§ 143-202. Development standards.

Any use in the Public Facilities and Open Space District shall comply with the development standards below:

A. 

Traffic and access. The applicant shall demonstrate to the Township Engineer and the Board of Supervisors that satisfactory provisions are made to prevent traffic congestion and hazards to the surrounding area. Provisions shall be made for safe and efficient ingress and egress to and from the development. The Board of Supervisors may require a traffic impact study for any use in this district when they determine, after consulting with the Township Engineer, that such a study is necessary to demonstrate the adequacy of the access points and streets for accommodating the traffic generated by the proposed use. Existing residential areas shall not be infringed upon by the significant volumes of traffic from the proposed use.

B. 

Sewer and water. On-lot sanitary systems shall only be permitted for uses under 5,000 square feet of gross floor area if approved by the Board of Supervisors. If the Board of Supervisors approves an on-site system, the sanitary system must also be approved by the Township Sewer Enforcement Office (SEO), the Montgomery County Health Department and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP). If public water is not available and if the demand is in excess of 500 gallons per day, the applicant shall demonstrate to the Board of Supervisors that a well on the site will not adversely affect existing water supply systems in the area.

C. 

Neighborhood impact. The impact of the proposed use on the surrounding properties and neighborhood shall be considered. The use shall not adversely affect the general welfare or orderly development of the general neighborhood in which it is proposed. The scale, form, and appearance of structures and open space should be compatible with the general character of the residential area. The applicant is encouraged to present evidence on the need for the proposed use, including data on the location of other similar uses in the Township and surrounding areas.