A. 
For the purposes of this chapter, the Township of Elsinboro is hereby divided into districts as follows:
[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]
CONS
Conservation
RR-A
Rural Residential-Agricultural
LR
Low Density Residential
MR
Medium Density Residential
C
Commercial
B. 
District map. The boundaries of these zoning districts are established on the map entitled "Elsinboro Township Zoning Map," dated February 1, 1979, or as may be subsequently amended. Said map and all notions, references, and dates pertaining to zoning and zoning districts shown thereon are hereby incorporated by reference into this chapter and shall be as much a part of this chapter as if they were fully described herein.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: The Zoning Map is included as an attachment to this chapter.
C. 
Interpretation. Where uncertainty exists as to the exact location of any boundary shown on said Zoning Map, the following rules shall apply:
(1) 
Zoning boundary lines are intended to follow the line of streets, railroad rights-of-way, or stream channels and other natural features where possible. Where zoning boundaries do not follow such features, they shall be determined either by the dimensions shown on the map or by use of the graphic scale shown thereon.
(2) 
Where boundary lines are not fixed by dimensions and where they do not scale more than 10 feet distant from a plat or tax map line, such lot lines shall be construed to be the boundary line.
(3) 
Where physical or cultural features existing on the ground are at variance with those shown on the Official Zoning Map, or in other circumstances not covered by Subsection C(1) and (2) above, the Planning Board shall interpret the district boundaries.
[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]
[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]
The zoning district categories, location, and regulation have been based upon the Township land use policy established in the Elsinboro Township Master Plan. The justification and intent of each zoning district as expressed in the adopted plan are summarized below:
A. 
CONS - Conservation District. The Conservation District includes the extensive wetlands of the Township and much of the flood-prone areas. The intent of the regulations for the district is to preserve the sensitive ecological balance in this part of the Township and to preclude development. Development of any type would only be permitted in extraordinary circumstances because of the sensitive ecology, severe limitations for development, and the flood-prone nature of the area.
B. 
RR-A - Rural Residential-Agricultural District. The Rural Residential-Agricultural District encompasses most of the inland portion of the Township. This area is characterized by prime agricultural soils amidst large, poorly drained areas. The intent of this zoning district is to maintain land economics favorable to farming activity and to minimize the potential for and impact of residential development in this area. Because of the moderate and severe limitations for the on-site disposal of septic effluent, only rural residential development is permitted on a minimum lot size in excess of one acre.
C. 
LR - Low Density Residential District. The Low Density Residential District includes much of the area along the Delaware River. The intent of the zoning district regulations is to encourage continued residential development in this area in deference to other parts of the Township. The density of permitted development is based on the capability of the land to support residential development.
D. 
MR - Medium Density Residential District. Residential development is also encouraged in this partially developed area near Salem City. The Medium Density Residential District is appropriate for some continued residential growth because of excellent development capabilities as well as the proximity to facilities, services, and employment in Salem City. Concentrated residential development will be confined to this district to prevent further impacts on agricultural activities.
E. 
C - Commercial District. The intent of the Commercial District is to encourage limited retail commercial establishments and professional services to locate in proximity to the existing and proposed residential area (LR) in the western part of the Township.