[Ord. 6-2001, 10/10/2001; as amended through 12/2005]
This Chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Conshohocken
Borough Zoning Ordinance of 2001."
[Ord. 6-2001, 10/10/2001; as amended through 12/2005]
The effective date of this Chapter shall be 10 days after the
adoption of this Chapter as required by law, and the use of all land
and every building or portion of a building or structure erected,
altered with respect to height and area, added to, or relocated, every
use within a building or use accessory thereto, and any district,
shall be in conformity with the provisions of this Chapter.
[Ord. 6-2001, 10/10/2001; as amended through 12/2005]
This Chapter is in accordance with a Comprehensive Plan, and
is designed to promote health, safety, morals, and general welfare
of the Borough. This Chapter is enacted to lessen congestion on the
roads and streets; to secure safety from fire, panic, and other dangers;
to provide adequate light and air; to prevent the overcrowding of
land; to avoid undue concentration of population; to facilitate the
adequate provisions for transportation, water, sewerage, schools,
parks, and other services and facilities; to conserve the value of
buildings and properties; and to encourage the most appropriate use
of land throughout the Borough of Conshohocken.
[Ord. 6-2001, 10/10/2001; as amended through 12/2005]
In interpreting and applying the provisions of this Chapter,
provisions shall be held to be the minimum requirements for the promotion
of the public health, safety, morals, and general welfare. Where the
provisions of this Chapter impose greater restrictions than those
of any statute, other ordinance or regulation, the provisions of this
Chapter shall be controlling. Where the provisions of any statute,
other ordinance or regulations impose greater restrictions than this
Chapter, the provisions of such statute, other ordinance or regulation
shall be controlling.
[Ord. 6-2001, 10/10/2001; as amended through 12/2005]
The Borough of Conshohocken, which has an adopted Comprehensive
Plan to guide the orderly growth and development of the Borough, intends
this Chapter to implement the following community development objectives
which have been adopted by the Borough Council of Conshohocken.
A.
Growth. Conshohocken Borough is a developed community with an established
character that should be preserved. All future growth, whether by
infilling of remaining vacant land or by redevelopment, should occur
in an orderly and controlled manner that is consistent with the scale
and character of the Borough.
B.
Land Use. Conshohocken Borough has a wide variety of land uses, including
a strong residential character. The Borough should preserve and protect
the character, stability, and value of land and buildings.
C.
Housing. The Borough has a diverse housing mix, with many types and
densities, and appearances. The integrity of established residential
neighborhoods should be protected. Infill housing should complement
the existing neighborhoods. New development should provide adequate
off-street parking, recreation facilities, and open space.
D.
Commerce. Future commercial development should respect surrounding
residential neighborhoods. In the Borough, commercial activities should
mix with residential in certain areas such as Fayette Street and the
redevelopment area.
E.
Industry. The existing industry in the Borough should be adequately
regulated so that it may remain and its noise, odors, or other unwanted
features can be minimized.
F.
Institutions. The many institutions in the Borough are part of the
community and should be encouraged to remain and yet be respectful
to surrounding residential neighborhoods.
G.
Transportation. The Borough should strive for the best possible relationship
between land use and transportation. The public thoroughfares of the
Borough should be safe and efficient for all vehicles, pedestrians,
and bicyclists.
H.
Community Facilities and Services. The present level of community
services should be expanded and improved. The Borough should have
appropriate open spaces, recreation facilities, opportunities for
education and enrichment, and health and safety services.
I.
Intergovernmental Cooperation and Implementation. The Borough should
cooperate with other communities on regional affairs. The Comprehensive
Plan should guide growth through strong program of planning with active
citizen participation.
J.
Environment. Borough regulations should maintain a high standard
of air and water quality and the protection of natural resources,
including stream valleys, floodplains, and riverbanks. The appearance
of the Borough should be improved through appropriate sign regulation,
landscaping, and design controls.
[Ord. 6-2001, 10/10/2001; as amended through 12/2005]
It is not intended for this Chapter to repeal, abrogate, annul,
or interfere with any existing ordinance or enactment, or with any
rules, regulations, or permit adoption or issued thereunder, except
insofar as the same may be inconsistent or in conflict with any of
the provisions of this Chapter, provided that where this Chapter imposes
greater restrictions upon the use of buildings or land, or upon the
height and bulk of buildings, or prescribes larger open spaces than
are required, the provisions of this Chapter shall control.
[Ord. 6-2001, 10/10/2001; as amended through 12/2005]
Wherever federal, state or county-owned property is included
in one or more zoning districts, it shall be subject to the provisions
of this Chapter only insofar as is permitted by the Constitution and
Laws of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
In the case of municipally owned property, the provisions of this
Chapter shall not apply.
