The following planning and design standards shall be complied
with, and no higher standard may be required by the Planning Board,
except where it finds that because of exceptional and unique conditions
of topography, location, shape, size, drainage or other physical features
of the site or because of the special nature and character of surrounding
development, the minimum standards specified herein would not reasonably
protect or provide for public health, safety or welfare. Any higher
standard required shall be reasonable and shall be limited to the
minimum additional improvements necessary to protect the public health,
safety or welfare.
Reasonable requirements for the preservation of outstanding
natural features may be specified. These include large trees or groves,
watercourses and waterfalls, historic spots, exceptional views and
similar irreplaceable assets in which there is general public interest.
Special considerations are required for land adjoining easements
of intercounty pipelines conveying flammable, explosive or toxic materials
injurious to health. This does not apply to distribution lines within
the Town serving residential customers individually.