Recreation land shall be defined as usable area that can be developed for playgrounds or tot lots, neighborhood parks, or community parks for active outdoor recreation. All residential subdivision or land development plans shall provide for suitable and adequate recreation land and/or fees as set forth in this chapter and the Township Zoning Ordinance [Chapter
234] in order to fulfill the following purposes:
A. Insure adequate recreational areas and facilities to serve future
residents of the Township.
B. Maintain compliance with recreation standards as recommended by any
Nockamixon Township Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan which may
be adopted by the Nockamixon Township Board of Supervisors.
C. Minimize overuse of, and excessive demand for, existing recreational
areas and facilities by future residents.
D. Allow for orderly acquisition and development of recreational areas
to serve new Township residents.
E. Ensure that dedicated recreation land is suitable for its intended
use.