The sketch plan review submission shall include the following
maps and materials:
A.
A key map, for the purpose of locating the property being subdivided,
drawn at a scale not smaller than one inch equals 2,000 feet and showing
the relation of the property, differentiated by tone or pattern, to
adjoining property and to all streets, roads and municipal boundaries
existing within one mile of any part of the property. The key map
may be based on USGS quad sheet maps.
B.
A map illustrating an analysis of natural drainage patterns and water
resources within the proposed subdivision tract, including delineation
of streams, natural drainage swales, ponds and lakes, wetlands, floodplains
subject to a 100-year-flood frequency, and permanent and seasonal
high water table areas. The map shall be based on USGS quad sheets,
County Soil Survey Maps, and the Flood Boundary and Floodway Map from
the Municipal Flood Insurance Study, when available.
C.
A topographic map of the site based on USGS quad sheets.
D.
A map delineating additional significant physical features within
the proposed subdivision tract, such as woodland areas, large trees,
rock outcroppings and scenic views. The map may be based on USGS quad
sheets and on-site survey work.
F.
A letter of intent and a sketch of the proposed subdivision or land
development tract at a scale of one inch equals 100 feet explaining
and illustrating the developer's general development concepts
for the tract. The type of development, density of development, form
of ownership, circulation patterns, and means of providing major utility
service should be explained and illustrated. The sketch may be based
on deed and Tax Map information.
C.
If the preliminary plan requires more than one sheet, a key diagram
illustrating relative location of the several sections shall be drawn
on each sheet.
D.
The preliminary plan shall indicate the following data:
(1)
Name and address of the record owner.
(2)
Name of the developer if different from the owner.
(3)
Name of the proposed subdivision.
(4)
Name of the municipality or municipalities within which the subdivision
is proposed.
(5)
Names of all adjoining subdivisions, if any, and the names of owners
of all adjacent unplatted land.
(6)
Name, address, license number, and seal of the registered surveyor
responsible for the subdivision plan. The surveyor shall sign a statement
attesting to the accuracy of the survey.
(7)
North point, graphic scale, written scale, and date, including the
month, day and year, that the original drawing was completed, and
the month, day and year that the original drawing was revised, for
each revision.
(8)
A key map, for the purpose of locating the property being subdivided,
drawn at a scale not smaller than one inch equals 2,000 feet and showing
the relationship of the property, differentiated by tone or pattern,
to adjoining property and to all streets, roads, and municipal boundaries,
within one mile of any part of the property.
(9)
Total tract boundaries of the property being subdivided showing bearings
and distances, and a statement of total acreage of the property.
(10)
Tax Map sheet, block and lot numbers within the proposed subdivision
tract obtained from the County Tax Assessor's office.
(11)
The zoning district or districts within which the proposed subdivision
is located.
(12)
All existing buildings or other structures within the proposed
subdivision tract.
(13)
All existing streets, including streets of record (recorded
but not constructed), on or adjoining the tract, including names,
right-of-way widths, and pavement widths.
(14)
All existing sewer lines, septic systems, storm sewers, waterlines,
community water supply wells within 400 feet of the project, private
water supply wells within 100 feet of the project, fire hydrants,
utility transmission lines, culverts, bridges, railroads, other man-made
features, watercourses and wetlands within the proposed subdivision
tract and immediately adjacent to the subdivision tract.
(15)
Location, width, and purpose of existing easements and utility
rights-of-way within the proposed subdivision tract.
(16)
Contour lines at vertical intervals of not more than two feet
for land with an average natural slope of 5% or less, and at intervals
of not more than five feet for land with an average natural slope
exceeding 5%. Contour lines for off-site drainage areas impacting
the project. Location and elevation of the data to which contour elevations
refer shall be the closest United States Geologic Survey established
benchmark, where available.
(17)
Signature blocks for the Pen Argyl Borough Council and the Pen
Argyl Planning Commission approval of the subdivision.
(18)
A signature block for the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission
to denote its review of the subdivision.
(19)
The following owner's statement shall be placed on the
plan. The owner(s) shall execute the statement before a notary public.
The seal of the notary public acknowledging the owner(s) statement
shall be impressed on the plan. The statement shall read, "We (I),
the owners of this plat of land being duly sworn according to law,
depose and say we (I) are (am) the sole owner(s) of this property
in peaceful possession of it and there are no suits pending affecting
title of same."
(20)
Proposed locations of wells (if any), proposed locations of
subsurface disposal fields and alternate fields (if any), and the
locations of percolation test holes and soil probe pits (if any).
(21)
A signature block, executed by the applicant, shall read, "The
applicant hereby authorizes the staff of the Borough of Pen Argyl
and its consultants to enter upon and inspect the site for the purposes
of conducting a review and determining consistency with the requirements
of the Pen Argyl SALDO during the pendency of the application before
the Borough of Pen Argyl."
(22)
Significant natural features, including, but not limited to,
floodplains, ponds and lakes, wooded areas and trees of greater than
eight inches in caliper. Floodplain information shall delineate the
bounds of the 100-year floodplain, floodway and flood-fringe.
(23)
The full plan of proposed development, including:
(a)
Location and width of all streets and rights-of-way, with a
statement of any conditions governing their use.
(b)
Suggested street names.
(c)
Utility easement locations.
(d)
Building setback lines along each street.
(e)
Lot lines with approximate dimensions.
(f)
A statement of the intended use of all nonresidential lots and
parcels.
(g)
Lot numbers, a statement of total number of lots and parcels
and the lot size in square feet or acres for each lot.
(h)
Sanitary and/or storm sewers (and other drainage facilities),
with the size and material of each indicated, and any proposed connections
with existing facilities.
(i)
Parks, playgrounds and other areas dedicated or reserved for
public or common use, with any conditions governing such use.
(j)
Location, width, and purpose of proposed easements and utility
rights-of-way.
(k)
Copies of the proposed deed restrictions and protective and
restrictive covenants referenced to the preliminary plan.
(l)
A contour grading plan.
E.
The preliminary plan shall be accompanied by the following supplementary
data unless the Pen Argyl Borough Council, upon the advice of the
Borough Engineer, has determined that the submission of such data
is not necessary:
(2)
A stormwater management site plan for the proposed subdivision tract which includes the following, in addition to the requirements of Subsection D:
(a)
A narrative with a general description of the proposed subdivision
and/or land development and a general description of proposed permanent
stormwater controls, including any effects of the project on surrounding
properties, aquatic features, and on any existing stormwater conveyance
system.
(b)
Maps of the project area showing:
[1]
Soil types and boundaries based on the Northampton County Soil
Survey.
[2]
Proposed structures, paved areas and buildings.
[3]
Stormwater management district boundaries applicable to the
site.
[4]
A schematic showing all tributaries contributing flow to the
site and all existing man-made features beyond the property boundary
that would be affected by the project.
(c)
Stormwater management controls.
[1]
All stormwater management controls must be shown on a map and
described, including:
[a]
Groundwater recharge methods, such as seepage pits,
beds or trenches. When these structures are used, the locations of
septic tank infiltration areas and wells must be shown.
[b]
Other control devices or methods, such as rooftop
storage, semipervious paving materials, grass swales, parking lot
ponding, vegetated strips, detention or retention ponds, storm sewers,
etc.
[2]
All stormwater runoff calculations, assumptions, documentation
and criteria used in the design of the control device or method to
demonstrate that the maximum practicable measures have been taken
to meet the requirements of this chapter.
[3]
All site testing data used to determine the sketch of infiltration
on a site.
[4]
All details and specifications for the construction of the stormwater
management controls and BMPs.
(d)
The BMP operations and maintenance plan (O&M), as required in § 93-30D, describing how each permanent stormwater BMP will be operated and maintained and the identity of the person(s) responsible for operations and maintenance. A statement must be included, signed by the landowner, acknowledging that the stormwater BMPs are fixtures that cannot be altered or removed without approval by the Borough.
(e)
An environmental resources site design assessment that describes
the following:
[1]
The extent to which the proposed grading and impervious cover
avoid disturbance of significant environmental resources and preserve
existing site hydrology.
[2]
An assessment of whether alternative grading and impervious
cover site design could lessen the disturbance of significant environmental
resources and/or make better use of the site hydrologic resources.
[3]
A description of how the proposed stormwater management controls
and BMPs serve to mitigate any adverse impacts on environmental resources
on the site.
[4]
Significant environmental resources considered in the site design
assessment include, but are not limited to, steep slopes, ponds, lakes,
streams, wetlands, hydric soils, floodplains, riparian vegetation,
native vegetation and special geologic features.
(3)
A landscape plan, where applicable, according to the standards set forth in § 93-33B(2), Landscaping.
(4)
In the case of subdivisions or land development plans to be developed
in stages or sections, over a period of time, a map delineating each
stage or section of the proposed subdivision or land development consecutively
numbered so as to illustrate phasing of development and a schedule
indicating the approximate time for which application for final approval
of each stage or section is intended to be filed.
(5)
Preliminary designs of any bridges or culverts which may be required.
Such designs shall meet all applicable requirements of the Pennsylvania
Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Dams and Encroachments,
and/or the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
(6)
A map illustrating the entire contiguous holdings of the landowner
indicating the area or scope of ultimate proposed subdivision and
delineating the area which the preliminary plan encompasses.
(7)
A sketch map of the proposed road system for the remainder of the
area not included in the preliminary plan.
(8)
When water service to the proposed subdivision is to be provided
by an existing community system, the developer shall submit one copy
of a letter from the utility which agrees to extend water service,
subject to the execution of a service agreement.
(9)
Certification of sewage disposal systems.
(a)
When sewage disposal service to the proposed subdivision is
to be provided by an existing public system, the developer shall submit
one copy of a letter from the agency, authority or utility which agrees
to provide sewer service subject to the execution of a service agreement.
(b)
When sewage disposal service for the proposed subdivision is
to be by individual on-lot sewage disposal systems, the applicant
shall submit two copies of the Municipal Sewage Enforcement Officer's
approval of the planning module.
(10)
If the subdivision or land development includes wetlands or
hydric soils, the applicant shall submit either a written determination
from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers that the area does not contain
wetlands, or copies of permits for the proposed activity from the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pursuant to Sections 9 and 10 of the
River and Harbor Act of 1899, Section 404 of the Clean Water Act,[1] and Section 103 of the Marine Protection Research and
Sanctuaries Act[2] and from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental
Protection pursuant to the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act.[3] A copy of any wetlands study prepared for the property,
including a study prepared for the use of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
or the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection shall be
submitted.
(11)
Traffic impact study and report.
(a)
A traffic impact study and report shall be required for proposed
developments that meet one or more of the following criteria:
[1]
Residential: 100 or more dwelling units.
[2]
Commercial: a commercial building or buildings consisting of
20,000 square feet or more of total floor area.
[3]
Office: a development consisting of 100,000 square feet or more
of total floor area.
[4]
Industrial: a development consisting of 200,000 square feet
or more of total floor area.
[5]
Other: a use generating 1,000 or more trips per day as determined
by generation rates published by the Institute of Transportation Engineers
or if determined necessary by the Borough.
(b)
Traffic impact study. The study will enable the Borough Council
to assess the impact of a proposed development on the traffic system.
Its purpose is to ensure that proposed developments do not adversely
affect the traffic network and to identify any traffic problems associated
with access from the site onto the existing roads. The study's
purpose is also to delineate solutions to potential problems and to
present improvements to be incorporated into the proposed development.
Traffic impact reports shall be based on the following criteria:
[1]
General site description. The site description shall include
the size, location, proposed land uses, construction, staging and
completion date or types of dwelling units. A brief description of
other major existing and proposed land developments within 1/2 mile
of the proposal which shall constitute the study area.
[2]
Traffic facilities description. The description shall contain
a full documentation of the proposed internal and existing highway
system. The report shall describe the external roadway system within
the area. Major intersections in the area shall be identified and
diagrammed. All future highway improvements which are part of proposed
surrounding developments shall be noted and included in the calculations.
[3]
Existing traffic conditions. Existing traffic conditions shall
be measured and documented for all streets and intersections in the
area. Existing traffic volumes for average daily traffic, peak highway
hour(s) traffic and peak development-generated hour(s) traffic shall
be recorded. Traffic counts at major intersections in the study area
shall be included in the report. A volume/capacity analysis based
upon existing volumes shall be performed during the peak highway hour(s)
and the peak development-generated hour(s) for all streets and major
intersections in the study area. Levels of service shall be determined
for each major road segment and turning movement. Detailed traffic
counts of existing local streets are not required, unless the Borough
Council, upon the advice of the Borough Engineer, would so require.
A tabulation of accident locations during the past two-year period
shall be shown.
[4]
Traffic impact of the development. Estimation of vehicular trips
to result from the proposal shall be computed from the average daily
peak highway hour(s). Vehicular trip-generation rates to be used for
this calculation shall be obtained from the Trip Generation Manual,
published by the Institute of Transportation Engineers. These development-generated
traffic volumes shall be provided for the inbound and outbound traffic
movements as estimated, and the reference source(s) and methodology
followed shall be documented. All turning movements shall be calculated.
These generated volumes shall be distributed to the area and assigned
to the existing streets and intersections throughout the area. Documentation
of all assumptions used in the distribution and assignment phase shall
be provided. Traffic volumes shall be assigned to individual access
points. Any characteristics of the site that will cause particular
trip generation problems shall be noted.
[5]
Analysis of traffic impact.
[a]
The total future traffic demand shall be calculated.
This demand shall consist of the combination of the existing traffic
expanded to the completion year (straight line projections based on
historical data), the development-generated traffic and the traffic
generated by other proposed development is anticipated, calculations
for each stage of completion shall be made. This analysis shall be
performed during the peak highway hour(s) for all roadways and major
intersections in the study area. Volume/capacity calculations shall
be completed for all major intersections.
[b]
All access points shall be examined as to the necessity
of installing traffic signals. This evaluation shall compare the projected
traffic to state warrant regulations for traffic signal installation.
[6]
Conclusions and recommendations. Levels of service for all streets
and intersections shall be listed. All streets and/or intersections
showing a level of service below C shall be considered deficient,
and specific recommendations for the elimination of these problems
shall be listed. This listing of recommended improvements shall include,
but not be limited to, the following elements: internal circulation
design, site access location and design, external roadway and intersection
design and improvements, traffic signal installation and operation
including signal timing. All physical street improvements shall be
shown in sketches.
[7]
Costs of needed projects. Approximate costs for all needed transportation
improvements shall be developed within a defined impact area.
[8]
The project manager for any traffic impact report shall be a
professional traffic engineer or transportation planner, who should
be a member of the Institute for Transportation Engineering.
[9]
The Commission may combine contributions for traffic impact
studies from more than one applicant to accomplish one major coordinated
traffic study.
[10]
Applicant's responsibilities. The applicant
shall respond to the traffic impact report by stating to what degree
he/she is willing to assist in funding any off-site improvements that
are needed and to state what on-site improvements he/she proposes.
[11]
Future stages of development. The traffic study
shall include not only an analysis of one individual project proposed
at one point in time, but also the overall projected impacts of future
development of all nearby lands owned by the applicant or that the
applicant has an option to purchase. The study shall include a projection
of the traffic expected from this development, using reasonable alternatives
if no definite plans are available.
[12]
Other proposed development. The study should also
take in account traffic that can be expected as a result of other
development which has been approved or is being reviewed by the Borough
Council and other development that might reasonably be expected to
occur.
B.
It shall not be necessary to resubmit supporting maps and data submitted with the preliminary plan, as set forth in § 93-19E of this chapter, provided that no change has occurred.
C.
The following additional data shall be illustrated on the final plan:
(1)
The latest source of title to the land as shown by the deed, page
number and book of the County Recorder of Deeds.
(2)
The total tract boundary lines of the area being subdivided with
accurate distances to hundredths of a foot and bearing to 15 seconds.
These boundaries shall be determined by accurate survey in the field,
to an error of closure not to exceed one foot in 10,000 feet. The
tract boundary shall be subsequently closed and balanced. The boundary(ies)
adjoining additional unplatted land of the subdivider (for example,
between separately submitted final plan sections), however, are not
required to be based upon field survey, and may be calculated. The
location of all boundary line (perimeter) monuments shall be indicated,
along with a statement of the total area of the property being subdivided.
In addition, the engineer or surveyor shall certify to the accuracy
of the survey, the drawn plan, and the placement of the monuments.
(3)
All lot lines shall be completely dimensioned in feet if straight,
and by designating length of arc and radius (in feet) and central
angle (in degrees, minutes, and seconds) if curved. All internal angles
within the lots shall be designated to within 15 seconds.
(4)
The proposed building setback or the proposed placement of each building.
(5)
All easements or rights-of-way where provided for or owned by public
services and any limitations on such easements or rights-of-way. Rights-of-way
shall be shown and accurately identified on the plan. Easements shall
either be shown or specifically described on the plan. Easements should
be located in cooperation with the appropriate public utilities.
(6)
Such private deed restrictions as may be imposed upon the property
as a condition to sale, together with a statement of any restrictions
previously imposed which may affect the title to the land being subdivided.
(7)
Space shall be left along the lower edge of the sheet, in order that
the County Recorder of Deeds may acknowledge receipt and recording
of the plan when it is presented.
(8)
If the final plan requires more than one sheet, a key diagram showing
the relative location of the several sections shall be drawn on each
sheet.
(9)
Provisions for permanent access or maintenance easements for all
physical stormwater management practices (BMPs), such as ponds and
infiltration structures, as necessary to implement the operation and
maintenance (O&M) plan.
(10)
The following signature block for the municipality:
"(Municipal official or designee), on this date (signature date),
has reviewed and hereby certifies that the Stormwater Management Site
Plan meets all design standards and criteria of the Pen Argyl Borough
Stormwater Management requirements."
D.
The final plan shall be accompanied by the following:
(1)
Plans showing:
(a)
Location, size and invert elevation of all sanitary sewer, water
distribution and storm drainage systems and the location of all manholes,
inlets and culverts.
(b)
Final profiles, cross sections, and specifications for proposed
streets, sanitary sewers, water distribution systems, and storm drainage
systems shall each be shown on one or more separate sheets.
(2)
Documentation from the Sewage Enforcement Officer that each lot has
been approved for on-lot sewage systems (where applicable).
(3)
A copy of the Department of Environmental Protection acceptance or
approval of the planning module (where applicable).
(4)
A copy of the permit granted by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental
Protection for a private centralized sanitary sewer system, where
applicable.
(5)
A copy of the highway occupancy permit for any road or driveway requiring
access to a state legislative route.
(6)
A copy of a permit granted by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental
Protection for a private centralized water system (where applicable).
(7)
Wetlands, closed depressions, sinkholes, and areas of natural vegetation
to be preserved.
(8)
A completed and executed copy of the subdivision improvements agreement
as agreed upon by the developer and the Pen Argyl Borough Council,
public utility or municipal authority.
(9)
A performance guarantee in the amount of 110% of the cost of all required improvements, as set forth in § 93-36 as estimated in accordance with the provisions set forth in the Municipalities Planning Code, as amended,[1] in a form and with surety in accordance with the provisions
set forth in the Municipalities Planning Code, as amended, and acceptable
to the Pen Argyl Borough Solicitor, guaranteeing the construction
and installation of all such improvements within a stated period which
shall not be longer than one year from the date of the final subdivision
approval. Where the final plan is submitted in stages or sections,
the amount of the guarantee may also be provided in stages if acceptable
to the Pen Argyl Borough Council, public utility or municipal authority.
[1]
Editor's Note: See 53 P.S. § 10101 et seq.
(10)
A maintenance guarantee in an amount of not less than 15% of the actual cost of the installation of the improvements as set forth in § 93-36. This guarantee assures the structural integrity of the improvements as well as the functioning of said improvements in accordance with the design and specifications as depicted on the final plat for a period not to exceed 18 months after the acceptance of all such improvements by the Pen Argyl Borough Council, public utility, or municipal authority.
(11)
An erosion and sedimentation control plan developed in accordance
with Part IV, paragraph 44, of the Soil Erosion and Sedimentation
Control Manual issued by the Department of Environmental Protection.
(12)
A legal description of all areas offered for dedication.
(13)
A copy of an opinion of title from a title insurance company
or an attorney which sets forth the names of all owners of the property,
and a list of all mortgages, judgments, liens, easements, contracts
and agreements of record as filed in the Northampton County Recorder
of Deeds Office, which affect the property being acted upon.
(14)
When an agency, authority or utility providing sewer or water
service to the subdivision or land development has approval authority
under its own jurisdiction, a letter which indicates that the plans
meet the relevant agency, authority or utility specifications shall
be submitted.
E.
In the case of a subdivision or land development proposed to be developed in stages or sections over a period of years, final plan requirements as listed in Subsections A through D shall apply only to the stage or section for which final approval is being sought. However, the final plan presented for the stage or section must be considered as it relates to information presented for the entire subdivision or land development in the application for preliminary approval.
C.
The plan shall indicate the full plan of proposed development and
the following data:
(1)
Name and address of the record owner.
(2)
Name of the developer if different from the owner.
(3)
Name of the proposed subdivision.
(4)
Name of the municipality or municipalities within which the subdivision
is proposed.
(5)
Names of all adjoining subdivisions, if any, and the names of the
owners of all adjacent unplatted land.
(6)
North point, graphic scale, written scale, and date, including the
month, day and year that the original drawing was completed, and the
month, day and year that the original drawing was revised, for each
revision.
(7)
A key map, for the purpose of locating the property being subdivided,
drawn at a scale not smaller than one inch equals 2,000 feet and showing
the relation of the property, differentiated by tone or pattern, to
adjoining property and to all streets, roads and municipal boundaries
within one mile of any part of the property.
(8)
A statement of the total acreage of the property.
(9)
Tax Map sheet, block and lot numbers within the proposed subdivision
tract obtained from the County Tax Assessor's office.
(10)
The zoning district or districts within which the proposed subdivision
is located.
(11)
All existing buildings or other structures within the proposed
subdivision tract.
(12)
All existing streets, including streets of record (recorded
but not constructed), on or adjoining the tract, including names,
right-of-way widths, and pavement widths.
(13)
All existing sewer lines, subsurface disposal areas, storm sewers,
water lines, wells, fire hydrants, utility transmission lines, culverts,
bridges, railroads, other man-made features or watercourses within
the proposed subdivision tract and within 50 feet of the boundaries
of the proposed subdivision tract.
(14)
Location, width, and purpose of existing easements and utility
rights-of-way within the proposed subdivision tract.
(15)
Contour lines at vertical intervals of not more than two feet
for land with an average natural slope of 5% or less, and at intervals
of not more than five feet for land with 5% average natural slope
exceeding 5%. Location and elevation of the data to which contour
elevations refer shall be the closest United States Geologic Survey
established benchmark, where available.
(16)
The latest source of title to the land as shown by the deed,
page number and book of the County Recorder of Deeds.
(17)
The total tract boundary lines of the area being subdivided
with accurate distances to hundredths of a foot and bearing to 15
seconds. These boundaries shall be determined by accurate survey in
the field, to an error of closure not to exceed one foot in 10,000
feet. The tract boundary shall be subsequently closed and balanced.
The boundary(s) adjoining additional unplatted land of the subdivider,
however, are not required to be based upon field survey, and may be
calculated. The location and elevation of all boundary line (perimeter)
monuments shall be indicated, along with a statement of the total
area of the property being subdivided. In addition, the engineer or
surveyor shall certify to the accuracy of the survey, the drawn plan,
and the placement of the monuments.
(18)
All lot lines shall be completely dimensioned in feet if straight,
and by designating length of arc and radius (in feet) and central
angle (in degrees, minutes, and seconds) if curved. All internal angles
within the lots shall be designated to within 15 seconds.
(19)
The proposed building setback or the proposed placement of each
building.
(20)
All easements or rights-of-way where provided for or owned by
public services and any limitations on such easements or rights-of-way.
Rights-of-way shall be shown and accurately identified on the plan.
Easements shall either be shown or specifically described on the plan.
Easements should be located in cooperation with the appropriate public
utilities.
(21)
The following owner's statement shall be placed on the
plan. The owner(s) shall execute the statement before a notary public.
The seal of the notary public acknowledging the owner(s) statement
shall be impressed on the plan. The statement shall read, "We (I),
the owner(s) of this plat of land, being duly sworn according to law,
depose and say we (I) are (am) the sole owner(s) of this property,
in peaceful possession of it, and there are no suits pending affecting
title of same."
(22)
Signature blocks for certification of approval of the plan by
the Pen Argyl Borough Council and the Pen Argyl Planning Commission.
(23)
A signature block for the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission
indicating its review of the plan.
(24)
Space shall be left along the lower edge of the sheet, in order
that the County Recorder of Deeds may acknowledge receipt and recording
of the plan when it is presented.
(25)
A map illustrating the entire contiguous holdings of the landowner,
and indicating the area or scope of ultimate proposed subdivision
and delineating the area which the plan encompasses.
(26)
A sketch map of the proposed road system for the remainder of
the area not included in the plan.
(27)
A statement of the intended use of all nonresidential lots and
parcels.
(28)
Lot numbers, a statement of total number of lots and parcels,
and the lot size in square feet or acres for each lot.
(29)
Proposed locations of wells, subsurface disposal fields, and
alternate fields, percolation test holes, and soil probes, if relevant.
(30)
A signature block, executed by the applicant, shall read, "The
applicant hereby authorizes the Borough of Pen Argyl staff and consultants
to the Borough of Pen Argyl to enter upon and inspect the site for
the purposes of conducting a review and determining consistency with
the requirements of the Pen Argyl SALDO during the pendency of the
application before the Borough of Pen Argyl."
(31)
Significant natural features, including, but not limited to,
floodplains, ponds and lakes, streams, natural drainage swales, wooded
areas and trees of greater than eight inches in caliper. Floodplain
information shall delineate the bounds of the 100-year floodplain,
floodway and flood-fringe.
(32)
Proposed grading.
D.
The plan shall be accompanied by the following supplementary data
unless the Pen Argyl Borough Council, upon advice from the Borough
Engineer, has determined that the submission of such data is not necessary:
(1)
A legal description of all areas offered for dedication.
(2)
Such private deed restrictions as may be imposed upon the property
as a condition to sale, together with a statement of any restrictions
previously imposed which may affect the title to the land being subdivided.
(3)
A copy of the highway occupancy permit for any driveway requiring
access to a state legislative route.
(4)
When water service to the proposed subdivision is to be provided
by an existing community system, the developer shall submit one copy
of a letter from the agency, authority or utility which agrees to
provide sewer service subject to the execution of a service agreement.
(5)
When sewage disposal service to the proposed subdivision is to be
provided by an existing public system, the developer shall submit
one copy of a letter from the agency, authority or utility which agrees
to provide sewer service subject to the execution of a service agreement.
(6)
When sewage disposal service for the proposed subdivision is to be
by individual on-lot sewage disposal systems, the applicant shall
submit two copies of the Municipal Sewage Enforcement Officer's
approval of the planning module.
(7)
Where an agency, authority or utility providing sewer or water service
to the subdivision has approval authority under its own jurisdiction,
a letter which indicates that the plans meet the relevant agency,
authority, or utility specifications shall be submitted.
(8)
A copy of an opinion of title from a title insurance company or an
attorney which sets forth the names of all owners of the property,
and a list of all mortgages, judgments, liens, easements, contracts
and agreements of record as filed in the Northampton County Recorder
of Deeds Office, which affect the property being acted upon.
A.
The municipality shall not approve any SWM site plan that is deficient
in meeting the requirements of this chapter. At its sole discretion
and in accordance with this article, when a SWM site plan is found
to be deficient, the municipality may either disapprove the submission
and require a resubmission, or in the case of minor deficiencies,
the municipality may accept submission of modifications.
B.
The SWM site plan shall provide the following information:
(1)
The overall stormwater management for the project.
(2)
A determination of site conditions in accordance with the PA Design
Manual for Best Management Practices (BMP), as amended. A detailed
site evaluation shall be completed for projects proposed in areas
of carbonate geology or karst topography, and other environmentally
sensitive areas, such as brownfields.
(3)
Stormwater runoff design computations and documentation as specified
in this chapter, or as otherwise necessary to demonstrate that the
maximum practicable measures have been taken to meet the requirements
of this chapter, including the recommendations and general requirements.
(4)
Expected project time schedule.
(5)
A soil erosion and sedimentation control plan, where applicable,
as prepared for and submitted to the approval authority.
(6)
The effect of the project (in terms of runoff volumes, water quality,
and peak flows) on surrounding properties and aquatic features and
on any existing stormwater conveyance system that may be affected
by the project.
(7)
Plan and profile drawings of all SWM best management practices (BMPs),
including drainage structures, pipes, open channels, and swales.
(8)
The SWM site plan shall include an O&M plan for all the existing
and proposed physical stormwater management facilities. This plan
shall address long-term ownership and responsibilities for O&M
as well as schedules and costs for O&M activities.
(9)
The Borough may request a justification be included in the SWM site
plan if BMPs other than green infrastructure methods and LID practices
are proposed to achieve the volume, rate and water quality controls
under this chapter. "The applicant may consider specific standards
for green infrastructure and water balance as incorporated in the
Monocacy Creek Act 167 Plan (2018, as amended and updated)."
A.
The developer shall be responsible for providing as-built plans of
all SWM BMPs included in the approved SWM site plan. The as-built
plans and an explanation of any discrepancies with the construction
plans shall be submitted to the municipality.
B.
The as-built submission shall include a certification of completion
signed by a qualified professional verifying that all permanent SWM
BMPs have been constructed according to the approved plans and specifications.
C.
After receipt of the completion certification by the municipality,
the municipality may conduct a final inspection.
