[Amended 7-12-1989 by Amendment 3]
All maps, plats and sketch plans required to be submitted by this chapter shall show or include the following information, except that the Planning Board may waive any requirement or request additional information where it is clearly appropriate to the particular application:
A. 
All plats shall be signed and sealed by the licensee and shall confirm to one of the following size configurations: 8 1/2 inches by 13 inches, 15 inches by 21 inches, 24 inches by 36 inches or 30 inches by 42 inches.
B. 
Signed certification on the drawing that the applicant is either the owner of the land which is the subject of the development application or is authorized by the owner to make application.
C. 
Copies of any existing protective covenants or deed restrictions and a summary outline of proposed covenants or deed restrictions, including applicable open space restrictions and provisions restricting further subdivision shall be submitted.
D. 
Delineation of wetlands where there are hydric soils or where wetlands are identified on the property by the National Wetlands Inventory Maps. Evidence of a letter of interpretation or permit submitted to NJDEP for a determination of the presence or absence of wetlands on the property or for a permit to disturb wetlands in accordance with state law. A rural estate residence (B-16) subdivision shall delineate wetlands as shown on NJDEP Wetlands Maps.
[Amended 10-12-1994 by Amendment 8]
E. 
Written request for individual variances and waivers or statement that the application does not require relief.
All plats shall be based on accurate information, at a scale of not less than one inch equals 100 feet, and shall show or include the following information, except that the Planning Board may waive any requirement or request additional information where it is clearly appropriate to the particular application:
A. 
Location and key map.
(1) 
The entire tract to be subdivided, giving the accurate location of all existing and proposed property and street lines, and including a key map at a scale of one inch equals not more than 1,000 feet, with lot and block numbers, showing the entire subdivision and its relations to all features shown on the official map and Master Plan located within 1/2 mile of the extreme limits of the subdivision, and the zoning classification of the proposed subdivision and adjacent land.
[Amended 7-12-1989 by Amendment 3]
(2) 
A B-16 subdivision key map shall depict the entire subdivision and its relation to adjoining properties, with lot and block numbers, within 1,000 feet of the extreme limits of the subdivision.
[Added 10-12-1994 by Amendment 8]
B. 
Structures. The location of existing houses, buildings, wells, septic systems and other structures, with accurate dimensions from all existing buildings and proposed lot lines.
C. 
Owners. The name of the owner, all adjoining property owners and those across existing or proposed streets as disclosed by the most recent Township tax records.
D. 
Identity. The tax map, street, date of revision, block and lot numbers and zone district.
E. 
Streets, easements, watercourses and rights-of-way. The location of existing or proposed streets, roads, easements, utility services and driveways, public rights-of-way, streams, bridges, culverts, drainage ditches and natural watercourses in the subdivision and within 200 feet thereof.
[Amended 7-12-1989 by Amendment 3]
F. 
Lots. The original and proposed lot layout, lot dimensions (bearings and distances), all required setback lines and the lot area of each lot in square feet and acreage, including remaining lands. Lots shall be designated by letters for minor subdivisions and by consecutive numbers for major subdivisions until given official lot number designations by the Township.
G. 
Percolation tests. If individual sewage disposal systems are proposed, the plat shall show the location of all percolation tests and test results, including those that failed, and soil logs. Two passing percolation tests are required and are valid for three years.
[Amended 7-13-1988 by Amendment 1]
H. 
Topography within 200 feet of the site (100 feet for B-16) based upon U.S.G.S. Quadrangle Maps at a ten-foot contour interval, including remaining lands.
[Amended 10-12-1994 by Amendment 8]
I. 
Other information required. The date of original preparation and the date of revisions, if any, of the plat, as well as the old name if submitted previously under a different title.
J. 
Performance standards (if applicable):
(1) 
Net density.
(2) 
Open space ratio.
(3) 
Impervious surface ratio.
(4) 
Dwelling unit mix.
K. 
Natural resources inventory and site capacity calculations, as outlined, § 115-25.
[Amended 10-12-1994 by Amendment 8]
L. 
Information required for minor subdivision plats. If the sketch plat is being submitted for minor subdivision approval, it shall contain the information required under this section and shall be a certified survey map drawn by a licensed New Jersey land surveyor. The plat shall provide for endorsement by the Planning Board Chairperson and Secretary. If the plat is to be filed, it shall meet the requirements of the Map Filing Law.
The preliminary plat shall be clearly and legibly drawn or reproduced as a scale of not less than one inch equals 100 feet. Preliminary plats shall be drawn by a licensed New Jersey professional engineer or land surveyor. Contour maps and preliminary construction plans, including road profiles and utility plans, shall be submitted as part of the preliminary plat. Separate maps of topography, utilities and road details may be required by the Planning Board. A soil erosion and sedimentation control plan and a grading plan shall be included. The plat shall be designed in compliance with the provisions of this chapter and shall show or be accompanied by the following information:
A. 
Location and key map.
(1) 
The entire tract to be subdivided, giving the accurate location of all existing and proposed property and street lines and including a key map at a scale of one inch equals not more than 1,000 feet, with lot and block numbers, showing the entire subdivision and its relation to all features shown on the Official Map and Master Plan located within 1/2 mile of the extreme limits of the subdivision and the zoning classification of the proposed subdivisions and adjacent land.
[Amended 7-12-1989 by Amendment 3]
(2) 
A B-16 subdivision shall depict the entire subdivision and its relation to adjoining properties, with lot and block numbers, within 1,000 feet of the extreme limits of the subdivision.
[Added 10-12-1994 by Amendment 8]
B. 
Lots. Lot layout, lot dimensions, all required setback lines and individual lot areas in square feet and acreage. Lots shall be designated by consecutive numbers until given an official lot number designated by the Township.
C. 
Other information. The tract name, Tax Map sheet and date of revision, block and lot numbers, date of plat preparation, reference meridian, scale, graphic scale and the following names and addresses:
(1) 
Record owner or owners of property to be subdivided; if other than an individual, the corporate officers or partners or other statutory agent.
(2) 
Subdivider.
(3) 
Person who prepared map, with his or her official seal and license numbers.
(4) 
Owners of property within 200 feet of entire tract being subdivided.
D. 
Acreage. Acreage of tract to be subdivided, to nearest hundredth of an acre.
E. 
Elevations, contours.
(1) 
Sufficient elevations and contours at five-foot intervals for slopes averaging 10% or greater and at two-foot vertical intervals for land of lesser slopes to determine the general slope and natural drainage of the land and the high and low points for a distance of 200 feet around the entire tract boundary.
(2) 
A B-16 Subdivision shall show contours within 100 feet of the site based upon the U.S.G.S. Quadrangle Maps at a ten-foot contour interval, including remaining lands.
[Added 10-12-1994 by Amendment 8]
F. 
Existing and proposed locations. The location of existing and proposed property lines, streets, buildings, watercourses, railroads, bridges, culverts, drainpipes, sanitary sewers, water mains, gas mains, power lines and any natural features, such as wooded areas, large trees over 10 inches in diameter and rock formations. This data shall be determined by field and/or photogrammetic survey.
G. 
Streets.
(1) 
Preliminary plans and profiles at a scale of not less than one inch equals 50 feet horizontally and one inch equals five feet vertically, including cross sections every 50 feet or as specified by the Township Engineer of all proposed streets, curbs and gutters within the subdivisions and proposed connection with existing or future continuing streets. The distances and radii of all curves along all street lines shall be shown.
[Amended 7-12-1989 by Amendment 3]
(2) 
For B-16 subdivisions the above information shall be provided if requested by the Township.
[Added 10-12-1994 by Amendment 8]
H. 
Utilities.
(1) 
Preliminary plans and profiles of proposed utility layouts (water, storm and sanitary sewers) shall be at a scale of not less than one inch equals 50 feet horizontally and one inch equals five feet vertically, showing connections to existing or proposed utility systems. The applicant shall indicate the general location of the gas, telephone and electrical lines. The source of potable water should be documented. If a pond exists on the property, it should be noted on the plat and its capacity should be indicated.
[Amended 7-13-1988 by Amendment 1]
(2) 
For B-16 subdivisions, the above information shall be provided if requested by the Township.
[Added 10-12-1994 by Amendment 8]
I. 
Sewers, drains and ditches.
(1) 
Preliminary plans and profiles at a scale of one inch equals 50 feet horizontally and one inch equals five feet vertically of all proposed and existing sanitary sewers, storm drains, drainage ditches and streams within the subdivision, together with the locations, sizes, elevations, grades and capacities of any existing sanitary sewer, storm drain, drainage ditch or stream or watercourse to which the proposed facility shall be connected. When brook or stream channel improvements are proposed or required, the plans for such improvements shall be approved by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection or the County Planning Board where applicable.
(2) 
For B-16 subdivisions the above information shall be provided if requested by the Township.
[Added 10-12-1994 by Amendment 8]
J. 
Percolation tests and soil logs. When an individual sewage disposal system is proposed, the following requirements shall be met:
(1) 
Percolation tests shall be made on each lot to determine the ability of the soil to absorb effluent. Location and results of passing, failing and abandoned percolation tests shall be shown and reason for failure or abandonment. Such tests shall be made as directed by the County Board of Health. The percolation test shall be approved by the County Board of Health and witnessed by an official of the Township. No lot shall be approved as a building lot unless two passing percolation tests have been secured.
[Amended 7-13-1988 by Amendment 1; 7-12-1989 by Amendment 3]
(2) 
If the percolation rate meets the Township requirements, the Board of Health shall prescribe the type and extent of the disposal system in accordance with Township health ordinance.
(3) 
In areas of questionable percolation, the Board of Health may establish the conditions under which the percolation test may be undertaken, including the month of the year and locations.
(4) 
In areas of questionable suitability for individual sewage disposal systems, the Planning Board may require soil logs to be undertaken under the direction of the Board of Health.
(5) 
All tests shall have been conducted within the last three years and shall be done in accordance with Chapter 199 of the State Code.
K. 
Private sewage disposal. Plans for a typical individual or package sewage disposal system where same is proposed. Said plans shall be approved by the appropriate local, County and state authorities.
L. 
Off-tract improvements. When the development of the subdivision or improvements within the subdivision are contingent upon improvements outside the boundaries of said subdivision, information shall be supplied by the subdivider prior to Planning Board consideration for preliminary approval that the improvements outside the subdivision are installed and will be available to the subdivider or the subdivider shall provide the funding for the installation of the off-tract improvements.
M. 
Setback lines. All front, rear and side yard lines shall be shown for all lots.
N. 
Deed restrictions. A copy of any protective covenants or deed restrictions and a summary outline or proposed covenants or deed restrictions, including applicable open space restrictions and provisions restricting further subdivision shall be submitted with the preliminary plat.
[Amended 7-12-1989 by Amendment 3]
O. 
Open space. Any open spaces proposed to be dedicated for public use as playgrounds or other public purpose and the location and use of all such property shall be shown on the plat.
P. 
Support capability. When deemed necessary to determine the suitability of the soil to support new construction, the Planning Board shall require test holes or borings to be made by a New Jersey licensed engineer of an approved testing laboratory at the expense of the subdivider under the direction of the Township Engineer.
Q. 
Conservation plans. Plans showing measures designed to minimize soil erosion and sedimentation, such as berms, siltation basins, sediment traps, detention and retention basins, landscaping, natural cover, energy dissipate and riprap. Plans may also include:
(1) 
A storm drainage schedule, including a description of all temporary and permanent structures, negative measures and other techniques for the control of stormwaters, together with a timetable for the construction of installation of such structures, negative measures or other techniques.
(2) 
A schedule containing the timing of and description of temporary and permanent soil stabilization measures, including tracking, scarification, serration of slopes, roughening, mulching, silting, chemical binders and other suitable methods of soil stabilization.
(3) 
The location and description of water interception and diversion measures, such as diversion ditches, dikes, barriers and disposal structures, such as flexible or sectional downdrains, flumes, linear spreaders and the like.
A. 
The final plat and all final plats and profiles of improvements and other original exhibits shall be filed with the Planning Board Secretary at least two weeks prior to the regular meeting of the Planning Board when the plat is to be considered. The plat shall be drawn in compliance with the provisions of the Map Filing Law.
B. 
The final plat shall show or be accompanied by the following:
(1) 
Date, name and key map of the subdivision, name of owner, scale, graphic scale and reference meridian. The final plat shall be drawn at a scale of not more than one inch equals 100 feet.
(2) 
Tract boundary lines; right-of-way lines; street names; easements and other rights-of-way; land to be reserved or dedicated to public use; all lot lines, with accurate dimensions, bearings and distances; arc lengths; central angles; tangents and radii of all curves; and area of each lot in square feet.
(3) 
The purpose of any easement or land reserved or dedicated for any use shall be indicated, and the proposed use of sites other than residential shall be noted.
(4) 
All block, lot and house numbers shall be approved by the Township Engineer and the Tax Assessor and shall be related to existing block and lot numbers as shown on the Official Tax Map of the Township.
(5) 
Location and description of all monuments shall be shown.
(6) 
Certification that the applicant is agent or owner of the land or that the owner has given consent to file said map.
(7) 
When approval of a plat is required by any officer or body, whether municipal, County or state, approval shall be certified on the plat.
(8) 
Certifications. The following certifications shall appear on the final plat:
a.
I hereby certify that this map and survey have been made under my immediate supervision and comply with the provisions of the Map Filing Law. If applicable, include the following: I do further certify that the monuments as designed and shown hereon have been set.
Licensed Land Surveyor (affix seal)
____________________________ Date
(If monuments are to be set at a later date, the following endorsement shall be shown on the map.)
I certify that a bond has been given to the Township of Alexandria guaranteeing the future setting of the monuments shown on this map and so designated.
____________________________ Township Clerk
____________________________ Date
b.
I hereby certify that all of the requirements of the Board of Health of Alexandria Township have been complied with:
Chairman, Board of Health
____________________________ Date
c.
I have carefully examined this map and find it conforms with the provisions of the Map Filing Law and the municipal ordinances and requirements applicable thereto.
____________________________ Township Engineer
____________________________ Date
d.
This application is approved by the Township of Alexandria, Planning Board as a major subdivision.
____________________________ Chairman
____________________________ Date
____________________________ Secretary
____________________________ Date
(9) 
An affidavit signed and sworn to by the applicant that the final plat is drawn and presented exactly the same as the preliminary plat approved by the Planning Board and, if any changes, all changes shall be set forth in the affidavit as exceptions to the general statement. Said affidavit shall be submitted in an original and two copies.