A. 
The sketch plan shall consist of a drawing(s) which illustrates the proposed subdivision and the issues which are inherent to the site and complexity of the subdivision as follows:
(1) 
Minor subdivision. The sketch plan can be based on Tax Map information or some other similarly accurate base map at a scale of no more than 200 feet to the inch to enable the entire ownership of the subdivider to be shown on one sheet, and be accompanied by a vicinity map at a scale of 800 feet to the inch.
(2) 
Major subdivision. The sketch plan shall be at a scale of 100 feet to the inch, including topographic information at a minimum of five-foot contour intervals and be accompanied by a vicinity map at a scale of 800 feet to the inch.
B. 
Both minor and major subdivision shall show the following:
(1) 
The location of that portion of the subdivider's ownership, which is to be subdivided in relation to the whole, and the location of nearby streets and roads.
(2) 
All existing structures, wooded areas and permanent and intermittent watercourses within the portion to be subdivided and within 200 feet thereof.
(3) 
The name of the owner(s) of the property to be subdivided and of all adjoining property owners, as disclosed by the most recent municipal tax records.
(4) 
The Tax Map sheet, block and lot numbers, if available.
(5) 
All available utilities and streets which are either proposed, mapped or built.
(6) 
The proposed lot layout, street layout, all watercourses and wetlands and any proposed recreation or open space areas depicted by metes and bounds, distances, lots numbered in sequence, lot area, North arrow and scale indication, and other specifications as the Zoning Administrator or the Planning Board may reasonably require to facilitate Code compliance.
[Amended 8-2-2005]
(7) 
All existing restrictions on the use of land, including easements or covenants.
(8) 
Sketch drainage plan (can be incorporated on layout plan).
(9) 
Sketch landscape plan (can be incorporated on layout plan).
An application for minor subdivision plat approval shall include:
A. 
The plat to be filed with the County Clerk, printed upon a plastic or Mylar polyester material. The size of the sheet upon which the plat is drawn shall be either 20 inches by 20 inches or 20 inches by 40 inches and shall show:
(1) 
Proposed subdivision name, name of the town and county in which it is located, and the names of all adjoining property owners.
(2) 
North point, map scale, name and address of the subdivider, the owner(s) of record and engineer or surveyor, if any, including license number and seal.
(3) 
The boundary lines of the tract and for each of the lots therein offered for sale to the public, if any, the boundary lines of such lots by actual field survey, giving complete descriptive data by bearings and distances, made and certified to by a licensed land surveyor, and bearing the date of the completion of the survey. The corners of whatever part or parts of the tract may be offered for sale to the public shall also be located on the ground and marked by monuments as approved by the Planning Board and shall be as shown on the plat.
(4) 
The specific description and expiration date of any outstanding variances granted for the lots, structures, vegetative cutting or other aspects of the subdivision.
[Added 9-5-2000]
B. 
Design of all proposed on-site sanitation and water supply facilities, meeting the minimum specifications of the State Department of Health and the Town Sanitary Code. Approvals of all sanitary facilities proposed for each lot, including the location of a proposed well (if public water supply is not being used) and the location of the percolation test pits and extent of proposed sanitary facilities (if public sewer is not available). Approval of each lot for sanitation disposal by the Building Inspector or other appropriate regulatory agency is required prior to approval of a minor subdivision.
C. 
A copy of the deed(s) relating to the property to be subdivided, and such proposed covenants or deed restrictions as may be intended to apply to the property in whole or in part.
A. 
An application for preliminary plat approval shall include:
(1) 
The preliminary plat, clearly marked "preliminary plat," at a scale of not more than 100 but not less than 50 feet to the inch, which shall show:
(a) 
Proposed subdivision name or identifying title, name of town and county in which it is located, and the names of all adjoining property owners.
(b) 
North point, map, scale, name and address of subdivider, owner(s) of record, engineer or surveyor, including license number and seal.
(c) 
The boundary lines of the tract as determined by actual field survey, giving complete descriptive data by bearings and distances, made and certified to be a licensed land surveyor and bearing the date of the completion of the survey. The corners of the tract shall also be located on the ground and marked by substantial monuments of such size and type as approved by the Planning Board and shall be shown on the plat.
(d) 
Topographic contours at intervals of two feet, including elevations on existing roads an appropriate grading plan to include areas around typical lot layouts, as described in Subsection A(1)(l) in this section.
(e) 
Location of existing structures, easements, permanent and intermittent watercourses, wetlands, rock outcrops, wooded areas and other significant existing features for the proposed subdivision and adjacent property.
(f) 
Location of existing sewers, water mains, culverts and drains on the property, with pipe sizes, grades and direction of flow.
(g) 
The width and location of any streets or roads within the area to be subdivided and the width, location and grades of all streets or roads proposed by the subdivider.
(h) 
The proposed lot lines with approximate dimensions and area of each lot.
(i) 
The approximate location and size of all proposed waterlines, valves, hydrants and sewer lines, fire alarm boxes and connections to existing lines. Alternate means of water supply or sewage disposal and treatment shall be indicated.
(j) 
Storm drainage plan indicating the approximate location and size of proposed lines or ditches and their profiles, connections to existing lines or ditches and any alternate means of drainage.
(k) 
Preliminary design of any proposed bridges or culverts.
(l) 
Typical lot layout(s), with building and on-site sewage disposal system sites, well locations, driveways and tree clearing.
(m) 
Typical clearing and grading cross-section for construction of roads and installation of utilities.
(n) 
Proposed recreational or open space areas, including parcels of land proposed to be dedicated to public use.
(o) 
Typical erosion control measures to be used before, during and after construction of the subdivision.
(p) 
The specific description and expiration date for any outstanding variances granted for the lots, structures, vegetative cutting or other aspects of the subdivision.
[Added 9-5-2000]
(q) 
When more than one sheet is required, an additional index sheet of the same size shall be submitted showing to scale the entire subdivision with lot and block numbers clearly legible.
(2) 
If the application covers only a part of the subdivider's entire holding, a map of the entire tract, drawn at a scale of not less than 400 feet to the inch, showing all existing streets, an outline of the platted area with its proposed streets, and an indication of the probable future street and drainage system (if any) in the remaining portion of the tract with its grades and drainage.
(3) 
Design of all proposed on-site sanitation and water supply facilities, meeting the minimum specifications of the State Department of Health and Town Sanitary Code.
(4) 
A copy of such proposed covenants or deed restrictions, as may be intended to apply to the property in whole or in part.
B. 
If the proposed subdivision is a regional subdivision, the subdivider may also be required to submit an analysis with supporting data of the ability of the public to provide supporting services and facilities which can reasonably be anticipated to be required, following the approval of the project, and analysis with supporting data of any benefits that might derive from the project, and plans the applicant may have for future development related to the project and information describing the applicant, evidence of his or its financial capacity to complete the project and the professional names of advisors or consultants engaged in respect to the project.
C. 
A copy of the deed(s) relating to the property to be subdivided, and such proposed covenants or deed restrictions as may be intended to apply to the property in whole or in part.
D. 
Timber harvesting/reforestation plan. When a subdivider plans to harvest timber from a site to be subdivided in such a manner as not to be considered clear-cutting, or when a subdivider plans to submit plans for a site which has been harvested within the previous two years, such subdivider shall submit, as part of the preliminary plat application, a timber harvesting and/or reforestation plan as follows:
(1) 
Timber harvesting plan: The timber harvesting plan shall be prepared by a professional forester and shall include a plan of the proposed subdivision site at a scale consistent with the preliminary plat plan. Such plan shall include:
(a) 
The location of the property lines of the site to be subdivided.
(b) 
Topographic contours at ten-foot intervals.
(c) 
Areas to be timbered.
(d) 
Areas greater than 25% slope.
(e) 
Wetlands, streams, drainageways.
(f) 
Location of logging roads, staging areas, proposed subdivision roads and building sites.
(g) 
Anticipated basal area to be removed.
(h) 
Anticipated basal area to remain.
(i) 
Description of the general approach to timbering the site, i.e., equipment to be used, cutting systems: i.e., selective cutting and shelterwood seed-tree as they may apply to different areas of the site and measurements to be taken to protect more sensitive areas of the site, i.e., wetlands, steep slopes, drainageways, streams and water bodies.
(2) 
Guidelines for timber harvesting plan.
(a) 
The timber harvesting plan shall generally comply with the following standards:
[1] 
Protection of standing timber and young trees from fire and other destructive forces.
[2] 
Prevention of damage to trees during logging operations.
[3] 
Provision for replanting the cleared land after logging.
[4] 
Partial cutting or selective logging shall be the general standard of forest practice.
[5] 
A minimum of 80 square feet to 100 square feet of basal area per acre shall remain.
[6] 
Sensitive areas such as drainageways, slopes over 25%, wetlands and scenic areas should be avoided.
(b) 
To this end the following adjustments may be made during logging operations:
[1] 
Timber destroyed by felling or damaged or destroyed by skidding will require an adjustment of the quantity of timber selected to remain to maintain minimum basal area.
[2] 
All quantities of timber for harvesting and remaining shall be based on vigorous healthy material. Unhealthy or damaged timber cannot be included in the basal area of the timber remaining.
(3) 
Reforestation plan. When the Planning Board feels that the site will be timbered to the extent that the general character of the site has been altered, i.e., seed tree system, the subdivider may be required to submit a reforestation plan. Such plans shall be prepared by a professional forester or a licensed landscape architect and shall include:
(a) 
The location of the property lines of the site to be subdivided.
(b) 
Topographic contours at ten-foot contour intervals.
(c) 
Areas to be reforested.
(d) 
Location of proposed subdivision roads and building sites.
(e) 
The method of reforestation, including tree species, spacing and time schedule.
(4) 
Guidelines for reforestation plan: The reforestation plan shall generally comply with the following standards:
(a) 
Plants to be used shall be nursery stock.
(b) 
New plants shall be spaced no greater than eight feet apart, nor closer than three feet apart.
(c) 
New plantings shall be vigorous and healthy two years after installation on the site.
(5) 
Implications of extensive timber harvesting: When areas have been extensively harvested, other than the proposed subdivision road and housing sites, or when sensitive areas have been harvested exposing the site to erosion, siltation or scenic degradation, the reforestation of those areas shall be considered the first phase of the subdivision plan. Phase 2 shall be approved only after reforestation measures are established as vigorous and healthy, two years after installation of the plants.
A. 
An application for major subdivision plat approval shall include:
(1) 
The plat to be filed with the County Clerk at a scale no smaller than 100 feet to the inch, printed upon plastic or Mylar polyester material. The size of the sheet upon which the plat is drawn shall be either 20 inches by 20 inches or 20 inches by 40 inches and shall show:
(a) 
Proposed subdivision name or identifying title, name of town and county in which it is located and names of all adjoining property owners.
(b) 
North point, map scale and name and address of subdivider, owner(s) of record, engineer or surveyor, including license number and seal.
(c) 
The location of all boundary lines, easements, right-of-ways, proposed street lines (their names and exact boundary locations) and lot lines, as determined by actual field survey, including the length and bearings of straight lines and length of radii of all curves. All dimensions shall be shown in feet and decimals thereof. Such survey shall be made and certified to by a licensed land surveyor or engineer and the plat shall bear the date of the completion of the survey. Referenced on the plat shall be:
[1] 
Monuments set at all corners and angle points of the boundaries of the original tract to be subdivided, all street intersections, angles in the street lines, points of curve and such other points as may be required by the Planning Board;
[2] 
Monuments shall be substantial granite posts, with a cross section on top, or concrete posts, four inches square. Monuments shall be accurately set, not less than three feet in the ground; and
[3] 
Permanently lodged lot corner markers of at least 24 inches in length, located in the ground to existing grade. Stakes shall be rigid metal.
(d) 
A list of all conditions related to the use of the land, including conservation easements, remaining development rights, and any special conditions as may be required by the Planning Board.
(e) 
A statement that the plan is in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance of the town.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: See Ch. 200, Zoning.
(f) 
A statement reading as follows: Approved under authority of a resolution adopted ...................... by the Planning Board of the Town of Bolton, New York. ................................, Chairman.
(g) 
The specific description and expiration date for any outstanding variances granted for the lots, structures, vegetative cutting or other aspects of the subdivision.
[Added 9-5-2000]
(2) 
Construction drawings to be prepared at a scale approved by the Building Inspector or as indicated below, shall show the following:
(a) 
The stationing and tie-in of the center line distances of streets with monuments and other points.
(b) 
The locations and widths of all streets, pavements, curbs, sidewalks or sidewalk areas, easements, parks and other open spaces, the proposed names of all streets and the radii of all curves in street lines.
(c) 
Topographic contours, at intervals of two feet or as required by the Board, including elevations on existing roads and final grading plan.
(d) 
Location of existing structures, easements, permanent and intermittent watercourses, wetlands, rock outcrops, wooded areas, single trees with a diameter of 24 inches or more as measured at a height 4 1/8 feet above the ground at the base of the tree, and other significant existing features for the proposed subdivision and 50 feet outside the perimeter of the property to be subdivided.
(e) 
Location of existing sewers, water mains, culverts, and drains on the property, with pipe sizes, grades and direction of flow.
(f) 
The location and size of all proposed water lines, valves, hydrants and sewer lines, fire alarm boxes and connections to existing lines.
(g) 
The location and species of street trees if retained within the right-of-way or proposed to be planted by the subdivider.
(h) 
Storm drainage plan indicating the location and size of proposed lines or ditches and their profiles and connections to existing lines and ditches, and method of disposal of the collected stormwater.
(i) 
Any other proposed underground utilities.
(j) 
Final design of any proposed bridges or culverts.
(k) 
All recreational or open space areas, including parcels of land proposed to be dedicated to the town.
(l) 
Typical lot layout(s) with building and on-site sewage disposal sites, well locations and driveways.
(m) 
Typical clearings and grading cross sections for construction of roads, including full right-of-way width showing character, width and depth of subbase, location of utilities, character and dimension of sidewalk and curb (if any), drainageways and side slope grading.
(n) 
Cross sections of intersections and other special sections showing details of surface drainage.
(o) 
Title under which the proposed subdivision is to be recorded, with the names of the owner, engineer and land surveyor, together with seal and license number of the engineer and land surveyor.
(p) 
Date, north point and scale of drawings.
(q) 
Profiles showing original ground surface and finished street surface at center lines of all streets, percentage of grades of streets, stationing and elevations of all PC's, PI's, PT's and of proposed sewers, drains, culverts, manholes and other features. Invert elevations and slopes of sewers and drains, and both surface and invert elevations of manholes shall be indicated. Profiles shall be drawn to a scale of four feet to one inch vertical and 40 feet to the inch horizontal. The stationing shall show accurate center line distances. The elevations of original ground surface shall be to the nearest tenth of a foot and of fixed points to the nearest hundredth of a foot. All elevations shall be based on the USGS datum.
(r) 
Design of all proposed on-site sanitation and water supply facilities meeting the minimum specifications of the State Department of Health and the Town Sanitary Code.
(s) 
Each lot shall locate the proposed well (if public water supply is not used), and the location of the percolation test pits and extent of proposed sanitary facilities (if public sewer is not available). Approval of each lot for sanitary disposal system by the Building Inspector or the appropriate regulatory agency is required prior to final approval of a major subdivision.
(3) 
A clearing plan to be prepared at a scale approved by the Building Inspector shall show the following details:
(a) 
Existing vegetation prior to any clearing of the site for site investigation purposes.
(b) 
Areas of vegetation removed from the site for investigation purposes.
(c) 
Location of roadways, underground or overhead utilities not in roadways, limits of grading, proposed location of any buildings, septic systems, wells and driveways and any other improvements which might require clearing.
(d) 
Areas where slopes are greater than 25%.
(e) 
Limits of proposed clearing of trees.
(f) 
Measures to be taken to protect remaining trees, including details.
(4) 
An erosion control plan to be prepared at a scale approved by the Building Inspector shall show the following:
(a) 
A generalized grading and drainage plan. (Does not require spot grades or slope designation).
(b) 
Any phasing of tree removal and/or construction.
(c) 
Proposed erosion control measures, including scheduling and phasing during the site preparation, site construction and post construction.
(d) 
Details of all erosion control measures.
(5) 
Reports and additional information:
(a) 
Drainage report demonstrating that no increased runoff will be generated by construction of the subdivision, including any proposed buildings.
(b) 
Copies of all easements or rights-of-way agreements required by the Planning Board.
(c) 
If the subdivision is to be managed by a homeowners association or condominium, copies of their regulations and agreements indicating any restrictions required by the Planning Board. If the subdivision is to be sold fee simple, copies of deeds indicating any restrictions required by the Planning Board.
(d) 
If recreation land is to be dedicated to the town, a copy of the agreement or deed transferring such land, such offers, deed agreements or other documents shall bear the approval of the Town Attorney, as to their legal sufficiency.
(e) 
Construction schedule and agreement with the town for inspection of all public improvements.
(f) 
Any reports or documents pertaining to approvals by other agencies.
(g) 
Prior to final approval, all fees, bonds, special accounts and other monies shall be transmitted to the Town Clerk.