It is the intent of this section that the procedural requirements of the Municipal Land Use Law (N.J.S. 40:55D-1 et seq.) govern the Land Use Development Procedures of the Borough of Avon-by-the-Sea. There are, however, several instances where the MLUL requires a municipality to make choices among alternatives. This chapter identifies the choices made by the Borough of Avon-by-the-Sea. The Municipal Land Use Law should be referenced for all other provisions.

An application for development, as defined in the Municipal Land Use Law, shall be required for all variances, site plans and subdivisions pursuant to this chapter.

The following is a list of items and details to be supplied with the various development applications that are submitted for approval to a Planning Board of the Borough of Avon-by-the-Sea. The following documents shall be provided for development application review. Unless otherwise specified in this chapter, or waived in writing by the Administrative Officer or Planning Board, a minimum of eighteen (18) copies of all required items shall be submitted prior to scheduling the public hearing on the application.

In some circumstances, additional information beyond these requirements may be required of the applicant by the Planning Board. Such additional items shall be provided promptly and in sufficient numbers as determined by the Planning Board in order to facilitate prompt action on the part of the Planning Board. The Planning Board shall also have the right to waive certain details if a specific request is made by the applicant and agreed to by the Board. Surveys, the general plan, grading and utility plans, landscaping plans, architectural plans and elevations may be indicated on separate drawings and documents. The required items and details are primarily for the use of the Planning Board to establish criteria required to make decisions and recommendations.

The following shall be required as noted.

Items required for all development applications that require subdivision or site plan, in addition to specific items required for specific categories of subdivision or site plan as listed below:

The following items shall be required for all development applications.

A. Title, key map location of development and the name and address of the owner of record, the applicant, and the property.

B. The block and lot number of the property.

C. Existing conditions on the lot, including all dimensions of the lot, existing buildings and structures, and significant vegetation including all trees over six (6) inches in caliper.

D. Certification from the Tax Collector that all taxes and assessments are paid to date.

E. Location and dimensions of all existing structures and accessory buildings located on the property.

F. Distances between all structures, existing and proposed, which are to be a part of the development application.

G. Distances between all structures, existing and proposed, and the property lines.

H. The location of all buildings and structures, including paved surfaces, that are located within fifty (50) feet of the subject lot.

I. The location of all structures, including walkways, decks, patios and parking areas that are proposed.

J. The proposed use or uses of the land and buildings.

K. Scale and graphic scale, date plan prepared and/or revised, and name and signature of individual who completed plans shall be indicated on every sheet.

L. North arrow, in same direction, on all applicable sheets.

M. Where buildings are proposed, architectural plans indicating the following:

(1) Name of the applicant; address and block and lot of the property.

(2) Name, signature, title of individual who prepared the architectural plans, and date prepared.

(3) Scale of plans.

(4) Measurements of all buildings.

(5) Front, rear and side elevations of buildings, including calculated height of buildings as required in the Avon Land Development Chapter.

N. A list of all variances and waivers being requested by the applicant.

O. Payment in full of all required application fees and establishment of any required escrow account.

P. A list of any required permits or applications required by any other governmental agency.

Q. An affidavit of ownership of the subject property.

R. Proper completion of the appropriate application forms required by the Planning Board.

S. At least nine (9) days prior to the date of the public hearing, submission of one (1) copy of:

(1) The white receipts for any certified mailings, or in the absence of certified mailings, other competent proof of service of all parties required to be noticed by the applicant;

(2) A true copy of the letter sent or provided to the above property owners and agencies;

(3) A true copy of the required notice published in the Asbury Park Press;

(4) The completed copy of the "Affidavit of Proof of Service and Publication of Public Notice", which has been prepared and signed before a Notary Public.

Items and details required for variance applications that do not require subdivision or site plan approval.

A. A survey of the existing conditions on the site.

B. A sketch plan of the site drawn to scale and dimensioned, indicating all existing and proposed buildings and structures as well as all existing and proposed: building and structure setbacks, distances between all buildings and structures, building and impervious lot coverage, parking spaces and drive aisles, and lot dimensions. The sketch plan shall include the name and signature of the person preparing the sketch plan.

C. Architectural plans, sketches or pictures of any proposed buildings or building additions, including any existing and proposed: colors, materials, rooflines and building heights. All such plans or sketches shall include the name and signature of the person who prepared the plan or sketch. Pictures need not have a signature or name of an individual, but the source of the picture must be clearly identified.

D. A copy of the official order of rejection signed by the Building and Code Official.

Additional items and details required for Preliminary Site Plan approval for Site Plans. Site plans shall not be required for single or two (2) family residences that only request bulk variances.

A. Site plans shall be drawn by a N.J. licensed surveyor, civil engineer, architect, landscape architect or municipal planner. Surveys can only be done by a N.J. licensed land surveyor, and improvements to or adjacent to the site can only be done by a N.J. licensed engineer or architect. Each professional shall sign the site plan and seal it.

B. Site plans should be presented at a scale no smaller than one (1) inch equals fifty (50) feet. All site plans shall be prepared using a conventional "engineer's scale." Architectural plans may be prepared utilizing an "architect's scale". The size of sheets should not exceed 36 inches x 24 inches.

C. A total of eighteen (18) copies of all application documents and plans shall be submitted for any site plan application. Initial submission may consist of a total of five (5) copies of all plans and application forms. Once an application is deemed complete, in compliance with the Municipal Land Use Law, an additional thirteen (13) copies of all plans and application forms shall be submitted prior to scheduling the public hearing on the application. All plans shall be folded to a size not to exceed 10" by 14".

D. A survey of the property prepared by a licensed surveyor of New Jersey, showing boundaries of properties, line of all existing streets and roads, easements, rights-of-way and areas dedicated to public use on or directly adjacent to the site. Also indicate on this sheet the north arrow, scale in feet and graphic scale, name and address and professional license number and seal of the person who prepared the survey.

E. Names of all owners of record of all adjacent properties with lot and block numbers, and parcel number, within two hundred (200) feet of the property shall be shown on the cover sheet of all site plans.

F. A schedule of Zone requirements as well as what the application correspondingly proposes. Said schedule shall include, but not be limited to: total lot area, buildable lot area, lot width, lot frontage, lot depth, principal and accessory building setbacks, lot coverage, parking space size and numbers, and percent landscaped area.

G. Show existing and proposed buildings with dimensions, show the first floor elevations, and present and finished grade elevations at all corners and entrances. Existing buildings and structures to be removed are to be indicated.

H. Submit topographic map to delineate existing contours at two (2) foot intervals, up to ten (10) feet beyond property lines, as well as proposed grading and contours, flood plains, ponds, streams and drainage ditches, etc.

I. Show all wooded areas that are to be retained, as well as the location of all trees six (6) inches or greater in diameter that are located within areas to be disturbed and within thirty (30) feet of any area proposed to be disturbed. All six (6) inch or greater diameter trees so indicated shall be identified as to diameter and species.

J. Indicate the location of all existing and proposed structures, i.e., walls, culverts, bridges, roadways, parking areas, etc., with grade elevations for each structure. Dimensions shall be shown on the plans for the size and location of each structure.

K. Indicate existing zones of the development site and of any different zones within two hundred (200) feet of the property.

L. The distance of the property line (measured along the centerline of existing street abutting the property) to the nearest driveway and nearest intersection.

M. The boundaries of the property, building and setback lines, lines of existing streets, lots, reservations, easements and areas dedicated to public use. Dimensions shall be indicated on the plans for all of these items, where appropriate.

N. Indicate locations of all utility structures and lines, including telephone, power and light, water, sewer, gas, etc., whether privately or publicly owned, with manholes, pipe sizes, grades, inverts and directions of flow. The location of fire prevention facilities including service lines, hydrants, siamese connections, automatic sprinkler systems, fire zones, "no parking" fire zones and pavement and wall signs shall be shown.

O. Indicate existing and proposed storm water drainage facilities with manholes, pipe sizes, grades, inverts and directions of flow.

P. A sedimentation and erosion control plan as required by the Freehold Soil Conservation District.

Q. Show, on a key map, contiguous lots owned by the applicant or owner of record, or in which the applicant has a direct interest.

R. Indicate all means of vehicular ingress and egress to and from the site onto public streets, showing the size and location of driveways, curb cuts and curbing, sight lines and radii. All items shall be dimensioned.

S. Show the design of off-street parking areas. All parking spaces, setbacks of parking areas, and aisle widths shall be dimensioned.

T. Show and dimension any truck loading and unloading zones, platforms and docks.

U. Indicate and dimension trash disposal and recyclable materials storage areas.

V. Show provisions for screening of equipment and storage areas, attached or separate from buildings.

W. Indicate all existing or proposed exterior lighting (free-standing and/or on building) for size, nature of construction, lumens, heights, area and direction of illumination, foot candles produced, as well as the time controls proposed for outdoor lighting and display.

X. Note all existing and proposed signs. Architectural drawings of all signs are required. The location of all signs shall be dimensioned on the plans.

Y. Indicate locations, dimensions and construction of all pedestrian walkways and sidewalks on or directly adjacent to the site.

Z. A landscape plan.

AA. Improvements to adjoining streets and roads, and traffic control devices necessary in streets or highways. Acceleration and deceleration lanes, paving, land dedication or acquisition for roads should be shown.

BB. Copies of any easements, covenants and deed restrictions intended to cover any of the development site should be submitted.

CC. Preliminary architectural drawings, including floor plans, basement plans, and elevations of any new or altered (including facade alterations) buildings or structures.

DD. Appropriate places for signatures and date of approval of the Borough Engineer, Chairman and Secretary of the Planning Board.

EE. A minimum of one (1) soil boring shall be taken on all sites up to one (1) acre in area with one additional boring for each additional acre or portion thereof. The borings shall be taken at representative locations on site to the satisfaction of the municipal engineer. If storm water recharge or detention facilities are proposed, a boring shall be taken at the location of the proposed facility, said borings being included in the total count of required borings. Representative borings shall be made to a minimum depth of ten (10) feet. Borings in recharge or detention areas shall be to a minimum depth of twenty (20) feet below finished surface grade or five (5) feet below the bottom of the proposed facility, whichever is deeper. Boring logs shall be submitted as part of the site plan.

FF. A written description of the proposed operations in the buildings including the number of employees or members; the number of square feet of enclosed building space, the proposed number of shifts to be worked and the maximum number of employees on each shift; expected truck and tractor-trailer traffic; emission of noise, glare, air and water pollution; safety hazards; and anticipated expansion plans incorporated in the building design.

Additional items and details required for all final site plans. Final site plan details are primarily a refinement of the preliminary details by providing final engineering and architectural information that will be classified as site plan construction details.

A. All items and details required on the preliminary site plan with complete accuracy.

B. Evidence that all taxes and assessments against the site have been paid.

C. If any changes from the preliminary site plan have been made, submit an approved preliminary site plan showing those changes highlighted.

D. Initial submission shall consist of a total of five (5) copies of all plans and application forms. Once an application is deemed complete, in compliance with the Municipal Land Use Law, an additional thirteen (13) copies of all plans and application forms shall be submitted prior scheduling of the public hearing on the application. All plans shall be folded to a size not to exceed 10" x 14".

Additional items and details required for all minor subdivisions and preliminary major subdivision applications shall include:

A. A total of eighteen (18) copies of all subdivision application documents and plans are required. Initial submission shall consist of a total of five (5) copies of all plans and application forms. Once an application is deemed complete, in compliance with the Municipal Land Use Law, an additional thirteen (13) copies of all plans and application forms shall be submitted prior to scheduling the public hearing on the application. All plans shall be folded to a size not to exceed 10" x 14".

B. All plans should be presented at a scale no smaller than one (1) inch equals fifty (50) feet. All site plans shall be prepared using a conventional "engineer's scale." Architectural plans may be prepared utilizing an "architect's scale". The size of sheets should not exceed 36" x 24".

C. The general location of facilities, site improvements, and lot layouts prepared, signed and sealed by a licensed professional engineer, surveyor, planner or architect.

D. The design and construction details of any public improvements including street pavements, curbs, sidewalks, sanitary sewage and storm drainage facilities. This plan shall be prepared by a licensed professional engineer only.

E. The location of the proposed site and approximate area of the subdivision in relation to the entire Borough.

F. A Title block, including:

(1) Name and location of the project.

(2) Name of firm who prepared the plan.

(3) Full name of professional engineer, surveyor, architect or planner.

(4) The title Professional Engineer, Land Surveyor, Architect or Professional Planner.

(5) License or certificate number, handwritten signature, seal, and date signed and sealed.

(6) If the project includes the work of any other licensed professional, not under the immediate supervision of the principal engineering firm, a subtitle block of that professional firm or individual must appear on all plans involving that professional.

G. Name, address, block and lot of all property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the extreme limits of the subdivision.

H. Acreage of tract to be subdivided to the nearest tenth of an acre. For sites less than one (1) acre, the square footage of the tract to be subdivided to the nearest square foot.

I. Proposed number of lots or dwelling units and type.

J. Sufficient elevations or contours to determine the general slope and natural drainage of the land to points extending fifty (50) feet beyond the subdivision boundary.

K. Subdivision boundary line or lines (heavy solid line).

L. The location of all wooded areas which are to be retained, as well as the location of all trees six (6) inches or greater in diameter which are located within areas to be disturbed and within thirty (30) feet of any area proposed to be disturbed. All six (6) inch or greater diameter trees so indicated shall be identified as to diameter and species.

M. Street rights-of-way of the subdivision and within two hundred (200) feet of its boundaries, including:

(1) Name of each street.

(2) Location, right-of-way and pavement widths.

(3) Centerline elevation at intersections and other critical points.

(4) Typical cross-sections and centerline profiles for all proposed new streets.

N. All other rights-of-way, easements, covenants and deed restrictions in the subdivision and directly adjacent to its boundaries, including:

(1) Identification and description of the right-of-way, easement, covenant, or deed restriction.

(2) Location and width.

(3) Restrictions of use, if any.

O. Drainage structures in the subdivision and within two hundred (200) feet of its boundaries.

(1) Type of structure.

(2) Location invert, elevations, gradients and sizes of all pipe and of all other structures where applicable.

P. The location of all other utility structures including but not limited to, water lines and sanitary sewers on the subdivision and within two hundred (200) feet of its boundaries.

Q. Marshes, ponds, streams, wetlands and land subject to periodic flooding in the subdivision and within fifty (50) feet of its boundaries, showing the location and area covered and indicating apparent high water level.

R. The location of existing exceptional natural features such as, but not limited to, rock formations, and slopes exceeding twelve (12%) percent to the proper scales both within and adjacent to the proposed site.

S. Lot layout, including:

(1) Lot lines and dimensions of each lot to the nearest foot.

(2) Front building setback lines (dashed) and their dimensions from the street.

(3) Existing zoning and boundaries thereof. If the entire subdivision and lands within two hundred (200) feet of its boundaries are totally contained within one zone, this information may be shown in the key map.

(4) Identification of lots or parcels of land to be reserved or dedicated to public use, if any.

(5) Easements and restricted areas with notation as to purpose of restrictions.

T. Buildings and other structures located on/or within the parcel to be subdivided and fifty (50) feet of its boundaries. Setbacks of all principal and accessory buildings and structures shall be dimensioned on the plat.

U. Soil boring information, which shall contain the following data and be certified by a professional engineer:

(1) Date, location and soil profile of all soil borings, including ground water elevation. One (1) boring shall be required for each acre to be subdivided.

(2) Locations shall include critical conditions and areas where drainage structures requiring seepage are to be constructed.

(3) Soil borings are to be taken to a minimum of ten (10) feet below existing or proposed grade, whichever is deeper. A minimum of one (1) additional soil boring shall be taken for each storm water retention or detention basin proposed within the subdivision, said boring being taken to a minimum depth of ten (10) feet below the proposed bottom elevation of the basin.