All application packages submitted under any provision of this
chapter shall include the following elements:
A.
Two completed and executed original application forms.
B.
A project narrative which describes the project. For zoning applications,
the applicant should make points relevant to his or her case in this
document.
C.
A list of waivers being requested by the applicant, along with an
explanation as to why the applicant feels each waiver request is appropriate.
D.
A copy of the recorded deed for each property included in the proposal.
If applicable, this shall include copies of all documents indicating
any easements, rights-of-way, restrictions, covenants, trusts, or
other encumbrances on the land.
E.
A list of all owners of land abutting the proposal and directly across
any streets, watercourses, or railroads. For corner properties, this
shall include the land diagonally across the intersection as well.
F.
Three copies of any studies that may be required by the applicable
section of this chapter or other controlling law or regulation.
H.
If the submittal requires review by the Blair County Planning Commission,
the package shall also include the appropriate filing fee for that
review.
I.
A list of all plans being submitted, with the title of the plan,
sheet number, and date on a letter-size sheet of paper.
K.
All plans submitted shall conform to the following requirements:
(1)
The sheet size shall not exceed 24 inches by 36 inches but shall
be at least 8 1/2 inches by 11 inches.
(2)
The different types of plans shall be on separate sheets of
paper, all of the same size.
(3)
Contact prints shall be dark line on light background.
(4)
The title block shall appear in the same location on all sheets.
(5)
Plan packages shall be arranged by plan type in the order below.
Plan types which are not applicable to the project shall simply be
omitted.
L.
Two copies of sewage facilities module permit application(s), where
applicable.
M.
Any additional information as required below or by the standards
set forth in the text relating to the submittal.
All applications submitted for variances, special exceptions, or conditional use approval shall contain the following information. Due to the wide variety of requests made under zoning provisions, the requirements below are general. The applicant should work with the Zoning Officer to develop a suitable plan for submittal to the reviewing agency. In all cases, the requirements of § 535-258 above apply.
A.
The title: "Zoning Plan for a (type of request) for (applicant's
name) for property located at (property address)."
B.
Date, scale (one inch equals 40 feet), North point, and zoning district(s).
C.
The name(s), signature(s), and professional seal(s) of the design
professional(s) that prepared the plan.
D.
Existing conditions of the entire property, showing all improvements,
property lines, encumbrances, and zoning district lines.
E.
Proposed changes to be undertaken on the property, including those
which will be done with the project but do not necessarily require
zoning approval.
F.
Additional information as may be necessitated by the specific proposal.
All subdivision plans shall meet the following requirements.
A.
The title: "Subdivision Plan of (subdivision name)."
B.
If the subdivision plan consists of multiple sheets, an overall subdivision
plan shall be included to show the entire subdivision on one sheet.
This overall subdivision plan shall show, at a minimum:
(1)
The title: "Overall Subdivision Layout Plan."
(2)
Date, scale, North point, and legend.
(3)
The entire tract of land to be subdivided. If any portion of
a property is to be included in the subdivision, the entire property
shall be shown.
(5)
Zoning district boundaries.
(6)
The outer lines of the subdivision in a dark heavy line (entire
original tract).
(7)
The boundary lines of all lots and parcels.
(8)
All lots and parcels designated in numerical or alphabetical
sequence.
(9)
A table indicating the area and frontage of each lot and parcel.
(10)
The names and locations of all existing and proposed streets.
C.
If the subdivision plan consists of multiple sheets, an index plan
shall be included to clearly identify the multiple sections of the
plan.
D.
The date. If multiple sheets, all dates shall be the same, and space
shall be provided to add revision dates. Revision dates, if any, shall
be the same on all sheets.
E.
A scale bar and numeric indicator. The scale shall be one inch equals
40 feet.
F.
A North point and legend describing any graphical symbols on the
plan.
G.
The name(s), signature(s), and professional seal(s) of the surveyor(s)
that prepared the plan. The surveyor is encouraged to place an original
seal and signature on each sheet of the plan to verify authenticity.
I.
The following inscriptions shall be placed on each sheet of the subdivision
plan in the same location on each sheet:
(1)
A signature block for approval of the Planning Commission, as
follows:
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ALTOONA CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
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Subdivision Approved Under the Altoona Planning Code.
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________________________________
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DATE: _________________________
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(2)
"Subject to a performance covenant, dated (date), running with
the land, to be duly recorded with this plan by or for the owner of
record."
(3)
"Other plans applicable to this subdivision may be on file with
the City of Altoona Code Enforcement Department, City of Altoona Public
Works Department, and Planning and Community Development Department."
(4)
"This plan was reviewed by the Blair County Planning Commission
on (date)."
(5)
If applicable, "Subject to a Restrictive Covenant, dated (date),
running with the land, to be duly recorded with this plan by or for
the owner of record."
(6)
If applicable, "Subject to a Trust Document, dated (date), running
with the land, to be recorded with this plan by or for the owner of
record."
J.
A locus at the scale of one inch equals 1,000 feet sufficient to
identify where in the City of Altoona the property is located and
showing the boundaries of the proposed subdivision.
K.
Any zoning district boundaries as shown on the most current version
of the Altoona Zoning Map. The zoning district(s) shall be clearly
marked on the plan.
L.
The outer subdivision boundaries in a heavy shaded line (entire original
tract).
M.
All frontage in linear feet for each lot and parcel.
N.
Area in square feet for each lot and parcel.
O.
All lots and parcels designated numerically or alphabetically in
sequence.
P.
Any existing or proposed public or common areas within the subdivision.
Q.
The names, locations, and right-of-way lines of existing and proposed
streets and easements bordering, approaching, and within the subdivision.
Location information shall include, at a minimum, lengths, bearings,
and radii. All easements for public utilities shall include identification
as a public utility easement and include the type of utility included
in the easement.
R.
Sufficient data referring to existing permanent monuments so that
proposed right-of-way lines of streets or easements can be readily
established on the ground.
S.
Location of permanent monuments at changes in direction of the proposed
street right-of-way lines, easements, and property lines. This shall
include points of curvature or wherever else determined necessary
by the Commission.
T.
Proposed street names. Names must be approved by the Commission,
must not duplicate or sound like existing names, and conform to E-911
standards.
All land development plans shall meet the following requirements:
A.
The title: "Land Development Plan of (project name)."
B.
If the land development plan consists of multiple sheets, an overall
land development plan shall be included to show the entire subdivision
on one sheet. This overall land development plan shall show, at a
minimum:
(1)
The title: "Overall Land Development Layout Plan."
(2)
Date, scale, North point, and legend.
(3)
The entire tract of land to be developed. If any portion of
a property is to be included in the development, the entire property
shall be shown.
(5)
Zoning district boundaries.
(6)
The outer lines of the proposal in a dark heavy line (entire
original tract).
(7)
The boundary lines of all lots, parcels, and lease areas.
(8)
All lots, parcels, and lease areas designated in numerical or
alphabetical sequence.
(9)
The names and locations of all existing and proposed streets.
C.
If the land development plan consists of multiple sheets, an index
plan shall be included to clearly identify the multiple sections of
the plan.
D.
The date. If multiple sheets, all dates shall be the same and space
shall be provided to add revision dates. Revision dates, if any, shall
be the same on all sheets.
E.
A scale bar and numeric indicator. The scale shall be sufficient
to convey the necessary information regarding the proposal to those
reviewing it.
F.
A North point and legend describing any graphical symbols on the
plan.
G.
The name(s), signature(s), and professional seal(s) of the designer(s)
that prepared the plan. The designer is encouraged to place an original
seal and signature on each sheet of the plan to verify authenticity.
I.
The following inscriptions shall be placed on each sheet of the land
development plan, in the same location on each sheet:
(1)
A signature block for approval of the Planning Commission, as
follows:
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ALTOONA CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
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Land Development Approved Under the Altoona Planning Code.
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________________________________
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DATE: _________________________
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(2)
"Subject to a Performance Covenant, dated (date), running with
the land, to be duly recorded with this plan by or for the owner of
record."
(3)
"Other plans applicable to this land development may be on file
with the City of Altoona Code Enforcement Department, City of Altoona
Public Works Department, and Planning and Community Development Department."
(4)
"This plan was reviewed by the Blair County Planning Commission
on (date)."
(5)
If applicable, "Subject to a Restrictive Covenant, dated (date),
running with the land, to be duly recorded with this plan by or for
the owner of record."
(6)
If applicable, "Subject to a Trust Document, dated (date), running
with the land, to be recorded with this plan by or for the owner of
record."
J.
A locus at the scale of one inch equals 1,000 feet sufficient to
identify where in the City of Altoona the property is located and
showing the boundaries of the proposal.
K.
Any zoning district boundaries as shown on the most current version
of the Altoona Zoning Map. The zoning district(s) shall be clearly
marked on the plan.
L.
Topography of the property. Topography may be represented by either
two-foot contours or with spot grades at sufficient spacing to represent
the surface.
M.
Boundaries of the entire original parcel shaded in heavy line.
N.
Locations and dimensions of existing and proposed buildings and structures,
including ground coverage, gross floor area, and breakdown of both
indoor and outdoor floor area, and indications of proposed use(s).
O.
Design occupancy load of each separate area. This may be placed in
a note on the plan and includes such measures as number of employees
at capacity, seating capacity, sleeping units, and such like.
P.
Locations and dimensions (including total area, ground coverage,
thicknesses and materials to be used) of all driveways, maneuvering
spaces, aisles, stalls, loading areas, bicycle areas, and pedestrian
facilities. Pedestrian facilities shall include a clear demarcation
of all entrances and exits from all buildings on the site, whether
existing or proposed.
Q.
Location of all landscaping, including existing or proposed trees,
shrubs, grass, mulched areas, etc. Size and type of plant materials
shall be noted on the plan, and a planting detail showing how trees
and shrubs are to be planted (size of hole, use of fill, stakes, wiring,
etc.) shall be included. For plans affecting or creating parking areas
of more than 20 spaces, the seal and signature of a landscape architect
shall appear.
R.
Provisions for stormwater affecting the site and adjacent parcels,
and snow disposal areas. Drainage shall be in accordance with Part
4.
S.
The location of all signs and lighting units and detail diagrams
of each. Signs included in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices
need not be detailed.
All infrastructure plans shall meet the following requirements:
A.
The title: "Infrastructure Plan" for (project name).
B.
If the infrastructure plan consists of multiple sheets, an overall
infrastructure plan shall be included to show the entire project on
one sheet. This overall infrastructure plan shall show, at a minimum:
(1)
The title: "Overall Infrastructure Plan for (name of project)."
(2)
Date, scale, North point, and legend.
(3)
If new streets are proposed:
(a)
Street right-of-way lines and names.
(b)
Street center lines labeled with fifty-foot stations.
(c)
The left and right side lines of pavement, with the area between
lightly shaded to identify the improved surface area.
(d)
Location and identity of all signs, lights, trees, and other
street treatments proposed for the new street.
(e)
The boundary lines of all lots and parcels abutting the street.
(4)
Existing and proposed topography of the entire site shown at
five-foot contour intervals.
(5)
Data sufficient to identify location of existing streets, including
right-of-way lines, names, improved surfaces, and treatments.
(6)
Outer edge of the project shown in heavy dark line.
(7)
Location of all pedestrian and bicycle facilities.
(8)
Type, size, and location of all existing utilities on the site
and within 100 feet of the outer boundaries of the site. If a utility
is located outside the one-hundred-foot radius, an indicator shall
be placed on the plan to show connection is intended.
(9)
Type, size, and location of all proposed utilities.
(10)
Any test pit or core boring locations identified by number and
indicating the type of test and reference to any data collected.
C.
If the infrastructure plan consists of multiple sheets, an index
plan shall be included to clearly identify the multiple sections of
the plan.
D.
The date. If multiple sheets, all dates shall be the same, and space
shall be provided to add revision dates. Revision dates, if any, shall
be the same on all sheets.
E.
A scale bar and numeric indicator. The scale shall be one inch equals
40 feet.
F.
A North point and legend describing any graphical symbols on the
plan.
G.
The name(s), signature(s), and professional seal(s) of the engineer(s)
that prepared the plan. The engineer is encouraged to place an original
seal and signature on each sheet of the plan to verify authenticity.
H.
If new streets are proposed:
(1)
Proposed right-of-way lines and names.
(2)
A center line labeled with fifty-foot stations.
(3)
The left and right side lines of the proposed roadway, with
the area between lightly shaded to identify the improved surface area.
(4)
The left and right side lines of intersecting roadways, with
the area between lightly shaded to identify the improved surface area.
(5)
Location of permanent monuments.
(6)
Location and dimension of all sidewalks related to the street.
(7)
Location and identity of all signs, lights, trees, and other
street treatments proposed for the new street.
(8)
The boundary lines of all lots and parcels abutting the street.
(9)
A profile of the proposed roadway, located directly above or
below the plan of the street, including the following:
(a)
The title: "Profile of (street name)."
(b)
A horizontal scale of one inch equals 40 feet and a vertical
scale of one inch equals four feet.
(c)
The existing center-line grade in a fine, solid line.
(d)
The proposed center-line grade in a heavier solid line.
(e)
The existing left side-line grade in a fine long dashed line.
(f)
The proposed left side-line grade in a heavier long dashed line.
(g)
The existing right side-line grade in a fine short dashed line.
(h)
The proposed left side-line grade in a heavier short dashed
line.
(i)
Proposed grade elevations, shown by figures at the beginning
and end of the roadway and at fifty-foot station intervals, and at
the beginning and end of all vertical curves.
(j)
The location of any intersecting roadways.
(k)
The type, size, and location of any existing and proposed utilities
in the street, including those crossing the right-of-way.
(10)
A typical cross section of the street, including at least the
following:
(a)
The title: "Typical Cross Section of (street name).
(b)
A suitable scale which clearly shows all parts and dimensions
in the cross section of the right-of-way.
(c)
The locations and widths of the street right-of-way, improved
surface, curbs, sidewalks, and shoulders.
(d)
The treatment of the roadway, sidewalks, and shoulders (base
and pavement), and specific information as to the thickness of each
layer of material to be used in the construction of the roadway.
(e)
The crown of the roadway, pitch of the sidewalks, and grade
of slopes.
(f)
Design and dimensions of proposed curbing.
(g)
Type, size and typical location of utilities.
(h)
Typical location of signs, lights, trees, and other treatments.
I.
Existing and proposed topography with two-foot intervals related
to an existing permanent bench mark.
J.
The locations and dimensions of all major features potentially affecting
construction of the project, such as stone walls, water bodies, buildings,
extreme topography, shall be shown.
K.
The type, size, and location of all existing and proposed utilities.
L.
The types, dimensions, and locations of all stormwater facilities.
M.
Construction details for all bridges, culverts, guardrails, headwalls,
manholes, or other appurtenances necessary for the proper installation
of infrastructure.
N.
Groundwater elevation or percolation test pits as may be necessary
for the proper design and location of drainage facilities, identified
by number, with reference to the appropriate data collected.
O.
Test pit or core boring locations as may be necessary for proper
design and construction of the project, identified by number, with
reference to the appropriate data collected.
All applications submitted under the provisions for floodplain
management, stormwater management, or erosion and sedimentation control
shall meet the following requirements:
B.
The applicant shall notify Allegheny and Logan Townships and any
other municipality downstream of the development site which may be
affected by the proposed development and the mitigation controls for
the site. Copies of the plans will be made available to these municipalities
upon request. Comments received from any affected municipality will
be considered by the City and county agencies in their reviews.
C.
A site plan showing the following under both predevelopment and post-development
conditions:
(1)
Title: "Environmental Management Plan for (project name) relative
to (stormwater/floodplain/erosion and sedimentation)."
(2)
North arrow, scale (one inch equals 40 feet), and date. The
date, including revision dates, shall be the same on all sheets.
(3)
Boundary lines or property lines shall be indicated by heavy
lines, with bearings, distances, and approximate square footage.
(4)
If applicable, the boundary line(s) of the identified floodway
areas and, if available, information pertaining to the floodway, and
the flow of water, including direction and velocities.
(5)
The location of all existing and proposed buildings and additions
thereto, including the location of any existing or proposed subdivision
and land development.
(6)
Streets on and adjacent to the tract shall be identified by
name, right-of-way width, location, type, width and elevation of surfacing,
walks, curbs, gutters, culverts, drives, and other accessways.
(7)
Utilities on and adjacent to the tract shall be identified by
location, size, and invert elevation of sanitary, storm, and combined
sewers; location and size of water mains; location of gas lines, fire
hydrants and alarms, electric and telephone poles, and streetlights.
(If any of the above are not available at site, indicate direction
and distance to the nearest one and furnish a statement of availability
if proposed to be used.)
(8)
Watercourses, drainage channels, marshes, rock outcrop, wooded
areas, fences, railroads, and other significant features shall be
shown.
(9)
Topography shall be shown as follows:
(a)
For areas within the regulatory floodplain and for all floodplain
permits, elevations shall be shown at property corners and topographic
contour lines at one-foot intervals shall be shown on the remainder
of the property.
(b)
For areas outside the regulatory floodplain and with slopes
of more than 15%, five-foot contours shall be shown across the entire
property.
(c)
For all other cases, two-foot contours shall be shown across
the entire property.
(d)
Spot elevations shall be used where dictated by professional
practice. Spot elevations may be substituted for contours at the discretion
of the Floodplain Administrator or Stormwater Officer, whichever applies.
(10)
Names of owners of adjacent parcels of land.
(11)
Reference to any covenants designed to regulate land use in
the proposal and otherwise protect the proposed development.
(12)
All requirements, including but not limited to the zoning category
and lot restrictions as listed in Part 3, Zoning, that apply to the
proposal shall be listed on the plan. If applicable, any urban renewal
requirements shall also be shown.
(13)
Location, width, and purpose of any easements.
(14)
Registered engineer's and/or surveyor's seal and signature,
as appropriate.
(15)
All elevations required on plans shall be based upon the North
American Vertical Datum of 1988. A registered surveyor shall document
on plans the elevation reference marks and how they are tied into
the NGVD.
(16)
Location of the development site within the watershed(s) and
watershed subarea(s). On all site drawings, show the boundaries of
the watershed(s) and subarea(s) as they are located on the development
site and identify watershed name(s) and subarea number(s).
(17)
All bodies of water (natural or artificial), watercourses (permanent
and intermittent), swales, wetlands and other natural drainagecourses
on the development site, or which will be affected by runoff from
the development shall be shown and identified.
(18)
A sheet showing soil types and locations within the development
site (consult county, Natural Resources Conservation Service and United
States Geological Survey for information).
D.
For applications under Article XVI of Title 4, relating to stormwater management, the following additional information shall be shown on the plan:
(1)
Existing and final land cover classifications, as necessary
to support and illustrate the runoff calculations performed.
(2)
Delineated boundaries of the drainage areas employed in the
runoff calculations performed.
(3)
Existing stormwater management or drainage controls and/or structures,
such as sanitary and storm sewers, swales, culverts, etc., which are
located on the development site, or which are located off site but
will be affected by runoff from the development.
(4)
All proposed stormwater runoff control measures, including methods
for collecting, conveying and storing stormwater runoff on site, which
are to be used both during and after construction. Erosion and sedimentation
controls shall be shown in accordance with this article. The plan
shall provide information on the exact type, location, sizing, design
and construction of all proposed facilities and relationship to the
existing watershed drainage system. The plan shall include technical
specifications for materials and methods to be used in the construction
of the stormwater management facilities.
(a)
If the development is to be constructed in stages, the applicant
must demonstrate that stormwater facilities will be installed to manage
stormwater runoff safely during each stage of development.
(b)
A schedule for the installation of all temporary and permanent
stormwater control measures and devices shall be submitted.
(5)
A notation of the total impervious area before and after construction.
(6)
If the facility is to be connected to an existing storm system
(separate or combined), the plans shall indicate the location of the
connection, the size of the connection, and the material to be used
for the connection.
E.
For applications under Article XVII of Part 4, relating to the Floodplain Regulations, an architectural structural plan for all proposed buildings, structures, and other building improvements, drawn at suitable scale by a registered architect or engineer showing the following, shall be submitted:
(1)
The proposed lowest-floor elevation of any proposed building
based upon North American Vertical Datum of 1988 and proposed ground
elevations if finished grade is different than the elevations identified
on the site plan.
(2)
The elevation of the one-percent-annual-chance flood event.
(3)
Information concerning flood depths, pressures, velocities,
impact and uplift forces, and other factors associated with a one-hundred-year
flood.
(4)
Detailed information concerning any proposed floodproofing measures.
F.
The following reports and documentation shall be filed with the application:
(1)
Where the proposed development requires an obstruction permit
from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection or an
erosion/sedimentation permit from the Blair County Conservation District,
evidence that the applicant has filed for the necessary permits. Final
plan approval shall be granted subject to the receipt of such permits.
No building permit shall be issued, nor construction started, until
the permits are received and copies filed with the City.
(2)
For stormwater management plans:
(a)
Calculations for determining predevelopment and post-development discharge rates and for designing proposed stormwater control facilities must be submitted with the stormwater management plan. All calculations shall be prepared using the methods and data prescribed by Article XVI, Stormwater Management, of Part 4.
(b)
The stormwater management plan (including all calculations)
shall be prepared and sealed by a registered professional engineer,
surveyor or landscape architect with training and expertise in hydrology
and hydraulics. Documentation of qualifications may be required by
the City of Altoona.
(c)
All existing and proposed easements and rights-of-way for drainage
and/or access to stormwater control facilities shall be shown, along
with any areas subject to special deed restrictions relative to or
affecting stormwater management on the development site.
(d)
Covenants and maintenance schedules necessary to properly maintain
the stormwater management control devices in proper working order.
(e)
The proposed maintenance plan for all stormwater control facilities,
which, at a minimum, shall:
[1]
Identify the proposed ownership entity (e.g., City of Altoona,
property owner, private corporation, homeowners' association, or other
entity).
[2]
Identify the type of maintenance, probable frequencies, personnel
and equipment requirements and estimated annual maintenance costs.
[3]
Identify method of financing continuing operation and maintenance
if the facility is to be owned by other than a governmental agency.
[4]
Include copies of any legal agreements required to implement
the maintenance program and, if applicable, copies of the maintenance
agreement as required by this article.
(f)
Submit financial guarantees in accordance with the provisions
of Part 9.
(g)
Proof of application for any approvals and/or permits relative
to stormwater management that will be required from other governmental
agencies. Copies of applications may be requested by the City where
such copies will aid plan review. These other approvals are not required
prior to filing an application under this article.
(3)
For floodplain management plans:
(a)
A document, certified by a registered engineer or architect,
which states that the proposed construction or development has been
adequately designed to withstand the elevations, pressures, velocities,
impact and uplift forces associated with the one-percent-annual-chance
flood event. Such statement shall include a description of the type
and extent of the floodproofing measures which have been incorporated
into the design of the structure and/or the development proposal.
(b)
Detailed information needed to determine compliance with § 535-115D(6),
Storage, and § 535-116, Development which may endanger human
life, including:
[1]
The amount, location, and purpose of any materials or substances
referred to in §§ 535-115D(6) and 535-116 which are
intended to be used, produced, stored or otherwise maintained on site.
[2]
A description of the safeguards incorporated into the design
of the proposed structure to prevent leaks or spills of the dangerous
materials or substances intended to be used, produced, stored, or
otherwise maintained on site.
(c)
The appropriate component of the Department of Environmental
Protection's "Planning Module for Land Development."
(d)
Where any excavation or grading is proposed, a plan meeting
the requirements of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection,
Office of Resources Management, Bureau of Soil and Water Conservation,
Division of Soil Resources and Erosion Control "Soil Erosion and Sedimentation
Control Manual" to implement and maintain erosion and sedimentation
control.
