The subdivider shall observe the requirement
and principles of land subdivision in the design of each subdivision
or portion thereof, as set forth in this article.
The subdivision plat shall conform to design
standards that will encourage good development patterns within the
Borough. Where an Official Map or Master Plan, or both, has or have
been adopted, the subdivision shall conform to the proposals and conditions
shown thereon. The streets, drainage rights-of-way, school sites,
public parks and playgrounds shown on an officially adopted Master
Plan or Official Map shall be considered in approval of subdivision
plats. Where no Master Plan or Official Map exists, streets and drainage
rights-of-way shall be shown on the final plat in accordance with
N.J.S.A. 40:5D-38 and shall be such as to lend themselves to the harmonious
development of the Borough and to enhance the public welfare in accordance
with the design standards set forth herein.