Special exception applications, when identified as a permitted use by this chapter, shall be approved or denied by the Heidelberg Borough Zoning Hearing Board in accordance with the standards and criteria of this article. In granting a special exception, the Zoning Hearing Board may attach reasonable conditions and safeguards as it may deem necessary to implement the purposes of this chapter.

The proposed use compiles with all applicable provisions and requirements for that type of use.

The proposed use is compatible with the surrounding land use or will support the uses in the neighborhood.

The proposed use can be accommodated on the site, based on topography, size and soil conditions.

The proposed use provides for safe, adequate vehicular and pedestrian access.

The use provides for safe, efficient internal circulation and sufficient off-street parking and loading.

The proposed use complies with all applicable standards and requirements for providing sanitary sewage disposal, water supply, storm drainage and solid waste disposal.

The proposed use provides screening and/or buffer areas as required by this chapter.

Application content. Applications for a special exception shall be submitted to the Zoning Officer in the form prescribed by the Borough. Such materials shall include:

Review procedure.

Revocation of approval. The approval of a special exception application shall be valid for a period of 12 months from the date of approval. If construction or development has not begun, or the building permit applied for, within this time period, then the special exception approval shall be revoked and the applicant must reapply for approval.