These rules, regulations and standards shall
be considered the minimum requirements for the protection of the public
health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the Borough of Northvale.
Any action taken by the Planning Board under the terms of this chapter
shall give primary consideration to the above-mentioned matters and
to the welfare of the entire community. However, if the subdivider
or his agent can clearly demonstrate that because of peculiar conditions
pertaining to his land the literal enforcement of one or more of these
regulations is impracticable or will exact undue hardship, the Planning
Board may permit such variance or variances as may be reasonable and
within the general purpose and intent of the rules, regulations and
standards established by this chapter, subject to the approval of
the governing body.