 
A minor plan is not required to include an improvements construction plan or a record plan as required by § 130-34.
(4) 
A minor plan which shall require access to a state highway shall provide the highway access statement on the plan to the satisfaction of the Township Engineer.
[Added 12-19-2012 by Ord. No. 238]
A. 
All plan revisions submitted for review shall be submitted to the Township Secretary during regular business hours at least 14 days prior to the Planning Commission or Board of Supervisors meeting, whichever is applicable, at which the plan is to be received.
B. 
All plan revisions shall be accompanied by a report specifying the changes made to each plan element, including specific references to review comments made by the Township Engineer.