A. Natural Features Analysis. In order to determine which specific areas of the total PRD site are best suited for high density development, which areas are best suited for lower density development, and which areas should be preserved in their natural state as open space areas, a thorough analysis of the natural features of the site will be required, The following subject categories must be included in this analysis:
(1) Hydrology. Analysis of natural drainage patterns and water resources including an analysis of streams, natural drainage swales, ponds or lakes, wetlands, floodplain areas, permanent high water table areas, and seasonal high water table areas throughout this site.
(2) Geology. Analysis of characteristics of rock formations underlying the site including defining aquifers (particularly those locally subject to pollution), shallow bedrock areas, and areas in which rock formations are unstable.
(3) Soils. Analysis of types of soils present in the site area including delineation of prime agricultural soil areas, aquifer recharge soil areas, unstable soils, soils most susceptible to erosion, and soils suitable for urban development. The analysis of soils will be based on the County Soil Survey of the U.S. Soil Conservation Service.
(4) Topography. Analysis of terrain of site including mapping of elevation and delineation of slope areas over 20%, between 10% and 20% and under 10%.
(5) Vegetation. Analysis of tree and plant cover of the site, emphasizing the location of woodland and meadowland areas. Dominant tree and plant species should be identified and the characteristics of each understood.
B. Community Impact Analysis. In order to determine the impact of the planned residential development upon the Township, an analysis of the potential effects of the PRD upon public facilities, utilities, and roadway systems will be required. A comparison of the costs to the Township versus the revenues to the Township produced by the PRO will be included in the analysis. Market analysis data which estimates potential market demand for various types of housing in the area of the proposed PRD site will also be presented.
See
§ 27-505: Planned Residential Development Regulations. for complete, detailed information.
