The approval of subdivisions shall be guided by the above objectives
and the following specific considerations:
A. Conformance with the various parts of the Zoning Code, Official Map and Master Plan, if any.
B. Recognition of a desirable relationship to the general land form,
its topographic and geologic character, to natural drainage, to the
recharge of the groundwater reservoir and to floodplain and ecological
concerns.
C. Recognition of desirable standards of subdivision design for pedestrian
and vehicular traffic, surface water runoff, utility services and
building sites for the land use contemplated.
D. Encouragement of flexible subdivision design to provide for a variety
of housing types, to realize development and maintenance economies,
to promote the preservation of open space and to meet the housing
needs and other planning objectives of the community.
E. Provision for such facilities as are desirable adjuncts to the contemplated
use, such as parks and recreation areas.
F. Preservation of such natural resources and assets as ponds, streams,
swamps, tidal waters and wetlands, marshes, beaches, flora, fauna,
general scenic beauty and historic features of the area.
G. Consistence with the policies, purpose and projects of the Local
Waterfront Revitalization Program.
[Amended 12-3-1985]