Subdivision
Regulations - Article V (Note:
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Subdivision
Regulations
ARTICLE V - APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Section 5.01 Sketch Plan
A. The Sketch Plan shall consist of a drawing based on tax map information or some other similarly accurate base map at a scale (preferably not more than 200 feet to the inch) to enable the entire ownership of the subdivider to be shown on one sheet, and shall show:
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 and any proposed recreation or open space areas.
7. All existing restrictions on the use of land including easements or covenants.
Section 5.02 Minor Subdivision Plat
A. An application for Minor Subdivision Plat approval shall include:
1. The Plat to be filed with the County Clerk, at a scale of not more than two hundred (200) but not less than fifty (50) feet to the inch, which shall show:
(a)Proposed subdivision name, name of the Town and county in which it is located, and the names of all adjoining property owners.
(b)North point map scale, and name and address of the subdivider, the owner(s) of record, and engineer or surveyor, if any, including license number and seal.
(c) 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. No survey shall be required for a minor subdivision effected entirely by bona fide gift, devise or inheritance.
(d)All existing structures, easements, wooded areas and permanent and intermittent watercourses.
The size of the sheet upon which the Plat is drawn shall be not less than 8-1/2 by 11 inches, nor more than 22 by 34 inches.
2. 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.
3. 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.
Section 5.03 Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat and Accompanying Data
A. An application for Preliminary Plat Approval shall include:
1. The Preliminary Plat, clearly marked "Preliminary Plat," at a scale of not more than one hundred (100) but not less than fifty (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, and name and address of subdivider, owner(s) of record, and engineer or surveyor, including license number and seal.
The boundary lines of the tract as determined 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 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 five (5) feet, including elevations on existing roads and approximate grading plan if natural contours are to be changed by more than two (2) feet.
(e) Location of existing structure, 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, shown on the Official map, if such exists, 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 water lines, valves, hydrants and sewer lines, and 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.
(I) Typical lot layout(s), with building and on-site sewage disposal system sites.
(m) Typical clearing and grading cross section for construction of roads and installation of utilities (may be referenced to Appendix D of these regulations).
(n) Proposed recreational or open space areas, including parcels of land proposed to be dedicated to public use.
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 four hundred (400) feet to the inch showing all existing streets, an outline of the plated area with its proposed streets, and an indication of the probable future street and drainage systems (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 the Town Sanitary Sewage Disposal Ordinance.
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, an analysis with supporting data of any benefits that might derive from the project, any 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 as planned, and the names of any professional advisors or consultants engaged in respect to the project.
Section 5.04 Major Subdivision Plat and Accompanying Data
An application for Major Subdivision Plat approval shall include:
A. The Plat to be filed with the County Clerk at a scale of not more than one hundred (100) but not less than fifty (50) feet to the inch, which shall show:
1. Proposed subdivision name or identifying title, name of Town and county in which it is located, and the names of all adjoining property owners.
2. North point, map scale, and name and address of subdivider, owner(s) of record, and engineer or surveyor, including license number and seal.
3. The location of all boundary lines, proposed street lines and lot lines, as determined by actual field survey, including the length and bearings of straight lines and length and 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 and the Plat shall bear the date of the completion of the survey. Referenced on the Plat shall be:
(a)Monuments of a type approved by the Planning Board set at all corners and angle points of the boundaries of the original tract to be subdivided, all street intersections, angles in street lines, points of curve and such other points as may be required by the Planning Board; and
(b)Permanently lodged lot corner markers of at least 314 inch diameter and 24 inch length, located in the ground to existing grade.
4. Topographic contours, at intervals of five (5) feet or less as required by the Board, including elevations on existing roads and final grading plan if natural contours are to be changed by more than two (2) feet.
5. Location of existing structures, easements, permanent and intermittent watercourses, wetlands, rock outcrops, wooded areas, single trees with diameter of twenty-four (24) inches or more as measured at breast height, and other significant existing features for the proposed subdivision and adjacent property.
6. Location of existing sewers, water mains, culverts and drains on the property, with pipe sizes, grades and direction of flow.
7. The location and size of all proposed water lines, valves, hydrants and sewer lines, and fire alarm boxes, and connections to existing lines.
8. Storm drainage plan indicating the location and size of proposed lines or ditches and their profiles, and connections to existing lines or ditches.
9. Final design of any proposed bridges or culverts.
10. All recreational or open space areas, including parcels of land proposed to be dedicated to the Town.
11. Typical lot layout(s) with building and on-site sewage disposal sites.
12. Typical clearing and grading cross sections for construction of roads and installation of utilities (may be references to Appendix D of these regulations).
The size of the sheets shall be not less than 81A by 11 inches nor more than 22 by 34 inches. When more than one sheet is required, an additional index sheet of the same size shall be filed showing to scale the entire subdivision with lot and block numbers clearly legible.
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 Sewage Disposal Ordinance.
C. Offers of cession and deeds for any recreational or open space areas to be dedicated to the Town, and for such areas title to which is to be retained by the subdivider, copies of agreements or other documents showing the manner in which such areas are to be maintained and the provisions made therefor. Such offers, deeds, agreements or other documents shall be approved by counsel to the Town as to their legal sufficiency.