A.
In reviewing and acting upon the subdivision applications, the City
Planning Board shall approve a subdivision only if evidence is presented
which establishes that:
(3)
The proposed subdivision will conform to the Official Street Map,
the development plan and the Zoning Code of the City of Lackawanna.
(4)
The proposed subdivision will ensure the accurate and easy description
of land.
(5)
The proposed subdivision will ensure orderly growth and development.
(6)
The proposed subdivision will ensure the proper use of the land and
its natural resources.
(7)
The proposed subdivision will provide for the conservation and protection
of the land and its natural resources. The Board shall consider whether
and to what extent the proposed site design recognizes the limitation
and opportunities of topography and preserves existing major features
such as trees, watercourses, historic spots, vistas and similar irreplaceable
assets.
(8)
The proposed subdivision can be used safely for building purposes.
The Board shall consider whether, and to what extent, the land intended
for building purposes is reasonably free of any danger to life, health
or property due to poor drainage, flood or other such unsanitary or
unsafe condition.
(9)
The proposed subdivision makes adequate provision for circulation.
The Board shall consider whether, and to what extent, the proposed
subdivision provides adequate access for fire-fighting equipment;
the proposed circulation elements provide for the adequate protection
of residential properties within the subdivision and adjacent to the
subdivision; and the proposed pedestrian routes provide circulation
or access to schools, playgrounds, shopping, transportation and other
community facilities.
(10)
The proposed subdivision makes adequate provision for services
and utilities.
(11)
The proposed subdivision makes adequate provision for light
and air.
