[Ord. No. 1974-1, 2/18/1974]
Plans are required for all subdivisions or land developments
in accordance with the procedures, plan requirements, and design standards
set forth in these regulations.
[Ord. No. 1974-1, 2/18/1974]
For the purpose of having a subdivision or land development
reviewed and approved by Borough Council, the applicant shall file
with the Borough Manager the respective plans and applications (see
Appendix A[1]) in accordance with Part 4.
[1]
Editor's Note: Appendix A is on file in the Borough offices.
[Ord. No. 1974-1, 2/18/1974]
1.
A tentative sketch plan may be submitted by the applicant as a basis
for informal discussion with the Planning Commission.
2.
Data furnished in the tentative sketch plan shall include the following
information:
A.
Name of the subdivision or land development.
B.
Name and address of the owner and applicant if different and nature
of interest in land.
C.
Name and address of the engineer, surveyor, or architect and date
of plan.
D.
Tract boundaries.
E.
North point and scale of sketch.
F.
Location map.
G.
Streets on and adjacent to the tract.
H.
Significant topographical and physical features.
I.
Proposed general street layout.
J.
Proposed general lot layout or building layout.
K.
Contours based on USGS topography.
[Ord. No. 1974-1, 2/18/1974]
1.
The preliminary site plan shall show or be accompanied by the following
information:
A.
Drafting Standards.
(1)
The plan shall be drawn at a scale of one foot to 50 feet or
one foot equals 100 feet or as such larger scale as may be required
by the Borough Manager.
(2)
Dimensions shall be set in feet and decimal parts thereof, and
bearings in degrees, minutes and seconds.
(3)
Each sheet shall be numbered and shall show its relationship
to the total number of sheets.
(4)
Where any revision is made, or when the plan is a revision of
a previously approved plan, dotted lines shall be used to show features
or locations to be abandoned and solid lines to show the presently
proposed features.
(5)
The plan shall be so prepared and bear an adequate legend to
indicate clearly which features are existing and which are proposed.
(6)
The boundary line of the subdivision or land development shall
be shown as a solid heavy line.
B.
Information to be Shown in General.
(1)
Name of the subdivision or land development.
(2)
Name and address of the owner and applicant if different and
nature of applicant's interest in the land.
(3)
Name and address of the engineer, surveyor, or architect responsible
for the plan.
(4)
Present zoning classification.
(5)
Date, North point and scale.
(6)
A location map for the purpose of locating the site to be subdivided
or developed at a scale of not less than 800 feet to the inch showing
the relation of the tract to adjoining property and to all streets,
roads and municipal boundaries existing within 1,000 feet of any part
of the property proposed to be subdivided or developed.
C.
Existing Features.
(1)
Complete outline survey of the property to be subdivided or
developed, showing all courses, distances, and area, and tie-ins to
all adjacent street intersections.
(2)
The location, names and widths of streets, the location and
name of railroads, the location of property lines and name of owners,
the location of watercourses, sanitary sewers, storm drains and similar
features within 400 feet of any part of the land to be subdivided
or developed.
(3)
Location of all existing monuments with reference to them.
(4)
Location, size, and ownership of all underground utilities,
and any rights-of-way within the property.
(5)
Appropriate contours at two-foot to five-foot intervals with
sufficient details to show the course, structure, and capacity of
all drainage of the adjacent or contiguous areas shall be exact elevations
above U.S. Coast and Geodetic datum.
(6)
Location, character of existing buildings, species and size
of large trees standing alone, the outline of all wooded areas, quarries,
marshy areas, areas subject to inundation and other data which may
serve to affect the street or building layout.
(7)
Location, character and size of existing lakes, ponds, streams,
floodplains and seasonal high-water tables.
(8)
Floodplain Provisions.
[Added by Ord. No. 1984-10, 5/17/1984]
(a)
Where the subdivision and/or land development lies partially
or completely within any identified floodplain area or district or
where such activities border on any identified floodplain area or
district, the preliminary plan map shall include the following information:
(b)
All such maps shall show contours at intervals of two feet or
five feet depending upon the slope of the land and identify accurately
the boundaries of the identified floodplain areas or districts.
(c)
Where any section of a proposed subdivision and/or land development
lies partially or completely within a General Floodplain (FA) District
the applicant must delineate the existing and proposed floodway (FW)
and floodway fringe (FF) areas of the general floodplain (FA) area
on the proposed preliminary plan. The plans must be accompanied by
the appropriate hydrologic and hydraulic calculations supporting the
location of the proposed or existing floodway (FW) and floodway fringe
(FF) boundaries.
D.
Proposed Layout.
(1)
The layout of streets, including name and width of streets,
alleys, and crosswalks.
(2)
The layout and approximate dimensions of lots.
(3)
The arrangement of buildings and parking areas in commercial
and multi-dwelling developments.
(4)
Applicable zoning requirements and the location of zoning district
boundary lines affecting the subdivision.
(5)
A reference to any land dedicated for public use, or offered
for dedication for parks, recreational areas, schools, widening of
streets or other public uses.
(6)
For multi-dwelling developments, the total area, total dwelling
units, number of buildings, proposed density, total parking spaces,
building coverage and the bedroom ratio shall be noted on the plan.
(7)
For subdivisions, the total area, number of lots, average and
minimum lot size, and proposed length of new streets shall be noted
on the plan.
(8)
Location and size of storm drains, sanitary sewers, culverts,
watercourses and all appurtenances thereof, gas mains, water mains,
fire hydrants, streetlights, planting special structures, and other
underground conduits or structures.
(9)
Building setback lines, established by zoning or other ordinances,
or deed restrictions with distances from the right-of-way line.
(10)
An indication of any lots in which other than a residential
use is intended.
(11)
Rights-of-way and/or easements proposed to be created for all
drainage purposes, utilities, or other pertinent reasons.
(12)
Tentative typical cross-sections and center-line profiles for
each proposed street shown on the preliminary plan. These plans may
be submitted as separate sheets.
(13)
Where the preliminary plan covers only a part of the owner's
entire holding, a sketch shall be submitted of the prospective street
layout for the remainder.
(14)
The words "preliminary plan - not to be recorded" shall be shown
on the plan.
(15)
For all multi-dwelling developments, a model at a scale of one
inch equals 50 feet need not be submitted at the time of submission
of plan and application, but shall be submitted at the time of review
by the Planning Commission and Borough Council.
(16)
A map showing the exact location and elevation of all proposed
buildings, structures, roads, and public utilities to be constructed
within any identified floodplain area or district. All such maps shall
show contours at intervals of two feet and identify accurately the
boundaries of the floodplain areas.
[Added by Ord. No. 1984-10, 5/17/1984]
[Ord. No. 1974-1, 2/18/1974]
1.
The minor subdivision plan shall show or be accompanied by the following
information:
B.
Information to be Shown - General.
(1)
Name of the subdivision.
(2)
Name and address of the owner or applicant if different and
nature of applicant's interest in the land.
(3)
Zoning classification and requirements.
(4)
Date, North point and scale.
(5)
A location map for the purpose of locating the site at a scale
of not less than 800 feet to the inch.
C.
Existing Features.
(1)
Complete outline survey of the property to be subdivided, showing
all courses, distances, and area, and tie-ins to all adjacent street
intersections.
(2)
The location, names and widths of streets, the location of property
lines and names of owners, the location of watercourses, sanitary
sewers, storm drains, and similar features.
(3)
The location and character of existing buildings, wooded areas,
and other features.
(4)
Floodplain Provisions.
[Added by Ord. No. 1984-10, 5/17/1984]
(a)
Where the subdivision and/or land
development lies partially or completely within any identified floodplain
area or district or where such activities border on any identified
floodplain area or district, the preliminary plan map shall include
the following information:
(b)
All such maps shall show contours at intervals of two feet or
five feet depending upon the slope of the land and identify accurately
the boundaries of the identified floodplain areas or districts.
(c)
Where any section of a proposed subdivision and/or land development
lies partially or completely within a General Floodplain (FA) District
the applicant must delineate the existing and proposed floodway (FW)
and floodway fringe (FF) areas of the general floodplain (FA) area
on the proposed preliminary plan. The plans must be accompanied by
the appropriate hydrologic and hydraulic calculations supporting the
location of the proposed or existing floodway (FW) and floodway fringe
(FF) boundaries.
[Ord. No. 1974-1, 2/18/1974]
1.
The final plan shall show or be accompanied by the following information:
A.
Drafting Standards.
(1)
The plan shall be drawn at a scale of one inch equals 50 feet
or one inch equals 100 feet.
(2)
The plan shall be a clear and legible white paper print.
(3)
Dimensions shall be in feet and decimals to the nearest hundredth
of a foot, and the bearings in degrees, minutes, and seconds.
(4)
Each sheet shall be numbered and shall show its relationship
to the total number of sheets.
(5)
The boundary line of the subdivision or land development shall
be shown as a solid heavy line.
(6)
Final plans shall be on sheets either 18 inches by 22 inches
or 36 inches by 44 inches and all lettering shall be so drawn as to
be legible if the plans should be reduced to half size.
B.
Information to be Shown - General.
(1)
Name of the subdivision or land development.
(2)
Name and address of the owner or applicant, if different, and
nature of applicant's interest in the land.
(3)
Name and address of the engineer, surveyor, or architect responsible
for the plan.
(4)
Date, North point, and scale.
(5)
A location map for the purpose of locating the site to be subdivided
or developed at a scale of not less than 800 feet to the inch showing
the relation of the tract to the adjoining property and to all streets,
roads, and municipal boundaries existing within 1,000 feet of any
part of the property proposed to be subdivided or developed.
C.
Existing Features.
(1)
Complete outline survey of the property to be subdivided or
developed showing all courses, distances, and area, and tie-ins to
all adjacent street intersections.
(2)
The location, names, and widths of streets, the location and
name of railroads, the location of property lines and names of owners,
the location of watercourses, sanitary sewers, storm drains, and similar
features within 400 feet of any part of the land to be subdivided
or developed.
(3)
Location, size, and ownership of all underground utilities,
and any rights-of-way within the property.
(4)
Location and character of existing buildings, location and size
of trees, the outline of all wooded areas, quarries, marshy areas,
areas subject to inundation and other data.
(5)
Floodplain Provisions.
[Added by Ord. No. 1984-10, 5/17/1984]
(a)
Where the subdivision and/or land
development lies partially or completely within any identified floodplain
area or district or where such activities border on any identified
floodplain area or district, the preliminary plan map shall include
the following information:
(b)
All such maps shall show contours at intervals of two feet and
five feet depending upon the slope of the land and identify accurately
the boundaries of the identified floodplain areas or districts.
(c)
Where any section of a proposed subdivision and/or land development
lies partially or completely within a General Floodplain (FA) District
the applicant must delineate the existing and proposed floodway (FW)
and floodway fringe (FF) areas of the general floodplain (FA) area
on the proposed preliminary plan. The plans must be accompanied by
the appropriate hydrologic and hydraulic calculations supporting the
location of the proposed or existing floodway (FW) and floodway fringe
(FF) boundaries.
D.
Proposed Layout.
(1)
Lot layout, including dimensions and bearings and consecutive
numbering of lots.
(2)
The proposed names, cartway width, and right-of-way width of
all proposed streets.
(3)
The arrangement of buildings and parking areas in commercial
and multi-dwelling developments with all necessary dimensions noted
on the plan.
(4)
Sufficient data to determine readily the location, bearing and
length of every street, lot, and boundary line.
(5)
The proposed building setback for each street, or the proposed
location of each building.
(6)
Accurate locations of all monuments, one to be placed at each
change in direction of boundary, two to be placed at each street intersection
and one on one side of each street at angle points and at the beginning
and end of curves. Utility casements shall be monumented at their
beginning and at their end and areas to be conveyed for public use
shall be fully monumented at their external boundaries.
(7)
The location, width, and purpose of all easement or right-of-way
and boundaries by bearings and dimensions.
(8)
For multi-dwelling developments, the total area, totaling dwelling
units, number of buildings, proposed density, total parking spaces,
building coverage, and the bedroom ratio shall be noted on the plan.
(9)
For subdivisions, the total area, number of lots, average and
minimum lot size, and proposed length of new streets shall be noted
on the plan.
(10)
The location of all existing and proposed fire hydrants and
utilities.
(11)
Certification of water and sewer facilities from the Municipal
Authority.
(12)
A map showing the exact location and elevation of all proposed
buildings, structures, roads, and public utilities to be constructed
within any identified floodplain area or district. All such maps shall
show contours at intervals of two feet and identify accurately the
boundaries of the floodplain areas.
[Added by Ord. No. 1984-10, 5/17/1984]
(13)
Submission of the final plan shall also be accompanied by all
required permits and related documentation from the Department of
Environmental Resources, and any other commonwealth agency, or local
municipality where any alteration or relocation of a stream or watercourse
is proposed. In addition, documentation shall be submitted indicating
that all affected adjacent municipalities have been notified of the
proposed alteration or relocation. The Department of Community Affairs
and the Federal Insurance Administrator shall also be notified whenever
any such activity is proposed.
[Added by Ord. No. 1984-10, 5/17/1984]
E.
Improvement construction plan shall be at any of the following scales:
|
Horizontal
(feet per inch)
|
Vertical
(feet per inch)
|
|---|---|
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50
|
5
|
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100
|
10
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(1)
Horizontal Plan (Streets). The horizontal plan shall show details
of the horizontal layout including:
(a)
Center line with bearings, distance, curve data and stations
corresponding to the profile.
(b)
Right-of-way and curblines with radii at intersections.
(c)
Beginning and end of proposed construction.
(d)
Tie-ins by courses and distances to intersection.
(e)
Location of all monument with reference to them.
(f)
Property lines and ownership of abutting properties.
(g)
Location and size of all drainage structures.
(2)
Profile (Streets).
(4)
Horizontal Plan (Storm Drains and Sanitary Sewers).
(a)
Location and size of line with stations corresponding to the
profile.
(b)
Location of manholes or inlets with grade between and elevation
line and top of each manhole or inlet.
(c)
Property lines and ownership, with details of easements where
required.
(d)
Beginning and end of proposed construction.
(e)
Location of laterals.
(f)
Location of all other drainage facilities and public utilities.
(6)
The plan shall also include sufficient information for Borough
review of all the required improvements which are set forth in Part
6 hereof.
[Ord. No. 1974-1, 2/18/1974]
1.
The record plan shall be clear and legible blue or black line print
on white opaque linen and shall be an exact copy of the approved final
plan on a sheet of the size required for final plans.
2.
The following information shall appear on the record plan, in addition
to the information required in § 805:
B.
Acknowledgements.
(1)
A statement to the effect that the applicant is the owner of
the land proposed to be developed and that the subdivision or land
development shown on the final plan is made with his or their consent
and that it is desired to record the same.
(2)
Acknowledgement of said statement before an officer authorized
to take acknowledgements.
C.
The following signatures shall be placed directly on the plan in
black India ink:
(1)
The signatures of the owner or owners of the land. If the owner
of the land is a corporation, the signatures of the president and
secretary of the corporation shall appear.
(2)
The signature of the notary public or other qualified officer
acknowledging the owner's statement of intent.
(3)
The signature of the licensed engineer or surveyor who prepared
the plan.
(4)
The signature of the Chairman and Secretary of the Borough Planning
Commission.
(5)
The signature of the Chairman and Executive Director of the
Bucks County Planning Commission, acknowledging that the plan has
been reviewed by the Commission.
(6)
Signature of the Borough Engineer.
(7)
The signature of the President of the Council, and the Borough
Manager.
[Ord. No. 2023-07, 5/15/2023[1]]
No building, zoning, tree removal, or any grading permits shall
be issued until a grading plan has been submitted to the Building
and Zoning Department. The plan shall be at a scale of one inch equals
20 feet and contain a boundary survey and include all improvements
on the lot, natural features, streams, and shall show contours lines
of two-foot intervals. All areas of the site with slopes greater than
10% shall be delineated on the plan. If the proposed lot is part of
a land development or subdivision, then the plan information contained
herewith shall be included on said land development plans.
[1]
Editor's Note: This ordinance also renumbered original § 807,
Modification of Requirements, as § 808.
[Ord. No. 1974-1, 2/18/1974]
1.
The above requirements for preliminary and final plans and for the
supporting data may be modified by Borough Council as warranted by
special circumstances.
2.
In subdivisions requiring no new streets, and in the case of resubdivision,
the requirements for the contours may be waived at the discretion
of Borough Council.
