Open space areas resulting from development in the MC Districts shall weave between dwelling units generally respecting a minimum width of 50 feet and periodically widening out into significant and usable recreation areas. The configuration of the open space areas should be arranged so that connections can be made to existing or future adjacent open spaces and other community facilities.

The developer may be required to plant trees or other similar landscaping improvements. Said improvements may include removal of dead or diseased growth, thinning of trees or other growth to encourage more desirable growth, removal of trees in areas planned for active recreational facilities, grading and seeding and improvements or protection of the natural drainage system by the use of protective structures, stabilization measures and similar improvements.

Portions of the open space should be developed to afford both passive and active recreational opportunities. Passive recreational activities may include but are not limited to pedestrian paths, sitting areas and naturally preserved areas. Active recreational areas may include but are not limited to such facilities as swimming pools, tennis courts, bicycle paths and playfields but should be carefully located to avoid problems of noise, lights and similar nuisance elements affecting residential units. They shall be located not less than 50 feet from any boundary line, exclusive of buffers.

Every parcel so set aside shall be conveyed by deed at the time final plat approval is granted and the plat is recorded in accordance with the Map Filing Law.[1]

The land to be set aside may be offered to the Township Committee for acceptance. Land offered for dedication but not accepted by the Township Committee may be transferred to a homeowners' association or similar organization in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40:55D-43.

Any open space offered to the Township Committee shall be subject to review by the Planning Board, which shall be guided by the Master Plan, the ability to assemble and relate such lands to an overall plan, the accessibility and potential utility of such lands and such existing features as topography, soils, wetlands and tree cover, as these features may enhance or detract from the intended use of the lands. The Planning Board may request an opinion from other public agencies or individuals as to the advisability of accepting any lands to be offered.