The intent of this article is to provide Hamilton
Township with information which is necessary to preserve its environment
and to assure the orderly growth and development of the township.
It is therefore recognized that, in order to promote land uses which
support the public health, safety and welfare, protect public and
private property and are reasonably consistent and compatible with
the natural laws governing the physical, chemical and ecological environment
of the township, environmental impact and site analysis statements,
herein known as an "EIS," shall be required to assure a thorough documentation
of every project. It is in this context that this article is set forth.
A.
Requirements for EIS documentation.
(2)
In all instances, however, the Planning Board
shall have the authority to require either a full EIS or any further
information or documentation as the Board may deem necessary or appropriate
to assure a full and proper consideration and disposition of the particular
application.
(3)
In the case of nonresidential developments seeking
a use variance, a full EIS submission shall be prepared unless otherwise
waived under the appropriate guidelines of this chapter.
B.
Waiver of requirements. When acting upon applications
requiring an EIS or equivalent, the Planning Board shall have the
power to grant such waivers from environmental assessment and impact
requirements established herein as may be reasonable and within the
purpose and intent of the provisions of this article or if requiring
a specific element of the EIS is impractical or will exact undue hardship
because of peculiar conditions pertaining to the land in question;
provided, however, that no such waiver shall be granted unless the
applicant shall submit written findings briefly outlining the basis
and rationale for such request.
C.
The Planning Board may waive any or all requirements
of the EIS for industrial development as may be reasonable and within
the purpose and standards of this article, provided that such development
is located in an approved industrial park and a waiver request is
submitted as part of the site plan application package.
The environmental impact statement should be
prepared using an interdisciplinary approach. The qualifications of
the person(s) who prepared each of the various elements of the statement
shall be identified in a separate section of the EIS. References shall
be cited throughout the statement as appropriate and listed fully
using a consistent, standard format.
The environmental impact statement shall be
bound or in a loose-leaf binder and submitted on paper 8 1/2
inches by 11 inches. Each major section of the statement shall be
clearly identified and shall begin on a separate page. All maps, plans
and aerial photographs included in the statement shall specify a North
point, graphic scale, date of preparation, source of information and,
when appropriate, boundary lines. Maps, plans and aerial photographs
submitted in each major section of the statement shall be at appropriate
scales to facilitate comparative analyses and assessments of environmental
impacts.
The EIS shall contain the following elements,
as specified below:
A.
Cover page. The cover page shall indicate:
B.
Executive summary. A one-page summary containing the
following elements shall be placed at the beginning of the EIS:
(1)
A brief description of the proposed project,
including a summary traffic analysis, fiscal impact analysis, total
number of units by type and transparency overlay maps at a scale of
one inch equals 2,000 feet.
(2)
A summary of major beneficial and adverse environmental
impacts of the proposed facility.
(3)
A summary of major alternatives considered.
(4)
The township, county, state and federal approvals
required or received for the proposed facility, if any.
(5)
Any other information deemed appropriate.
C.
Table of contents. The EIS shall contain a table of
contents indicating the page numbers of the major sections and subsections
of the EIS, as well as any appendixes and accompanying exhibits.
D.
Inventory. The applicant shall succinctly describe
the existing environmental conditions of the site and surrounding
region in sufficient detail to assist in the location and design of
the facility, provide a basis for the applicant's assessment of the
probable beneficial and adverse impacts of the proposed facility and
enable the township to make the findings for permit approval. General
inventory requirements for each facility type shall be as required
herein.
E.
Project description. The applicant shall succinctly
describe what he proposes to do and where and how he proposes to do
it during construction and operation of the facility. The project
description shall include written text and graphic materials, including
a site plan which may contain as much of the project description requirements
for each facility type as required herein.
F.
Assessment. The applicant shall succinctly assess
the probable beneficial and adverse impacts of the proposed facility
on the built and natural environment as described in the inventory
section of the EIS. Where appropriate, on-site primary impacts and
off-site secondary impacts shall be assessed. Specific assessment
requirements vary depending upon the sensitivity of the land and water
features of the site and the scale and complexity of the proposed
facility. In general, the assessment shall be made from the long-term
perspective that each generation is a trustee of the natural and built
environment for future generations.
G.
Unavoidable adverse environmental impact. The applicant
shall describe probable adverse environmental impacts of the facility
that cannot be avoided, including irretrievable commitments of resources,
which shall be listed in the order of their relative magnitude.
H.
Techniques to minimize adverse environmental impacts.
The applicant shall describe the steps he will take to minimize or
avoid adverse environmental impacts during the facility's construction,
operation or removal both at the site and in the surrounding region.
The applicant's program for ascertaining and verifying the accuracy
of the environmental assessment of the facility and the actual effects
of project construction shall be described in narrative and graphic
form.
I.
Alternatives.
(2)
The discussion of design alternatives shall
include an evaluation of design alternatives that might avoid or minimize
some or all of the probable adverse environmental impacts of the project.
The applicant shall summarize the costs and benefits of the design
alternatives analyzed and presented. A brief summary of the reasons
for the acceptability or nonacceptability of each alternative shall
be given. For residential and sewerage facilities, the presentation
of design alternatives may include a brief narrative and accompanying
sketch plans.
(3)
For residential and nonresidential projects
seeking a use variance, the applicant shall also briefly state alternative
uses of the site considered and the reasons for rejection.
J.
Other required licenses, permits and approvals. The
applicant shall list all known licenses, permits and other approvals
required by township, county, state or federal law for the construction
and operation of the proposed facility. The status of each shall be
identified.
K.
Documentation. The applicant shall prepare a reference
list, using a consistent standard format, of all published materials,
reports, manuscripts or other written sources of information on the
facility, its site and surrounding region consulted and employed in
the preparation of the environmental impact statement. A separate
reference list of all government agencies and individuals that either
provided information orally and by letter or coordinated the EIS shall
be prepared, with the dates and locations of all meetings specified.
The documentation section shall also indicate the person(s) that prepared
each major section and subsection of EIS, including their qualifications.
The same schedule and conditions applicable
to the full site plan requirements shall also apply to periods of
a submitted EIS.
Inventory and plan elements shall be as follows:
A.
General site location map. The site of the proposed
facility shall be located generally on a United States Geological
Survey Map of the township.
B.
Site location map and existing site conditions.
(1)
A site location map shall be provided consistent
with the standards established for a site plan submission as set forth
in the Hamilton Township subdivision and site plan review regulations.
(2)
Existing site conditions shall be outlined pursuant
to the requirements set forth in the Hamilton Township site plan review
regulations.
(3)
The applicant shall furnish a written statement
and appropriate maps locating and explaining future development anticipated
by the applicant, if any, to both the site and adjacent land owned
or leased by the applicant or that the applicant has an option to
purchase or lease.
C.
Geology and soils. A map and text shall identify and
describe the physical features of the site, including but not limited
to:
(1)
Soil types, as classified and mapped by the
United States Soil Conservation Service, New Jersey Pinelands Commission
and verified on site by a competent professional, i.e., soils engineer.
(2)
A soils data chart with descriptions indicating
the following information for each soil type identified within the
site:
(a)
Drainage class.
(b)
Permeability class.
(c)
Seasonal high-water table.
(d)
Foundation limitations.
(e)
Agricultural land capacity class.
(f)
Erosion potential.
(g)
Septic tank suitability, if appropriate.
(h)
Trafficability (dust hazard).
(i)
Depth of and name of the first geologic formation
named on New Jersey Geologic Map, Atlas Sheet 40, including prequaternary
deposits.
(j)
Degree of acidity and alkalinity of soil (pH
of 5.5 or lower and pH of 8.5 and higher).
(3)
Engineering soil classification, as mapped by
the Soil Conservation Service of the United States Department of Agriculture.
(4)
An engineering design characteristics chart
indicating the following information for each engineering soil classification
within the site:
(5)
The location, nature and thickness of any areas
containing landfill materials on and within 2,000 feet of the site,
a description of the landfill materials and the appropriate beginning
and cessation dates of landfill activities.
(6)
Potentially valuable mineral, gravel or other
subsurface resources of the site shall be identified.
(7)
Soil erosion and sediment control plan. The
site plan or a separate plan shall identify, describe and locate the
following items, where applicable, for the proposed facility:
(a)
Specific sediment control methods and structure,
including but not limited to seeding, mulching, sodding, diversions,
waterways, slope stabilization structures and sedimentation basins,
including the design rationale for permanent sedimentation basins
or other waterways.
(b)
A schedule for the installation of planned erosions
and sedimentation control measures, stating anticipated starting and
completion dates for clearing and grading, timing of storm drain or
culvert installations, duration of exposure of soils and critical
areas stabilization, both temporary and permanent.
(c)
An outline of procedures for the maintenance
of the erosion control facilities, including disposal of materials
to be removed from these control facilities.
D.
Hydrology. A topographic map of the site and its surroundings
to a distance of 300 feet, with contour intervals consistent with
the Hamilton Township subdivision and site plan review regulations.
(1)
Surface water.
(a)
Existing natural and man-made watercourses,
including drainageways, swales and water control structures, on and
within 300 feet of the site, with their location, width, slope, capacity
and direction of flow.
(b)
Flood hazard areas or flood-prone areas with
cross sections of watercourses at an appropriate scale and at appropriate
intervals along the watercourse, showing extent of floodplain, top
of bank, normal water level and bottom elevation.
(c)
Existing lakes, ponds, bays and estuaries within
or adjacent to the site, with location, extent and water level elevation.
(d)
Existing storm drainage systems, including storm
sewers, drainage ditches and retention or detention basins, on or
adjacent to the site, with location, extent, capacity and direction
of flow.
(f)
Existing slope analysis, with slopes of 0% to
1%, 2% to 4%, 5% to 9%, 10% to 14% and 15% or more delineated.
E.
Water quality.
(1)
Surface water. A water quality inventory of
such water bodies directly affected by the proposed facility shall
be prepared utilizing existing authoritative sources of information,
including but not limited to Hamilton Township, the Atlantic County
Board of Health, the Department of Environmental Protection, the United
States Geological Survey, the United States Environmental Protection
Agency or the Pinelands Commission. The classifications of such affected
water bodies, their water quality standards and their status in meeting
the established water quality standards shall be described. Existing
restrictive uses of these water bodies shall be identified. The need
to prevent additional data shall be based upon the relative sensitivity
of the water body affected.
(2)
Groundwater. Where groundwaters are to be utilized
for potable water supplies, the water quality inventory shall include
established drinking water standards, water quality standards established
for groundwaters, the location of test wells and the results of samples
taken. Proposed well sites shall be marked on a project site map.
F.
Water supply. If potable water is not provided from
on-site wells, the existing and proposed potable water supply system
available to the site shall be identified and described in maps and
text, indicating:
G.
Wastewater treatment facilities. The existing and
proposed wastewater treatment facilities available to the site shall
be identified and described in maps and text, indicating:
(1)
Availability of existing facilities, including
status of sewer connection ban, if any.
(2)
The adequacy of existing facilities, including:
(a)
Design capacity, type of treatment provided
and location of outfall.
(b)
Current flows, including average monthly during
highest month and highest twenty-four-hour flow.
(c)
Outstanding commitments to accept additional
flows from other projects.
(d)
Water quality standards and effluent limitations.
(4)
Where individual septic tanks are proposed,
indicate:
(a)
The location of registered or licensed water
supplies within 500 feet of the project.
(b)
Field data describing results of soil borings,
percolation test and seasonally high groundwater table conditions,
with specific locations, including the dates of these tests. Soil
borings shall be classified by the unified soil classification system.
[1]
Editor's Note: Environmental Impact Statements
are located at the end of this chapter.
A.
The site plan or a separate plan shall identify, locate
and describe the proposed type and capacity of the following utilities,
where applicable, which serve the site and are employed at the site
by the facility:
(1)
Water supply system.
(2)
Sanitary sewer system.
(3)
Storm drainage system.
(4)
Electricity service.
(5)
Gas service.
(6)
Telephone service.
(7)
Solid waste disposal and garbage collection
service.
(8)
Cable television system.
(9)
Fire alarm system.
(10)
Steam distribution system.
(11)
Street and on-site lighting system.
(12)
Liquid, chemical, gaseous wastes, etc.
B.
The demand for the utility generated by the proposed
facility shall be specified, and, where possible, the existing capacity
of the utility and the remaining unused capacity of the utility shall
be indicated.
D.
The utilities plan shall also include a strategy for
water conservation, including techniques for recycling of water when
the individual land use so dictates, i.e., commercial and industrial
uses.
A map and text shall identify and describe the
vegetation of the site, including but not limited to the following
items:
A.
The vegetation types present, indicating the major
species by scientific and common name, indicating both overstory and
understory species.
B.
The general character, including age and size, of
major stands of trees.
C.
The location of all specimen trees, all trees with
a diameter of 12 inches or greater and the location and description
of threatened or endangered plants.
D.
The method of delineating limits of clearing in areas
to be preserved shall be shown: This may take the form of snow fence,
silt fence, flagging or such other means as may be approved by the
Planning or Zoning Board.
[Added 7-7-1997 by Ord. No. 1261-97]
A map and text shall identify and describe the
wildlife on the site, indicated by their common and scientific names,
including but not limited to the following items:
A.
The location and character of distinct and wildlife
habitats that are essential to the continued nesting, resting, breeding
and feeding of significant populations of fish and wildlife in the
Pinelands.
B.
A wildlife management plan shall be submitted indicating:
(1)
The areas of open space designed to support
elements of a wildlife management plan.
(2)
A landscape plan which includes plants with
food and habitat value to wildlife.
(3)
The utilization of stormwater detention-retention
ponds or multipurpose recreational and wildlife management purposes.
(4)
The protection of critical habitats of threatened
and endangered species.
A.
The applicant shall identify all sources of energy
to be furnished at the site and shall document their availability.
B.
An energy plan shall specify anticipated energy utilization
for space heating and cooling, industrial processes and other uses
and energy conservation techniques to be implemented, including landscaping
and building siting as a result of a microclimatic analysis. It shall
further describe alternative sources or types of energy to serve the
facility, compare their efficiency and cost and state the reasons
for selection of the preferred alternative. The energy plan shall
also discuss how the facility will manage its energy load in order
to reduce peak load demand or shift its load off the system-wide peak
of the supplying utility system.
C.
In addition, the applicant shall document the energy
efficiency programs to be instituted for common spaces such as community
buildings, pools, etc.
A.
Existing public and private services relevant to the
proposed facility and available at the site and its surrounding region
shall be described and plotted on a township base map with appropriate
service routes being marked. Such services shall include but not be
limited to police and fire protection, first-aid and ambulance services,
health services, public and private educational facilities, school
bus routes, public bus routes, facilities, cultural facilities, etc.
B.
All such facilities shall be categorized by type,
existing capacity to serve and potential capacity, based upon the
projected use and reserve capacity.
[Amended 7-7-1997 by Ord. No. 1261-97]
A.
Requirement. The maintenance of a safe transportation
network is important to the public safety and welfare. The need to
identify all hazards or problems created by proposed development is
an essential step for the protection of the public and the assurance
of orderly land development patterns. Traffic studies will be required
for all fast-food stores, convenience stores, banks and any facilities
with a drive-in window plus other commercial facilities of at least
10,000 square feet, housing developments of over 40 houses and developments
with 45 parking spaces or more. Other developments may be required
to provide traffic studies by the Planning Board, Zoning Board of
Adjustment or their traffic consultant.
(1)
The transportation impact report is designed
to identify the traffic impacts that are generated by proposed use
or uses and to identify all improvements required to ensure safe ingress
to and egress from, maintenance or adequate roadway capacity and elimination
of hazardous conditions as related to proposed development or developments.
(a)
Traffic network site description. A detailed
description of the highway network within the study area, description
of the proposed land uses, the anticipated stages of construction
and the anticipated competition date of the proposed land development
shall be provided. (Note: Given the size and complexity of the land
uses in Hamilton Township, the Planning Board or Zoning Board of Adjustment,
upon the advice of its professional staff, may request additional
analysis of specific highway networks, intersections, etc., as deemed
necessary to develop comprehensive understanding of existing traffic
conditions). This description, which shall be in the form of map at
a scale of at least one inch equals 400 feet, shall include the following
terms: all major intersection, all proposed and existing ingress and
egress locations, all existing roadway widths and rights-of-way, all
existing and proposed public transportation services and facilities
within the study areas and the 85th percentile speed.
(b)
In addition, any changes to the highway network
within the study area projects shall be mapped and described. This
description shall include the above items, as well as any proposed
construction project that would alter the width and/or alignment of
the present highway. All sources of such information shall be identified
with reference to title, author, date and publisher.
(c)
The study area shall include areas that are
impacted by the development. The study area should be confirmed with
the traffic consultant for the Planning Board or Zoning Board of Adjustment
consultant prior to beginning the traffic study.
(2)
A description of existing traffic conditions
shall be provided indicating the following:
(a)
A twenty-four-hour traffic count shall be conducted
for period of three weekdays (Monday to Friday) on all roadways which
have direct access to the proposed development site. Prior to conducting
traffic counts, the applicant shall submit a map identifying the location(s)
for said site to the traffic consultant and seek approval to conduct
counts at the specified locations. The existing average daily traffic
volume and the highest average peak hour volume for any weekday hour
between 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. shall be
recorded. Where such counts are conducted at intersections, delineation
of all turning movements shall be made on fifteen-minute intervals.
These traffic volumes shall be averaged to determine the average hourly
peak traffic volumes and projection of the 30th highest hour volume
for the three days between Monday and Friday. The applicant shall
make available, upon request, all worksheets and field data used to
generate figures documenting existing traffic conditions. Alternate
traffic counts may be required during weekend or other peak time periods
to anticipate seasonal variations in recreational traffic or other
peaking characteristics. This requirement will be at the discretion
of the traffic consultant, based upon the use proposed.
(b)
All commercial activities will require Saturday
hourly directional counts and will require manual turning movement
counts between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
B.
Plan. Transportation impact of the proposed project
shall provide accurate data on the traffic condition of roads in the
immediate vicinity of proposal at the time it is actually developed.
(1)
Transportation impact of the development. The
average weekday trip generation rates and the highest average hourly
a.m., p.m. and Saturday trip generating rates for the proposed use
shall be determined from the Institute of Transportation Engineer's
trip generating report of comparable source information recognized
by the traffic engineering profession. (Note: For most highways in
Hamilton Township, the peak hours occur between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00
p.m., except as required for seasonal evaluations. On such roads,
the worst time condition of the road is unlikely to change solely
because single use has different peak hours. Large development of
regional impact may, however, alter this generalization; hence, data
for both time periods must be provided.)
(2)
Determination of roadway levels of service:
(a)
Calculate roadway levels of service. Roadway
services volumes shall be calculated for all roadways in the study
area utilizing the latest Highway Capacity Manual and New Jersey Department
of Transportation approved software.
(b)
Levels of service shall be calculated for existing
conditions, future conditions without site traffic and future (build-out)
conditions with site traffic.
(3)
Determination of intersection service level.
(a)
Calculated intersection levels of service. Intersection
level of service shall be calculated for all intersections in the
study utilizing the latest Highway Capacity Manual and New Jersey
Department of Transportation approved software.
(b)
Levels of service shall be calculated for existing
conditions, future conditions without site traffic and future (build-out)
conditions with site traffic.
(4)
Analysis of transportation impact. The future
projected traffic as determined above will be assessed on the area
transportation network. The analysis will determine the existing level
of service, the future level of service in the year of build-out and
the future level of service at build-out. In addition, improvements
that may be required to determine an adequate level of service C in
the future will be determined. The applicant will determine the percent
impact of the site on the various impacted roadways and intersections,
any improvements needed to achieve level of service C in the future,
the cost of these improvements and the developer's fair share contribution
for these improvements.
(5)
If violation of state or federal air quality
standard is found to exist or will result from the proposed development,
the applicant will be required to pay pro rata share of the cost necessary
to make the required improvements to meet the state or federal air
quality standards. Since development will not be allowed without this
improvement in place, the developer that causes this violation may
have to stage development or pay for the entire improvement to be
allowed to develop fully.
(6)
Traffic control devices. Whenever, as a result
of additional traffic generated by proposed development, the Manual
of Uniform Traffic Control Devices determines the need for traffic
signal or regulatory sign, the developer shall be responsible for
securing all permits prior to obtaining final approval of all traffic
devices and signs. If the traffic signal is warranted by the traffic
that is produced by the development, or would not be required without
this development, the applicant shall be required to provide the traffic
signal or bond for the full cost of the construction of the traffic
signal.
(7)
Pedestrian circulation plan. A pedestrian circulation
plan shall be created indicating:
(a)
The route and volume relationships of pedestrian
traffic from sources such as recreation, work, schools, churches,
etc., within the project boundary and within one mile of the project
boundary shall be assessed for adequacy.
(b)
Pedestrian route linkages shall be shown with
adjoining projects if such relationships exist. If they do not exist,
then the reasons why they do not shall be substantiated.
(c)
This pedestrian demand volume shall consist
of cumulative increase of pedestrian traffic volume based upon projected
projects, as stipulated by the developer and concurred by Hamilton
Township, and the anticipated pedestrian traffic that will be generated
by the proposed development.
(d)
A separate pedestrian circulation site plan
sheet shall be provided showing all sidewalk and pedestrian pathways.
(8)
Truck traffic generated as a result of commercial
use shall be identified in terms of:
(a)
Volume and hours of traffic.
(b)
Estimated origin-destination of such vehicles
shall be mapped entering Hamilton Township.
(c)
Routes from major arterial to the project site,
indicating whether or not residential areas are penetrated and, if
so, why.
(d)
Loading and unloading areas or commercial traffic
shall be identified on the site plan, indicating size, turnaround,
etc., in sufficient detail to make an appropriate analysis of adequacy.
(e)
Truck traffic shall be identified with references
to size and weight. Frequency of use shall be indicated as well as
the adequacy of said roadway to carry such weight and volume.
(f)
Truck routes shall be determined and show all
bridge crossings from the site to the state highways via all routes
proposed for use.
(9)
Mass transportation alternatives. The applicant
shall describe the mass transportation alternatives either to the
applicant presently or in the future. The relationship to future mass
transportation projects shall be addressed. The application at a minimum
shall show existing bus routes and their relationship to the project.
School bus routes with proposed pickup and dropoff points shall be
identified on the site plan.
A.
Map.
(1)
A map and accompanying text shall identify the
site and locate and describe the types and quantities, physical accessibility
and availability for public use of recreation facilities and services
within two miles of the site, including but not limited to the following:
waterways, beaches, wetlands, marinas, boat docks and launching platforms,
playgrounds, parks, forests, natural areas, tennis courts, swimming
pools, bikeways, etc. The extent of existing use and of unused capacity
of these facilities shall also be indicated based upon the anticipated
schedule of development.
(2)
The relationship of the outlying recreational
facilities and the utility to the needs of the proposed project shall
be clearly documented with respect to demand and supply considerations.
B.
Open space and recreation plan.
(1)
The proposed location, type and quantity of
open space provided by the applicant at the site shall be classified
and described. The proposed location, type and quantity of areas and
structures provided by the applicant for on-site active and passive
indoor and outdoor recreation shall be classified and described. The
applicant shall discuss how the open space and recreation areas and
structure areas are to be maintained. The applicant shall demonstrate
how the proposed open space and recreation system links with, enhances
or expands upon the contiguous or adjacent open space and recreation
areas and specify how the public's access to the open space and recreation
system is assured, either by public ownership, dedicated land, easements
or other suitable mechanisms.
(2)
The recreational plan shall present a detailed
breakdown of recreational activities or the population of the proposed
project by age groups and sex. Such plan shall also indicate the recreational
uses that have seasonal value, i.e., summer, winter, fall and spring,
as well as day or night use. (NOTE: At a minimum, such plan shall
use as a guideline the standards and comments set forth in: A Guide
For Recreational Design Review, New Jersey Department of Community
Affairs, Division of Local Government Services, September 1976; Site
Planning Standards, Joseph DeChiara and Lee F Koppelman, McGraw-Hill,
1978; and Urban Planning and Design Criteria, Third Edition, Joseph
DeChiara and Lee E. Koppelman, McGraw-Hill.)
(3)
Within the scope of recreational activities
required by the projected population of the proposed project, the
plan shall identify the extent to which those recreational needs shall
be accommodated within the project or by existing community facilities.
(4)
All recreational areas and facilities shall
be designed in accordance with the New Jersey Department of Environmental
Protection publication Administration Guidelines: Barrier-Free Design
Standards for Parks and Recreational Facilities and, if in the Pinelands
Area, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 7:50-6.143(a)2 and 6.144(a)1-3.
[Amended 11-20-1989 by Ord. No. 1014-89]
C.
General requirements.
[Added 6-5-2000 by Ord. No. 1367-2000]
(1)
Prior to preliminary approval, the applicant
shall submit, for review by the Township Planner, manufacturer's descriptive
data and supporting information for all park and recreation apparatus.
(2)
In the designation of common open space areas,
consideration shall be given to providing for continuity of opera
space between sections of a development and between open space on
adjacent lands. Open space shall be distributed throughout the development
so that there is a hierarchy of activities from preservation areas
to passive open space adjacent to and between each residential cluster.
Designating all open space in one portion of a development is discouraged.
(3)
Usable recreation space should be provided for
active recreation within 1/4 mile of all units. Part of this
recreation component may consist of a lake or pond having a constant
water level, but excluding therefrom detention and retention basins.
Any larger preservation spaces shall be contiguous to and directly
related to dwelling structures. Usable recreation space may be improved
with facilities for swimming pools, tot-lots, playgrounds and quiet
outdoor sports such as but not limited to tennis, paddle tennis, golf,
baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse and the like and accessory
buildings such as clubhouses and pavilions. The approving authority
shall have complete and final determination as to the adequacy, usefulness
and functionality of lands set aside for open spaces.
(4)
Recreational facilities should be operated for
the benefit of the residents of the development. They should not be
commercial enterprises open to anyone who pays a fee.
(5)
Common open space for recreational purposes shall be provided in all major subdivisions and residential site plans in an amount as required by Chapter 203 and by this section, where applicable. The developer shall improve this area for active and passive recreation as specified herein. Plans for the improvement of this recreation area shall be an integral component of any preliminary plat and final construction drawings for any major subdivision or residential site plan.
(6)
The developer shall have the option to post an off-tract assessment in an amount calculated pursuant to Subsection I.
(7)
Notwithstanding the minimum area requirements for open space and recreation in Chapter 203, Land Use and Development, the following minimum requirements shall be met by all major residential developments within the township. Such open space areas shall be developed with appropriate recreational facilities sufficient to meet the needs of the residents of the proposed development, These areas shall provide recreational opportunities based on the following formula: 1/12 of one acre ( 1/20 acre) for each dwelling unit plus 5% of the gross site area for undeveloped (passive) recreation. Recreational facilities shall be provided as indicated by § 203-158E.
(8)
Where feasible, the common open space shall
connect to existing township park, recreation or conservation lands
or connect into an adjacent planned development's common open space.
Public pedestrian and/or bicycle paths shall be included in the open
space whenever feasible and shall be designed to connect into a larger
scale township system if applicable or feasible.
(9)
There should be a close visual and physical
relationship between open space and as many dwelling units as arc
reasonably possible. Open space areas should weave between dwelling
units generally respecting a minimum width of 50 feet and periodically
widening out into significant and usable recreation areas.
D.
Open space/recreation design guidelines.
[Added 6-5-2000 by Ord. No. 1367-2000]
(1)
An effective open space system should tie together
a number of diverse recreational activity areas with adequate pedestrian
pathways and auto/bicycle access for the residents it is intended
to serve. As many homes as possible should have direct access to the
open space of a development. Developed open space generally should
not be isolated in one corner of a project.
(2)
Active recreation should be visibly close but
shall not interfere with the privacy of adjacent residents. It should
be designed to accommodate the recreation needs of the project's intended
age groups.
(3)
Development in the vicinity or undeveloped open
space shall be designed to protect the site's natural resources, animal
habitat, flood-prone areas, etc. The undeveloped open space shall
be utilized to provide protection for critical ecosystems within the
project site and to preserve in perpetuity of the natural assets of
the project area.
(4)
All open space shall be recorded in the master
deed for each project to reflect its permanency for such space. Such
document shall be submitted to the Planning Board prior to final approval.
E.
Recreational facilities. In all residential developments
that require recreational facilities, the developer shall install,
as a minimum, the following recreational facilities on the land that
has been set aside for recreational purposes. The Planning Board may,
at its discretion, alter the schedule of active recreation facilities
required, or allow equivalent facilities such as skating rinks, picnic
areas, swimming facilities, etc.
[Added 6-5-2000 by Ord. No. 1367-2000]
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Dwelling Units
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Land
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Tot Courts
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Tennis Courts
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Basketball Grounds
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Play Fields
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Multi-purpose
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1 to 4
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5 to 24
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1
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25 to 49
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*
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1
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1
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50 to 99
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*
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1
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1
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1
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100 to 199
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*
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2
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2
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1
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200 to 249
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*
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2
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2
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1
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1
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1
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250 to 349
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*
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2
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3
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1
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1
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1
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350 to 449
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2
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4
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2
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1
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1
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*NOTE: 0.05 acres per dwelling unit [plus 5%
of the gross site area for undeveloped (passive) recreation].
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(1)
Tot-lots. Tot-lots shall be a minimum of 5,000
square feet excluding areas required for fencing, buffering or walkways
and shall contain, as a minimum, the following improvements:
[Amended 3-21-2005 by Ord. No. 1518-2005]
(a)
A four-foot-high chain link fence with gate
or other buffering or screening bordering residential properties and
roadways.
(b)
Two benches, each to be eight feet long and
constructed of aluminum.
(c)
Two table and bench sets.
(d)
Ground cover shall be in accordance with the
requirements of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, Playground
Safety Subcode.
(e)
One swing set with four swings, two of which
shall be tot swings, one tot chair and one slash-proof belt seat,
2 3/8 inches outside diameter; legs and top rails with 2 7/8
inches outside diameter fittings, eight feet in height.
(f)
One single platform whirl seven feet eight inches
in diameter.
(g)
Two saddle mates with metal c springs.
(h)
One climber, two feet by 12 feet, with a height
of approximately four feet seven inches.
(i)
One sandbox, 15 feet by 15 feet.
(j)
One slide two feet by 14 feet, with a height
of approximately six feet, and must have wraparound top rails with
nonskid steps.
(k)
One trash receptacle with retractable bottom,
ten-gallon capacity, green in color.
(2)
Playgrounds. Playgrounds shall be not less than
three acres in size, excluding areas required for fencing, buffering
or walkways, and shall contain, as a minimum, the following improvements:
(a)
Not less than one tot-lot as defined above.
(b)
Not fewer than one play lot which shall contain,
as a minimum, the following improvements:
[1]
One heavy-duty swing set with legs and top rail
not less than 2 3/8 inches outside diameter and with two-and-seven-eighths-inch
fittings. The swing set is to be at least 10 feet in height with not
fewer than four slash-proof belt-type seats.
[2]
One bicycle rack not less than 10 feet in length,
of aluminum construction or such other materials as may be approved
by the Township Planner.
(c)
Playing fields and courts.
[2]
Football and soccer fields may share all or
portions of the same open area.
[3]
Baseball and softball fields may share portions
of the same open area.
[4]
Where playing fields as noted above share all
or portions of the same area, the layout of such fields shall be subject
to the approval of the Township Planner.
(3)
Tennis courts. Tennis courts shall be of regulation
sealer and in all cases shall be constructed as follows:
(a)
The courts shall be four inches of bituminous
stabilized base on a properly prepared subgrade on 1.5 inches of FABC
leveling course, and 1.5 inches SP-1 vinyl latex top course and shall
be color-coated with light green for in-play and brick red for out-of-play.
The sealer shall be California Products Corporation or equal as approved
by the Township Planner.
(b)
There shall be one set of ground sockets set
in concrete on each court.
(c)
There shall be one set of tennis posts 3 1/2
inches outside diameter with heavy-duty nylon tennis nets on each
court.
(d)
There shall be one reel per court.
(e)
Tennis courts shall be surrounded with a twelve-foot-high
green vinyl clad chain link fence with entrance gate and buffered
planting as designated by the Township Planner.
(f)
There shall be night lighting with timers at
courts to be designated by the Township Planner.
(g)
One bench eight feet in length and constructed
of aluminum shall be installed at each court.
(4)
Basketball courts. Basketball courts shall be
a minimum size of 50 feet by 84 feet and shall contain, as a minimum,
the following requirements:
(a)
Two fan-shaped aluminum basketball backstops.
(b)
Two four-and-one-half-inch outside diameter
basketball posts with forty-eight-inch extension.
(c)
Two double ring and double brace goals with
metal nets.
(d)
Four inches of bituminous stabilized base course
on a properly prepared subgrade, 1.5 inches of FABC leveling course,
and a one-inch SP-1 vinyl latex top course.
(e)
There shall be night lighting with timers at
courts to be designated by the Township Planner.
(5)
Baseball or softball fields. The baseball/softball
fields shall have a minimum slope of 2% and maximum slope of 3%, with
grading to be approved by the Township Engineer, and shall contain,
as a minimum, the following requirements:
(a)
Baseball/softball field combinations should
conform to the recommended standards in design.
(b)
There shall be one backstop with four panels:
two ten-foot back panels and two side panels 10 feet high with complete
overhang over the back and side panels.
(c)
There shall be two side fences, four feet high
and 20 feet long, with chain link fencing on both sides of the side
panels.
(d)
There shall be two fifteen-foot-long players'
benches, constructed of aluminum.
(e)
The infield should be covered with infield dirt
as required by the Township Engineer.
(6)
Football/soccer fields. Football/soccer fields
should be a minimum of 1 3/4 acres and shall have a minimum slope
of 2% and maximum slope of 3% and shall be approved by the Township
Engineer. All fields should conform to the recommended standards in
design.
(7)
Multipurpose fields. Multipurpose fields shall
be a minimum size of 250 feet by 420 feet, exclusive of area required
for fencing, screening, buffering and parking facilities or other
ancillary facilities, and shall contain, as a minimum, the following
improvements:
(a)
Completely grassed field.
(b)
Baseball/softball backstop in one corner of
the site.
(c)
Football/soccer field goal posts made of pipe
at the end of each field.
(d)
The field shall have a minimum slope of 2% and
maximum slope of 3%.
(e)
There shall be night lighting with timers at
courts to be designated by the Township Planner.
(8)
Pedestrian, bicycle and fitness trails.
(a)
Pedestrian and bicycle trails when constructed
as one trail shall be a minimum of six feet wide. Fitness trails are
to be a minimum of three feet wide. Trails are to be constructed free
of branches or other obstructions, are to have a minimum slope of
2% and should follow the contour of the area where possible. Trails
should be constructed of two-inch FABC-1 surface course over six inches
of quarry blend. Paths should generally follow ground contours, streams,
lakes, ponds or other natural features and shall have a designation.
When crossing roadways in a development, appropriate depressed curbing,
signs and crosswalk striping shall be provided.
(b)
Walkways and bicycle paths shall have information
signs. If trails are designed to be specifically used for bicycles,
then a sign marked with the international bicycling symbol shall be
used. The path system shall meet the following requirements:
(9)
Neighborhood parks. A neighborhood park shall
be a minimum of seven acres. Included in the minimum acreage is fencing,
screening, buffering and landscaping bordering residential properties
or any roadway and shall contain, as a minimum, the following requirements:
(a)
Tot-lot: one fully enclosed with four-foot-high
chain link fence and one entrance gate.
(b)
Playground: one.
(c)
Multipurpose paved courts: two basketball and
two tennis courts.
(d)
Multipurpose field: one baseball/softball and
one combination football/soccer field.
(e)
Picnic area: a minimum of 1/2 acre and
shall have, as a minimum, five aluminum picnic tables and three grills.
(f)
Parking area: a minimum of one car per 300 persons
of population served with not fewer than 10 parking spaces with two
parking spaces for the disabled.
(10)
Barrier-free site designs for the disabled.
All tot-lots, playgrounds, tennis/basketball courts, parks and any
other recreation areas shall be barrier-free so as to allow accessibility
for the disabled. Such areas are to be fully accessible, both in the
active areas as well as in the passive areas, and shall contain, as
a minimum, the following requirements:
(a)
There shall be a minimum of two parking spaces
for the handicapped with proper signage and striping.
(b)
Walkways shall be a minimum of six feet wide
for easy mobility.
(c)
There shall be access ramps where steps are
otherwise required on entrance to any recreational site. Ramps shall
be four feet wide with two continuous handrails 32 inches high.
(d)
Gates on all chain link fences shall have a
clear opening of 34 inches.
(e)
On all walkways which cross roads or sidewalks,
a depressed curb shall be provided for accessibility by the handicapped.
(11)
Community buildings. In planned developments
of over 150 dwelling units, consideration shall be given toward a
recreation center/community multipurpose building. Such facilities
should be within walking or easy biking distance of the majority of
the residents it is intended to serve.
(12)
Other amenities, Consider jogging trails and
exercise areas in an adult-orientated project. Provide benches and
sitting areas along pathways where appropriate and particularly where
they can incorporate or provide views of a significant landscape feature,
recreational facility or interesting site design of the project. Consider
area reserved for small garden plots in larger developments.
F.
The Board may require a developer to make certain
site preparation improvements to the open spaces and may require that
the site preparation improvements are made a part of the plan and
are noted therein. These improvements may include the following:
[Added 6-5-2000 by Ord. No. 1367-2000]
G.
Development of open space and recreational facilities
shall proceed at the same rate as development of the dwelling units.
To assure compliance with this section, the Planning Board shall require
the approval of an overall phasing plan and approval for any subdivision
planned and/or clustered development.
[Added 6-5-2000 by Ord. No. 1367-2000]
H.
The requirements of this section relating to the construction
of active recreation facilities may be modified and/or waived by the
Planning Board's determination that both the area local to the development
and Hamilton Township's park and recreation needs would be better
served by an agreed cash bequest to the designated parks and recreation
budget, which sums shall be added to the current year municipal budget,
when received as a dedication by rider, in accordance with the provisions
of N.J.S.A. 40A:4-39.
[Added 6-5-2000 by Ord. No. 1367-2000]
I.
Contribution in-lieu of facilities.
[Added 6-5-2000 by Ord. No. 1367-2000; amended 12-19-2005 by Ord. No. 1550-2005]
(1)
The amount of the contribution required pursuant
hereto shall be determined by the Township based upon the cost to
the Township to provide active recreational areas and the value of
the land for the passive recreation area. This would apply to all
residential development (including minor subdivisions) with the exception
of a remainder lot from a subdivision that contains an existing single-family
dwelling that would remain. An evaluation of the costs will annually
be reviewed by the Township in order to determine if the per-lot contribution
needs to be adjusted. The cost is established at $5,600 per lot for
all major subdivisions. For all minor subdivisions, the following
cost will be established:
[Amended 11-20-2006 by Ord. No. 1577-2006; 8-6-2007 by Ord. No. 1600-2007]
(a)
An existing lot containing and retaining the
dwelling unit, the following cost will be:
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2 new lots = $1,000/vacant lot
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3 new lots = $2,000/vacant lot
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4 new lots = $3,000/vacant lot
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(b)
An existing vacant lot with no dwelling units,
the following cost will be:
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2 new lots = $2,000/vacant lot
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3 new lots = $3,000/vacant lot
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4 new lots = $4,000/vacant lot
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(c)
All of the recreation fees, plus any previous
funds held in trust for this purpose, are to be made available for
recreation purposes as approved by the Township Committee.
(2)
Payment of the contribution required herein
shall be made prior to the recording of the subdivision.
J.
All development within the Pinelands Area of the township
shall conform to the recreation requirements contained in Section
7:50-6.141 to 7:50-6.144 of the CMP.
[Amended 6-5-2000 by Ord. No. 1367-2000]
A.
The township's historic resources of the site and
its relevant surrounding region shall be described via mapping and
a detailed narrative description. Areas and sites of archaeological,
architectural, anthropological and historic significance, including
those proposed for nomination or included in the National and State
Register of Historic Places, shall be identified, described and located
on an appropriately scaled map or maps. An awareness of both above-
and below-ground cultural resources, if any, should be documented
in this section, which should include a synopsis of the effort and
method that is the basis for these findings, unless a letter of interpretation
that an inventory is not required has been issued by the Pinelands
Commission.
B.
In the accomplishment of the above, the following
items must be identified or provided:
(1)
The qualifications of the person or persons
preparing the historic and archaeological resource analysis.
(2)
An outline of the methodology to be provided
in making determinations of historic or archaeologic significance.
(3)
The identification and inventory of all potential
landmarks, buildings, archaeological, etc., resources within the site
or contiguous to it.
(4)
If an inventory of the site reveals or involves historic buildings, archaeological artifacts or historic resources, the applicant shall specifically outline a course of action for preservation and/or treatment. Such outline shall identify each element of interest and relate the potential impact of the proposed project to it. Remedial courses of action shall be identified along with an outline with specific safeguards to protect such resources during construction, as required in Article XVIII, Historic District Site Plan Review.
Hamilton Township is a distinctive combination
of rural, forest and growth area environments that necessitate the
recognition and control of man-made or natural visual environments.
Accordingly, the applicant shall set forth in graphic and narrative
form the following:
A.
An analysis of the scenic corridors and vistas on
the site.
B.
The location of all buildings, structures, paved areas,
signs, etc., in relation to such areas via renderings, models, cross
sections, etc.
C.
Treatment of all views of waterfront areas where the
site has a view of or can be viewed from such scenic resources.
D.
The impact, or lack thereof, taking into account the
proposed project and considering also its night lighting impact on
scenic corridors and vistas.
A.
The applicant shall prepare a demographic and social analysis of conditions generated by the proposed project based on the most recent census data and the marketing analysis required in § 203-168 of this article or other information available from the township, Atlantic County or State of New Jersey.
B.
At a minimum:
(1)
This information shall include a demographic
profile of the project comparative to the existing community, as well
as the projected community population.
(2)
Demographic projections shall be based upon
estimated project build-out.
(3)
Such demographic information shall, at a minimum,
be categorized by age, sex, average annual income, occupation (United
States census classification).
(4)
The emphasis of the sociological information
is to provide a comparative analysis between the existing sociological
conditions and values and any subsequent impact upon these existing
conditions. The intent herein is to identify, as closely as possible,
such sociological impacts so that they may be appropriately addressed
and reconciled.
A.
The existing air quality of the site and its surrounding
region shall be evaluated and described, using existing monitoring
data collected by and available from state, county or other sources.
B.
The applicant shall, at a minimum, carry out the following
analysis:
(1)
Inventory of existing ambient air quality.
(a)
Carbon monoxide.
[1]
Quantification of existing ambient carbon monoxide
concentrations on the proposed site, at major points of direct access
to proposed use and at affected intersections designated as defined
in the transportation analysis report.
[2]
A definition of existing ambient carbon monoxide
concentrations shall be accomplished through testing by recognized
testing laboratories or consultants. Specific monitoring methodology
must be approved by the Planning Board or its designated representative.
[3]
One-hour and eight-hour carbon monoxide concentrations
shall be presented for each monitoring location and shall include
weekday data between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Comparison of existing
levels shall be made to the most stringent applicable state or federal
regulation. These regulations include but are not limited to the New
Jersey Air Pollution Control Act, (N.J.S.A. 26:2C-1 et seq.) and the
Federal Clean Air Act of 1970, amended 1977.
(b)
Other air pollutants. Should it be deemed necessary
based upon existing and proposed uses, the Planning Board will require
on-site monitoring of other deleterious air pollutants. These pollutants
include but are not limited to:
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Hydrocarbons
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Nitrogen oxides
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Photochemical oxidants
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Sulfur oxides
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Suspended particulate matter
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(2)
Ambient air quality impacts of proposal.
(a)
Projections. Projections of carbon monoxide
levels which will result from the proposal must be provided. Additional
projections for other specified pollutants must also be provided if
so requested by the Planning Board or its representative.
(b)
Prediction of future ambient carbon monoxide
levels should be based upon proven methodology. State-of-the-art air-quality
monitoring guidelines must be employed. Available modeling procedures
include the following:
(c)
Compliance. The applicant must indicate the
summation of background of existing carbon monoxide concentrations
and projected newly generated emissions. Comparison of the result
shall be made to the most stringent applicable state or federal regulation.
(3)
At a minimum, air quality analysis shall be
required for the following prevailing conditions, in addition to other
requirements contained herein:
(a)
Any residential development which proposes to
have more than 20 dwelling units.
(b)
Any residential use within 200 feet of any commercial,
industrial or light industrial use.
(c)
Any residential use which proposes to take direct
access to any collector or arterial road.
(d)
Any commercial, industrial, light industrial
or manufacturing use.
(4)
Applications for the following developments
shall ensure that all state ambient air quality standards in N.J.A.C.
7:27 et seq. for carbon monoxide shall not be exceeded at places of
maximum concentration and at sensitive receptors. Adherence to the
standards of this section shall be determined by means of an air quality
simulation model approved by the New Jersey Department of Environmental
Protection pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:27-18.3.
[Amended 2-20-1990 by Ord. No. 1019-90; 7-7-1997 by Ord. No. 1261-97; 8-4-1997 by Ord. No. 1280-97]
(a)
Residential development of 50 or more units
and any other development involving more than 100 parking spaces located
in the R-22, R-9, GA-L, GA-M, GA-I, HC, DC, GC, VC, IBP or PVD Zones;
and
[Amended 12-5-2006 by Ord. No. 1579-2006; 11-19-2007 by Ord. No. 1613-2007]
(b)
Residential development of 100 or more units
and any other development involving more than 300 parking spaces located
in any other Pinelands Area zone.
A.
The quantification of noise quality within the habitable
environments is an issue of concern, since the township has such a
diverse system of interrelated land uses with an equally diverse potential
of generating noise impact. Accordingly, the applicant, at a minimum,
shall carry out the following analysis:
B.
Noise quality inventory; impact.
(1)
Inventory of existing noise levels.
(a)
Qualification of existing ambient sound levels
on the proposed site to major points of direct access to the proposed
use and at affected intersections.
(b)
The applicant shall monitor existing continuous
airborne sound levels with the use of a sound-level meter that satisfies
the requirements of the American National Standard Specification for
Type II Sound Level Meters S1.3-1971. Measurements should utilize
the A-frequency weighting and be expressed in dBA's.
(c)
The maximum, minimum and average sound levels
must be provided for each monitoring location and period.
(d)
Continuous (twenty-four-hour) measurement of
Ldn (day-night levels) as specified in Federal Register, July 12,
1979, Department of Housing and Urban Development, Environmental Criteria
and Standard, at 24 CFR, Part 51, is required for residential developments
having more than 250 units. Sound-level meters utilized to measure
Ldn must satisfy the requirements of the American National Standard
Specification for Type I Sound Level Meters S1.4-1971, plus fast-time
averaging and A-frequency weighting.
(2)
Noise quality impacts of proposal.
(a)
Projections.
[1]
Projections of noise impacts and exposure due
to concentration and operation of the proposal must be provided.
[2]
Prediction of future noise levels should be
based upon state-of-the-art modeling methodology. Noise-mitigation
detail on any berms or barriers must include a statistical evaluation
of effectiveness.
(b)
Compliance. The applicant must indicate the
summation of existing and projected noise contributions. Comparisons
of these results shall be made to the most stringent applicable state
or federal regulations, including but not limited to:
The aesthetics plan is to be considered a design
tool utilized by the applicant to communicate in an organized manner
the looks of the project as it is perceived to be upon completion.
Accordingly, the applicant shall:
A.
Describe the general design of the proposed facility
by providing cross sections of buildings in conjunction with the natural
or landscaped environment; elevations; sketches; renderings; and photographs
or scale models of any structures or construction associated with
the facility.
B.
Describe building materials, textures and color schemes.
C.
Provide perspective views of the facility from several
on-site and off-site vantage points.
D.
If the application requests a permit for a facility
with a repetition of several building designs, submit an aesthetics
plan for one each of the typical building design.
A.
Fiscal impact analysis.
(1)
The fiscal impact requirement set forth herein
has been established to enable the community, as well as the applicant,
to fully comprehend the complete spectrum of direct and, to the extent
possible, indirect ramifications of projects within the community.
(2)
At a minimum, the following requirements shall
be submitted:
(a)
At the outset, each fiscal impact analysis must
set forth:
[1]
A site location map accompanied by tax block
and lot numbers.
[2]
The exact number of dwelling units by type (apartments,
townhouses, single-family dwellings) or nonresidential square footage,
also by type of use (office, industrial, shopping center, recreational,
commercial, hotel) that is utilized as the subject of the analysis;
the number of units for sale versus the number of units to rent, as
well as ownership of nonresidential buildings.
[3]
The population generated by the project by demographic
characteristics.
[4]
The name and qualifications of the firm or person(s)
preparing said fiscal impact shall be set forth as part of the study.
[5]
Each fiscal impact analysis must be accompanied
by a completed copy of the Hamilton Township Project Matrix.
(b)
Any residential project consisting of more than
100 dwelling units shall be required to utilize the case-study method
of forecasting as described in the book Fiscal Impact Analysis by
Robert W. Burchell and David Listokin or any other text recommended
by the community at the time the application is received.
(c)
For residential projects under 100 units, the applicant may use the per capita multiplier, service standard, comparable city or employment anticipation methods as reflected in Fiscal Impact Analysis cited in Subsection A(2)(b) of this section.
(d)
Nonresidential projects shall utilize standard
analytical techniques acceptable for the slated purpose. Such techniques
shall be approved by the township's consultants prior to compilation.
(e)
In all cases, applicants must clearly define,
by categories, the anticipated costs for off-tract improvements and
who will bear the costs, at what times, as compared with the construction
schedule of the project.
B.
Market analysis.
(1)
The following information is required for residential
and nonresidential projects to enable the community to plan ahead
with respect to anticipated commitments that must be made by the public
sector to support forthcoming projects.
(2)
At a minimum, the following requirements shall
be met:
(a)
The name and qualifications of the firm or person(s)
preparing said market analysis shall be set forth as part of the study.
(c)
At a minimum, the market analysis for nonresidential
projects (i.e., commercial, industrial, etc.) shall provide:
(d)
At a minimum, the market area to be evaluated
shall include Atlantic County and Hamilton Township as separate entities.
C.
Annual update. For each project required to submit
a fiscal impact analysis and/or a market analysis, the applicant shall
be required to submit, at a minimum, an annual update, based upon
the community's fiscal calendar, indicating:
(1)
The number of units constructed since the last
reporting period.
(2)
The type of units constructed by type (i.e.,
townhouses, garden apartments, single-family detached, etc.).
(3)
Whether such units were sales or rentals.
(4)
Estimated population characteristics of units
constructed and occupied (i.e., number of persons by age and sex).
(5)
The projected number of units by type and bedrooms
to be constructed during the next twelve-month period.
D.
Each fiscal impact and market analysis shall include
an executive summary identifying all salient issues.
A.
The applicant shall describe and estimate the construction
cost, schedule and methods of the facility, including the following
items:
B.
The applicant shall describe, in general, what the
completed facility will do and how it will operate, including but
not limited to the following items, where appropriate:
(1)
Ownership and maintenance of the facility, including
mechanisms for common ownership in planned unit developments.
(2)
Goods and services to be produced and delivered,
including needs satisfied, clients to be served and normal hours of
operation.
(3)
The estimated economic value of added goods
and services to be produced.
(4)
The estimated number and types of jobs to be
created, including payroll.
(5)
The estimated assessed valuation of the facility,
addition to property tax base and addition to annual property tax
income.
(6)
A description of industrial processes.
(7)
The estimated resident population, working population
and visitor population and their estimated demands for public services.
A.
Landscape plan.
(1)
A detailed landscaping analysis and plan shall
be provided indicating the complete scope of existing and proposed
landscaping to be incorporated within the overall project design.
(2)
At a minimum, the landscaping plan shall include
the following:
(a)
The name of the landscape architect responsible
for the plan preparation.
(b)
A site plan showing the information required in § 203-156 of this article, including all existing plant resources available at the site by species, estimated size and location. Such site plan shall include all specimen trees.
(c)
A landscaping plan shall indicate, at a minimum,
a matrix identifying:
[1]
The common and scientific name of the plant
material.
[2]
The size at the time of planting.
[3]
The quantity.
[4]
Seasonal foliage characteristics.
[5]
The plant function (i.e., buffer planting, shade,
landscape design, security, screening, defining spaces, parking lot
canopies, promote energy conservation, physical barriers, wildlife
plantings, decorative ornamental plantings, noise abatement, etc.).
[6]
The estimated cost per plant at the time of
planting, to include the cost of installation.
(d)
As part of the application for final approval,
a maintenance plan for all plant material either existing or proposed
shall be prepared and set forth. Such plan, at a minimum, shall stipulate
an annual monthly schedule for:
[1]
Lawn care.
[2]
Tree care.
[3]
Shrub care.
[4]
Ground cover maintenance.
[5]
Seasonal plantings.
[6]
Weed disease and pest control.
[7]
Fertilizing and land preparation.
[8]
Irrigation systems service.
[9]
Other services.
[10]
The name and address of the responsible
entity for implementing the maintenance policy.
(f)
All plant material (trees, shrubs or ground
cover) to be preserved on the property shall be protected against
damage during construction operations by fencing or armoring. The
tree protection shall be placed before any excavation or grading is
begun and shall be maintained in repair for the duration of the construction
period. It shall be removed when the tree planting work is started.
The extent of fencing and armoring details shall be detailed on the
landscape plan for general areas of preservation, as well as for specific
trees to be left standing.
(g)
At a minimum, the contractor shall install snow
fencing held in place by metal posts along areas of plant materials
to be protected.
(h)
Any damage to existing tree crowns or root systems
shall be repaired immediately. Roots exposed and/or damaged during
grading operations shall immediately be cut off cleanly inside the
exposed or damaged area, cut surfaces painted with approved tree paint
and topsoil spread over the exposed root area.
(i)
If trees designated for preservation are damaged
by construction equipment or by any other means, then the applicant
shall be responsible for its replacement with plant material approaching
as close to the original size as possible. The replacement policy
with respect to size-survival criteria will be judged by an independent
landscape architect engaged by the Township's Planning Board for the
sole purpose of making such determination.
(j)
Existing trees that are to remain in areas of fill not over 24 inches in depth shall be preserved as follows: Such trees shall be protected by a cylindrical sheath of galvanized metal placed within six inches of the trunk on all sides. Before soil is placed over the root area, a layer of broken stone or coarse gravel shall be set down to within six inches of finished grade. A one-half-inch-thick blanket, with joints lapped not less than six inches, shall be spread over the gravel fill to prevent topsoil from clogging interstices or gravel and thereby preventing air circulation to roots. The remaining six to eight inches shall be filled with topsoil. The area to be treated in this manner shall extend to the outer dripline of the branches. For graphic descriptions, see § 203-128.
B.
Exterior lighting standards.
[Amended 7-7-1997 by Ord. No. 1261-97; 11-15-2021 by Ord. No. 1973-2021]
(1)
The purpose of this section is to ensure the safe lighting of
all areas and to regulate the spillover and glare of light.
(2)
Plans shall be submitted for approval showing proposed lighting
for all projects, including residential, commercial and institutional.
(3)
Lighting plan shall show illumination for all streets, structure
exteriors, walkways, parking facilities and other areas where there
is pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
(4)
Signs which are to be illuminated shall be shown on the plans,
indicating types of lights, lamp wattage and control of lighting.
(5)
The lighting plan shall be comprised of a site plan indicating
the location of all luminaries. Each luminaire shown shall have isofootcandle
curves indicated showing each of the following footcandle values:
0.5, 0.75, 1.0 and 2.0.
(6)
Details of the luminaries shall be shown on the plans and shall
indicate the following:
(7)
For all uses, the maximum height of standards shall not exceed
25 feet.
(8)
Parking facility lighting. Lighting standards for parking lots
shall be as follows:
(a)
All lighting shall be designed, oriented and selected to prevent
glare upon surrounding properties or roadways.
(b)
Pedestrian-oriented lighting shall be low- or mushroom-type
standards located along pedestrian routes, bike paths, recreation
areas, etc.
(c)
Lighting intensity standards shall be as follows:
[1]
Open parking areas shall have a maximum illumination of 0.6
footcandle and a uniform ratio (average to minimum) of four to one
measured at pavement level.
[2]
Vehicle use areas shall have an average illumination of one
footcandle and a uniform ratio (average to minimum) of three to one
measured at pavement level.
[3]
The maximum intensity measured at pavement level along front
property lines shall be one footcandle.
[4]
The intensity measured at intersections shall be an average
of 2.5 footcandles measured at pavement level.
[5]
The intensity measured at side and rear property lines shall
be a maximum of 0.1 footcandle.
(9)
Walkways and bikeways.
(a)
Lighting shall conform in all respects to the latest design
criteria as described above and as published by the Illuminating Engineering
Society of North America; reference DG5.
(10)
Roadway lighting.
(a)
Lighting shall conform in all respects to the latest design
criteria as described above and as published by the Illuminating Engineering
Society of North America; reference RP8.
(13)
Lighting in Industrial Business Park District, A Industrial
Business Park District, Outdoor Storage Overlay District (Overlay
B), and the Office District.
A.
Given the anticipated increase in population in Hamilton
Township within the growth area corridor, a security analysis and
plan is required to reflect the efforts taken at a design stage to
maximize security and safety of future inhabitants.
B.
At a minimum, the applicant shall:
(1)
Indicate upon the site plan emergency access
routes for police, fire and ambulance services.
(2)
Identify design plans which would facilitate
the removal of the sick and/or injured, by stretcher, from within
the structure; i.e., the width of hallways and door frames, etc.
(3)
Identify any call systems which will be used
in remote areas of the project to facilitate the summoning of assistance
in times of emergency.
(4)
Identify the unit marking system to be used
in multifamily dwellings that will facilitate the identification of
individual units in times of emergency.
(5)
Indicate the architectural techniques used in
the design to deter unlawful entry and other forms of crime; i.e.,
steel door jambs, locking mechanisms, exterior door design, alarm
systems, security lighting, landscaping, elimination of dark alcoves,
alleyways, etc.
(6)
Identify the techniques which will be used in
the design to control access to the project.
(7)
Where a project borders a major roadway, i.e.,
Black Horse Pike, Atlantic City Expressway, etc., then identify the
proposed barriers which will limit access to these roadways by children
and unauthorized personnel.
(8)
Where a project incorporates common areas, i.e.,
community buildings, office lobbies, etc., then identify the proposed
security system.
(9)
Indicate the technique that will be utilized
in the design of the grounds and internal areas of apartment units,
housing developments and other residential areas that will facilitate
natural, visual and auditory monitoring of the activities taking place
within them, i.e., the glazing, lighting and positioning of the areas
and access paths surrounding and leading to apartment buildings and
units and the design of facilities which enables residents to view
commonly used areas (paths, entries, play and seating areas) during
their normal household activities.
(10)
Indicate other techniques that create a sense
of safety and encourage improved upkeep by the residents, i.e., self-help
tools which catalyze the natural impulses of residents to assume their
social responsibilities (refer to Defensible Space by Oscar Newman).
(11)
Indicate the professional responsible for formulating
the security plan for the proposed project.
