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Town of Pittsford, NY
Monroe County
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All applications shall be prepared in the following format:
A. 
A letter of intent describing the nature and scope of the subdivision and including information required but not shown on the plans, as well as any unique circumstances and status of conditions specific to the application. The letter should also include any intent to propose any special districts, such as park districts, lighting districts, etc.
B. 
The applicant shall submit completed application forms, as required and approved by the Planning Board.
C. 
The maps, plans and/or drawings contained in an application for approval of a proposed subdivision shall be accurately and legibly drawn in accordance with accepted engineering practice, fine black line on mylar or other reproducible substance at a suitable scale, and shall be clearly designated as to the type of application (minor, conventional concept plan, cluster development concept plan, preliminary, or final).
D. 
Sheet sizes shall be a minimum size of 8 1/2 inches by 11 inches and shall not exceed a maximum size of 34 inches by 44 inches. The preferred sheet size is 22 inches by 34 inches.
E. 
The scale for plats and/or plans shall be fifty feet to one inch or greater except concept plans which may be submitted at 100 feet to one inch.
F. 
If the application contains more than one page, each page must contain, in the lower right-hand corner, the subdivision name, the page number and, when applicable, provisions for recording any and all revision dates and space for Planning Board action. In addition, the first page shall contain an index located in the upper left-hand corner of the page.
G. 
The names and addresses of the record owner of the land and the applicant and the name, seal and address of the designer, engineer and/or surveyor who made the plan, shall appear in the lower right-hand corner of the plan.
H. 
The north arrow shall be oriented either towards the top of the page or the right of the page, preferably towards the top.
I. 
Any necessary signature or approval lines and/or boxes.
J. 
The number of copies of all application materials shall be as required and approved by the Planning Board.
An application for approval of a conventional concept plan shall be prepared in accordance with the requirements of § 175-23 of these regulations, clearly marked as a conventional concept plan and shall contain, at a minimum, the following:
A. 
Application cover sheet.
B. 
A statement that the applicant has read and understands the intent of the requirements of these regulations and the application for approval of the conventional concept plan of the proposed subdivision is complete, meets both the intent and the requirements of these regulations and that every lot in the subdivision meets the requirements of the Zoning Code[1] for the zoning district in which it is located, unless otherwise noted.
[1]
Editor's Note: Editor's Note: See Ch. 185, Zoning.
C. 
A statement that the applicant is the owner, or contract vendee with owner authorization, of all of the land comprising the subdivision.
D. 
An Environmental Assessment Form, Part I, containing sufficient information in order to meet the requirements of SEQRA.
E. 
A completed site capacity calculation worksheet in the form adopted by the Town Board and approved by the Planning Board.
F. 
Boundaries of the tract to be subdivided, plotted to scale. If the applicant intends to develop the tract in stages, the entire tract shall nevertheless be included in the conventional concept plan with the stages identified.
G. 
Natural Features Map, providing sufficient data to describe the site in its existing condition which shall include, at a minimum, the following:
(1) 
A topographic survey showing ground contours adjacent to and within the tract to be subdivided at intervals of no more than two feet of elevation, based on Town datum (United States Coast and Geodetic Survey).
(2) 
All pertinent topographic and planimetric features within and adjoining the tract, including existing streets, existing buildings, walls, fences, individual or small groups of large trees, trails, monuments, rock ridges and outcroppings, historic monuments, distinctive geographic features.
(3) 
Any portion of the site that includes slopes of 15% to 25%, slopes greater than 25%, wetlands, wood lots, watercourses and their one-hundred-year flood limits, and water bodies together with their elevations and date of measurement, all shown with the acreage of each portion.
H. 
Soils Map, showing type by series name and/or map symbol based on the latest soil survey of Monroe County, New York, prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture Natural Resources which shall be accompanied by:
(1) 
A columnar report based on the table within the aforementioned soil survey entitled "Estimated Degree and Kind of Limitations for Selected Non-Farm Uses" of all soil types by series' name and map symbol and their estimated degree and kind of limitation for underground public utilities, disposal of septic tank effluent, home sites, and street and parking lots.
(2) 
Except in the case of applications for a minor subdivision, two copies of a transparent overlay with differentiating symbols showing any soils with a severe limitation, drawn at the same scale and sheet size as the natural features map.
I. 
Conventional concept plan, providing sufficient data to determine the intended design and layout of a proposed major subdivision drawn to the same scale and sheet size as the Natural Features Map which shall include, as a minimum, the following:
(1) 
Identification of the plan by name of the owner of record and location of the land in question, including the Assessor's Tax Map number and lot number, north point and date.
(2) 
The names of all abutting property owners, as determined from the most recent local tax list, unless the applicant shall have more recent knowledge of such abutters.
(3) 
The locus of the land shown on the plan, preferably at a scale of 1,000 feet to the inch, with sufficient information to accurately locate the plan, and showing the boundaries of the abutting properties.
(4) 
Location of any zoning district boundaries that may lie within the locus of the plan.
(5) 
All the remaining contiguous land and water areas and frontage of the land in ownership of the applicant, together with a feasible future street access for any such abutting lands that may require access to a public right-of-way through lands shown on the conventional concept plan.
(6) 
General note indicating the existing zoning district, the applicable area requirements and any decisions that will be required by the Zoning Board of Appeals, including, but not limited to, variances regarding the lots and/or any buildings thereon.
(7) 
General note indicating the project statistics to include total acres of the site, total number of lots.
(8) 
The boundary lines of the proposed lots, with lot numbers, approximate areas and dimensions.
(9) 
The names, location and widths of adjacent streets, and of streets approaching or within reasonable proximity to the subdivision.
(10) 
The existing and proposed lines of streets, rights-of-way, easements, reservations and any public or common areas within the subdivision, in a general manner.
(11) 
Letter designation in lieu of names of any proposed streets.
(12) 
Schematic indication of proposed system for stormwater drainage, including site drainage patterns, adjacent to existing natural waterways intended to receive drainage effluent, and indication as to the need for detention.
(13) 
Schematic indication of proposed source of water supply, method of sewage disposal, and any other utilities.
(14) 
Two copies of a transparent overlay of the conventional concept plan.
J. 
Additional requirements.
(1) 
To facilitate review of the plans by the appropriate authorities, at the time of filing of the application, the applicant shall stake the streets at sufficient interval to allow orientation of board members for a field walk.
(2) 
The applicant shall provide a written statement and plan, if determined appropriate by the Town Engineer, indicating how the applicant intends to comply with the stormwater management and erosion and sediment control requirements outlined in Chapter 127 of this Code.[2]
[2]
Editor's Note: See Ch. 127, Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control.
(3) 
If, in the opinion of the Planning Board, additional information, such as aerial photographs, would aid in the approval process, the applicant shall be notified in writing as to what additional information is required and shall furnish same to the Planning Board.
An application for approval of a cluster development concept plan shall be clearly marked as a cluster development concept plan, and shall contain, at a minimum, the following:
A. 
All items identified for a conventional concept plan under § 175-24 of these regulations.
B. 
A complete application for permission to subdivide such parcel under the provisions of § 278 of the Town Law which shall include a detailed statement describing the premise of the cluster development concept plan and shall include a statement as to how the following benefits shall accrue to the Town as a result of approval to subdivide under the provision of § 278:
(1) 
As compared to the conventional concept plan submitted and, in general, how the proposed average density concept plan will promote the best use of the land;
(2) 
As compared to the conventional concept plan submitted, how the proposed cluster development plan will facilitate the adequate and economic provision of streets and utilities;
(3) 
How the proposed cluster development concept plan will preserve the natural and scenic qualities of open space and/or historic resources;
(4) 
That the proposed density does not exceed the density allowed in the applicable zoning district;
(5) 
How the proposal addresses lands for parks, recreation, open space, or other municipal purposes;
(6) 
That no part of the proposal is a change of use allowed in the applicable zoning district.
C. 
The cluster development concept plan layout, providing sufficient data to determine the intended design and layout of a proposed major subdivision drawn to the same scale and sheet size as the Natural Features Map and conventional concept plan, which shall include, as a minimum, the following:
(1) 
General note indicating the area requirements that would apply, including, but not limited to, lot area, average lot width, front, side and rear setbacks.
(2) 
Two copies of a transparent overlay of the cluster development concept plan.
D. 
Unless waived by the Planning Board, the applicant shall also submit a conventional concept plan, containing the items set forth in § 175-24I of these regulations, so as to demonstrate that the proposed cluster development would not result in an increase in density over the density allowed by a conventional concept plan.
An application for approval of a preliminary plat shall be prepared in accordance with the requirements of § 175-23 of these regulations, include all maps, drawings, plans and documents of the concept plan upon which it is based, shall comply with the conditions and/or modifications required in the approval for said concept plan, shall comply with the design requirements of these regulations, shall be clearly designated as a preliminary plat and, in addition, shall contain, at a minimum, the following:
A. 
Application cover sheet.
B. 
A subdivision plat record sheet, providing sufficient data to determine the location, direction and length of every street and right-of-way, line, lot line, and boundary line, and to establish these lines on the ground, which shall include:
(1) 
All information required for a conventional and/or cluster development concept plan.
(2) 
The lengths and bearings of the subdivision plat boundary lines.
(3) 
Each lot shall be delineated with lot number, approximate boundary lines to scale, area in square feet, frontage on public rights-of-way and setback lines.
(4) 
The lines of existing and proposed rights-of-way within the subdivision and adjoining properties which shall include the width, point of curvature, point of tangency, minimum radii and minimum tangent distances.
(5) 
The lines of existing and proposed streets within the subdivision and adjoining properties which shall include pavement lines, gutter lines, radius of culs-de-sac, and center-line stationing.
(6) 
The names of existing and proposed streets and/or private drives.
(7) 
The lines of existing and proposed sidewalks within the subdivision and adjoining properties.
(8) 
The lines, widths and purposes of existing and proposed easements and/or reservations immediately adjoining and within the subdivision.
(9) 
The lines and approximate dimensions and acreage of all property which is offered, or to be offered, for dedication for public use, with the purpose indicated thereon, and of all property that is proposed to be reserved by deed covenant for the common use of the property owners of the subdivision.
(10) 
Location of all permanent monuments properly identified as to whether existing or proposed.
(11) 
Sealed by a licensed professional engineer and/or a licensed land surveyor as evidence of professional responsibility for the preparation of the record sheet.
(12) 
Delineation of one-hundred-year flood limits of any watercourse whose said limits extend to the land to be subdivided. Such line of demarcation shall have a unique indication and shall be clearly labeled "one-hundred-year flood limits of (name of watercourse").
C. 
A utility plan sealed by a licensed professional engineer and/or a licensed land surveyor as evidence of professional responsibility for the preparation of the utility plan and which shall include:
(1) 
All items required for the subdivision plat record sheet;
(2) 
Typical cross sections of proposed streets;
(3) 
Profiles of proposed streets at suitable vertical scale showing finished grades in relation to existing ground elevation where it is required by the Commissioner of Public Works;
(4) 
The location, size and material of any existing and proposed stormwater or sanitary sewers and any stormwater or sanitary sewer into which any connection is proposed along with distance between manholes, minimum grade, invert elevation, manhole designation and center-line stationing;
(5) 
Profiles of proposed stormwater or sanitary sewers at suitable vertical scale showing finished grades in relationship to existing ground elevations where it is required by the appropriate sewer district;
(6) 
Location and size of any water supply and sewage disposal systems, and evidence that such provisions meet the standards for approval of the Monroe County Department of Health, and the Monroe County Water Authority;
(7) 
Plan and typical cross section of proposed sidewalks or public accesses as required;
(8) 
Typical lot layout showing curb cuts, lateral connection to all utilities, drainage inlets in gutter areas, driveways, any other lot improvements;
(9) 
A general note indicating brief specifications and/or reference to Town or any other standards for all facilities to be constructed or installed within the subdivision;
(10) 
Standard details and any special detail or cross sections.
D. 
A grading/drainage plan, which shall include:
(1) 
A subdivision grading plan referenced to USGS datum showing proposed topography at a maximum of one-foot contour intervals with grading details to indicate proposed street grades, and elevations, building site grades and elevations and drainage patterns throughout the subdivision and extended approximately 200 feet beyond property boundaries;
(2) 
Grading calculations sufficient to determine the approximate balance between cut and fill;
(3) 
A general note indicating the disposition of topsoil on the site. Such note shall include how topsoil will be handled in areas of cut and fill; how topsoil will be stockpiled, if applicable; the minimum amount of topsoil to be redistributed to the site; and that no topsoil may leave the site without prior permission from the Commissioner of Public Works;
(4) 
Symbols, showing the highest known high-water mark of the one-hundred-year flood zone, based on flood zone rate maps or the Town's comprehensive drainage plan, with all benchmarks to be noted and to be based on USGS datum;
(5) 
Plan, profiles, typical and special cross sections of proposed detention/retention ponds, streams, creeks, and swales;
(6) 
A statement concerning the status of the proposed project in relationship to the removal, fill or dredge of any bank, meadow or swamp bordering on any inland water;
(7) 
The location and species of all existing trees outside of any identified woodlot area with trunks over 12 inches in diameter measured four feet above the finished ground level and shall clearly indicate which of these shall be preserved; and
(8) 
A clear indication of any other site features that are to be retained.
E. 
A stormwater pollution prevention plan, in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 127 of this Code.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: See Ch. 127, Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control.
F. 
A subdivision development plan shall be submitted for any proposed subdivisions to show any other improvements, including special districts, such as park, lighting or other districts, which the Planning Board may require as part of its approval or which the applicant intends to accomplish as part of the development of the overall subdivision. For example, this may include landscaping details, street trees, entrance signs, walls and planters, street lighting, etc.
G. 
If, in the opinion of the Planning Board, additional information, such as aerial photographs, would aid in the approval process, the applicant shall be notified in writing as to what additional information is required and shall furnish same to the Planning Board.
An application for approval of a final plat shall include all maps, drawings, plans and documents of the preliminary plat and plans upon which it is based, shall comply with the conditions and/or modifications of the resolution of approval of said preliminary plat, shall be clearly designated as a final plat, and in addition shall contain, at a minimum, the following:
A. 
Application cover sheet.
B. 
All necessary data to determine the precise metes and bounds of:
(1) 
Every proposed subdivision lot line, including precise area in square feet;
(2) 
Any proposed street and/or private drive;
(3) 
Any proposed easement and/or reservation; and
(4) 
Any property which is offered, or to be offered, for dedication for public use or for any property that is proposed to be reserved by deed covenant for the common use of the property owners of the subdivision.
C. 
Final profiles, cross sections and details of any proposed street and/or private drive, utilities, drainage facilities and any other items which may be required.
D. 
Certification of all plans by a licensed professional engineer and/or licensed land surveyor as evidence of professional responsibility for the preparation.
E. 
Stormwater pollution prevention plan, as required by Chapter 127 of this Code.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: See Ch. 127, Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control.
F. 
Compliance with Monroe County Monumentation Law.
G. 
Location of all survey monuments. Before acceptance of the dedication of the proposed streets, a certificate by a licensed survey or professional engineer must be placed on the final plat.
H. 
An affidavit from the applicant/developer that the specifications contained herein and of the Town for highways, sanitary and storm sewers will be complied with and that a record map of construction (as-built map) will be submitted to the Town upon completion of the construction at no cost to the Town.
I. 
Approved copies of all variances, exceptions, special district extensions, waivers, permits and/or covenants required by the Planning Board and these regulations, in a form acceptable to the Town Attorney.
J. 
Proof from the Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation that gas and electric service is available for the proposed subdivision.
K. 
Payment of all required fees and/or review costs.
L. 
Permit(s) from the agency having jurisdiction over road cuts and/or driveway cuts.
M. 
Signature of approval on plat and plans from the Town Engineer, Superintendent of Sewers, Superintendent of Highways, Monroe County Water Authority, Monroe County Pure Waters and Monroe County Health Department.
N. 
The declaration of intent by the owner that the fee in and to the proposed streets and of the proposed street widenings shall be dedicated by deed of conveyance.
O. 
The declaration by the owner that no part of the land proposed to be subdivided for human habitation lies under water or is subject to flood.
P. 
The declaration by the owner that, at the owner's expense, the required improvements in accordance with applicable state law will be installed.
Q. 
Verification of the creation and/or extension of any applicable special districts.
R. 
Duly executed easements.
S. 
Duly executed offer of dedication of any proposed public streets.
T. 
Duly executed offer of dedication of any lands proposed to be conveyed to the Town.
U. 
Warranty deed and related recording documents for any lands to be conveyed to the Town, including highway rights-of-way.
V. 
Letter of credit or alternative financial guarantee, in an amount equal to 100% of the total cost of the proposed construction furnished by the developer to the Town to be kept in effect until such time as the project is accepted by the Town.
W. 
An affidavit that the developer will furnish any required financial security.
X. 
Three completed applications for approval of plat.