A description of the development specifying what is to be done during construction and operation, how it is to be done, and practical alternate plans to achieve the objective(s).

An inventory of the following on-site environmental conditions and an assessment of the probable impact of the development upon them: water supply; water quality; floodplain protection; geology; soil erosion; wetlands; sewage disposal; topography; slopes in excess of 10%; vegetation and vegetation protection; depth to bedrock; noise characteristics and levels; air quality; land use; site aesthetics, such as views, terrain and mature wooded areas; and historic sites. Air and water quality shall be described with reference to standards promulgated by the Department of Environmental Protection of the State of New Jersey, and soils shall be described with reference to Natural Resources Conservation Service categories and characteristics.

A list and the status of the licenses, permits and approvals needed from federal, state or county agencies, including the conclusions and comments of these governmental agencies.

An evaluation of any adverse environmental impacts which cannot be avoided. Particular emphasis shall be placed upon air or water pollution, traffic increases, increase in noise, increase in sedimentation and siltation, increase in municipal services or capital needs and consequences to the municipal tax structure. The evaluation should include how the developer can assist in minimizing the adverse impacts by altering design concepts or by making or participating in on- or off-tract improvements.

In conjunction with the submission of an environmental impact statement, the applicant shall prepare and submit a fiscal impact analysis which shall detail all municipal costs to be generated by the proposed development, identified by type of obligation, such as, but not limited to, public safety, public works, health and welfare, recreation, education, administration, utilities, garbage, etc. All anticipated municipal revenues to be realized by the creation of the proposed development shall be identified. In both cost and revenue analysis, dollar values used shall reflect the current year of application budgeting-dollar equivalents for comparative purposes. A determination of annual net cost/revenue shall be provided. This cost revenue analysis shall be provided via annual projection to the year of projected one-hundred-percent project build-out completion.

General requirements. The information required shall be presented in a concise descriptive report. The descriptive report shall be supplemented with graphic and explanatory material when environmentally sensitive areas are involved. Environmentally sensitive areas include, but are not limited to, stream corridors and floodplains, depth to bedrock of less than two feet, streams and water bodies, wetlands, slopes greater than 10%, highly acid or erodible soils, mature stands of trees, aquifer recharge areas, aquifer discharge areas and unique natural features and habitats.

Specific requirements.

The existing use on the lot is conforming to the permitted use stipulated in this chapter for the lot in question;

The total permitted building coverage is not exceeded; and

The accessory building and/or addition do not violate any other requirements of this chapter, such as but not limited to height, setback and parking requirements.

Any nonconforming building, structure or use which has been condemned or damaged by fire, explosion, flood, windstorm or act of God shall be examined by the Code Enforcement Officer. If in his opinion the value of repairing the condition is greater than 50% of the value of replacing the entire structure, it shall be considered completely destroyed and may be rebuilt to the original specifications only upon approval of a use variance as provided by this chapter.

Where the value of repairing the condition is determined to be less than or equal to 50% of the value of replacing the entire structure, the nonconforming structure or use may be rebuilt and used for the same purpose as before, provided it does not exceed the height, area and bulk of the original structure.

The percent damaged or condemned shall be the current replacement costs of the portion damaged or condemned computed as a percentage of the current replacement cost of the entire structure, neither to include the cost of the foundation unless the foundation is damaged or condemned.

If constructed by the municipality and all or a portion of the improvements are the financial responsibility of the developer, the developer's share shall be paid to the municipality in cash or certified check prior to the final approval of the plan.

If constructed by the developer and all or a portion of the improvements are the financial responsibility of the municipality, the developer shall be paid the municipal share in accordance with the terms of the construction contract, and the completion of the work shall be guaranteed in an amount and under the terms set forth in "Guarantees and Inspections" (see Article XI).

Standard. Ground-transmitted vibrations shall be measured with a seismograph or complement of instruments capable of recording vibration displacement and frequency in the three mutually perpendicular directions simultaneously.

Vibration level restrictions. Vibration levels shall not exceed a particular velocity of 0.05 inch per second in any district. During the hours of 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. in residential districts, vibration levels shall not exceed a particle velocity of 0.02 inch per second. Measurements shall be made at the points of maximum vibration intensity and on or beyond adjacent lot lines or neighboring uses, whichever is more restrictive.

In all districts permitting an operation, use or any activity involving the manufacture, utilization or storage of flammable, combustible and/or explosive materials, such operation shall be conducted in accordance with the regulations promulgated by the Department of Labor and Industry of New Jersey or the Fire Code of the National Fire Protection Association, whichever is more restrictive.

All flammable, explosive and/or combustible material shall be stored in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association or Department of Labor and Industry Codes, whichever is more restrictive.

All outdoor storage facilities for fuel, raw materials and products stored outdoors, wherever permitted, shall be enclosed by a conforming safety fence and visual screen and shall conform to all yard requirements imposed upon the principal buildings in the district and storage regulations of the National Fire Protection Association.

No materials or wastes shall be deposited upon a lot in such form or manner that they may be transferred off the lot by natural causes or forces, nor shall any substance which can contaminate a stream or watercourse or otherwise render such stream or watercourse undesirable as a source of water supply or recreation, or which will destroy aquatic life, be allowed to enter any stream or watercourse.

All materials or wastes which might cause fumes or dust or which constitute a fire hazard or which may be edible or otherwise attractive to rodents or insects shall be stored outdoors only if enclosed in containers that are adequate to eliminate such hazards.

Site clearing.

Storm drains and appurtenances.

Grading.

Curb and sidewalk.

Areas to be paved.

Landscaping.

No minor changes can be made to the approved site plan unless granted in writing by the Municipal Engineer. Any major changes may necessitate another review by the Planning Board.

Final approval by the Municipal Engineer will not be given until the project is 100% completed, inspected and certified in writing by the Municipal Engineer that the project has been built in accordance with the plans and specifications of the approved project.

A project location and vicinity map in a place that may be observed and reviewed by any person(s) calling at the office.

A copy, on standard legal-size paper, in type or clear print, of any proposed protective or restrictive covenants and easements to be applied to all or any portion of the lands within the subdivision.

A copy of any revisions to the site plan or subdivision approved by the Planning Board or Zoning Board of Adjustment and all approved revisions or field changes to construction plans. Any such revised item or plan sheet shall have a notation marked on the original document that it is "REVISED" as of (date).

A public offering statement for the entire development filed with the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs if the tract of land is to be developed as a planned unit residential development, as that term is defined in the Municipal Land Use Act.

A copy of the environmental impact statement (EIS) as described above, if required for the project.

A statement advising with respect to each dwelling whether the homeowners' warranty program is applicable.

The location of proposed streets and the layout of proposed lots within the development.

The location of all state, county and municipal roads in existence on the date of the final approval of the development.

The location of all proposed roads as shown on the Official Master Plan adopted by the appropriate agency of the state, county or municipality.

The location of all existing structures and wooded areas within the development.

A designation of the zoning district of property to be developed and the zoning districts of all contiguous properties within the distance of 200 feet.

The location of all railroads and rights-of-way for public utilities.

The location of all public or private utility plants; the location of all known current and former sanitary landfill and hazardous waste site operations or any subsurface structure used to affect or control the terrain or topography, identifying the nature, size, composition and location of said structure; the location of all Superfund sites as listed within the Middlesex County Solid Waste Management Program.

The location of all schools, parks, playgrounds, public buildings and hospitals.

The location of all streams, ponds and watercourses and a reference as to whether flood hazard insurance is required with respect to any portion of the site.

The location of all drainage ditches.

The size of each parcel in the subdivision to be offered for sale, whether improved or unimproved.

The minimum lot area shall be 40,000 square feet and the minimum frontage shall be 200 feet.

No automobile or truck shall be displayed closer than 10 feet to the front property line. This setback area shall be landscaped and shall not be used for off-street parking or any other purpose. This landscaped area shall be six feet from the edge of the sidewalk and contain either a brick wall two feet in height and capped with a stone or cast stone slab or a dense evergreen hedge of the same height. The landscaped area between the edge of the property line and the brick wall or hedge shall be planted with street trees no more than 30 feet on center.

All such uses shall be subject to site plan review and shall address the effective handling of customer parking, on-site traffic circulation, and perimeter buffering in conformance with this chapter. Customer parking shall be provided on site at the rate of one space for every 10 spaces available for vehicle display.

Automobile prices or year of manufacture shall not be boldly displayed on the automobile in a manner which would be legible from the roadway. The purpose of this regulation is to avoid undue distractions to the traveling public.

Banners, flags, movable signs, flashing lights, pennants, rotating devices or similar devices shall not be permitted. Signs shall conform to the requirements of the municipal sign ordinance.

No facilities for automobile body repair or mechanical repair shall be permitted to be located on the premises used for sales and showrooms of new and used automobiles except those facilities necessary for the preparation or maintenance of automobiles sold upon said premises and only where said facilities are clearly incidental and subordinate to the principal use.

The preservation of all natural wooded tracts shall be an integral part of all site plans and may be calculated as part of the required buffer area, provided that growth is of a density and the area has sufficient width to serve the purpose of a buffer. Where additional plantings are necessary to establish an appropriate tone for an effective buffer, said plantings may be required.

Plant materials used in screen plantings shall be at least four feet in height when planted and be of such density as will obscure, throughout the full course of the year, the glare of automobile headlights emitted and other adverse impacts, such as, but not limited to, noise, windblown debris and other typical and frequent nuisance problems, as well as create an aesthetically pleasing and attractive view to mask or obscure the use, function or structure located upon the site.

The screen planting shall be so placed that at maturity it will not extend over the property line.

Trees shall be at least three inches in caliper when planted and be of species common to the area, be of balled and burlapped nursery stock and be free of insects and disease.

Any plant material which does not live shall be replaced within one year or one growing season.

Screen plantings and landscaping shall be broken at points of vehicular and pedestrian ingress and egress to assure a clean sight triangle at all street and driveway intersections.

No buildings, structures (with the exception of walls or fences), storage of materials, or parking shall be permitted within the buffer area;

The minimum lot area shall be 40,000 square feet and the minimum frontage shall be 200 feet.

Off-street parking shall be provided at the ratio of one off-street parking space for each 200 square feet of gross floor area, or one space for each three occupants permitted under the applicable fire code regulations, whichever standard yields the greater number of required spaces. The cumulative parking demand of all activity areas within the proposed facility or structure shall be met by on-site, off-street parking areas.

Driveways shall cross the sidewalk at right angles and shall be no more than 24 feet wide at any point. Driveways must be at least 10 feet from any side lot line and 50 feet from the intersection of the street lines. No more than two driveways shall be permitted for each 250 feet of street frontage.

The approving authority shall determine that the site plan is appropriate to the adjacent area. It shall require buffers to protect surrounding properties from the effect of traffic light or noise generated in connection with the use of the property. Such buffer area shall be constructed in conformance with the provisions of this chapter or as supplemented by determination of the Board. The proposed use at the proposed location shall not adversely affect the property of adjacent properties. Compatibility with the size and character of adjacent uses shall be required.

Ancillary uses, such as schools, rectories, convents and other accessory uses for religious and/or sectarian activities, shall not be permitted as a freestanding use. Said ancillary uses shall only be permitted when proximate to and accessory to the permitted principal conditional use, i.e., the place of worship.

E (Educational) for buildings accommodating children 2 1/2 years of age and/or older and having a total occupancy (children and adults) that is 50 or more;

B (Business) for buildings accommodating children 2 1/2 years of age and/or older and having a total occupancy (children and adults) that is fewer than 50; or

I-2 (Institutional) for buildings accommodating one or more children below 2 1/2 years of age.

The minimum lot area shall be 10,000 square feet and the minimum frontage shall be 100 feet.

Adequate off-street parking shall be provided at a rate of one space per each 100 square feet of gross floor area.

Driveways shall cross the sidewalk at right angles and shall be no more than 24 feet wide at any point. Driveways must be at least 10 feet from any side lot line and 50 feet from the intersection of the street lines. No more than two driveways shall be permitted for each 250 feet of street frontage.

The approving authority shall determine that the site plan is appropriate to the adjacent area. Buffers shall be required to protect surrounding properties from the effect of light or noise generated in connection with the use of the property. Such buffer shall be constructed in conformance with the provisions of this chapter.

Drive-in banks are specifically not permitted in the CBD Zone.

Drive-in banks shall only be permitted as adjunct to and part of a full-service banking facility. A freestanding, drive-in-only bank shall not be prohibited.

Hedges running parallel to the front property line may be erected, altered or reconstructed to a height not to exceed four feet above ground level toward which the front entrance of any dwelling in a residential zone faces.

Fences or walls may be permitted in any yard, provided that they do not exceed four feet in height at any point within the front yard and that they do not exceed four feet along the property.

Fences and hedges running parallel to side or rear yard lines may be erected, altered or reconstructed to a height not to exceed six feet when located in said side or rear yards of any dwelling in a residential zone at any point to the rear of the rear building line, except, when the property in question is located on a corner lot the requirements of Subsection A(1) above shall prevail on the entire perimeter of the property which faces the public right-of-way.

The foregoing restrictions shall not be applied so as to prevent the erection of any open wire fence not exceeding eight feet above ground level anywhere within a public park, public playground or school premises or any other public property.

All fences, walls and hedges must be erected within the property lines, and no fence, wall or hedge shall be erected so as to encroach upon a public right-of-way.

All fences, walls and hedges shall be maintained in a safe, sound and upright condition and present a uniform appearance.

Fences on property bordering crosswalks that bisect two residential properties do not exceed six feet in height on the side of the property adjoining the crosswalk. Fence must be set back at least two feet from the crosswalk.

The height of the fence or wall shall be measured from a point on the ground directly under the fence to the highest point on the fence above the ground reference.

The maximum height above indicated shall not apply to any fencing within 10 feet of the periphery of any private wading or swimming pool. Regulations for swimming pools' fencing shall be controlled by Ordinance No. 569 entitled, "An Ordinance to Provide for the Construction, Installation, and Regulation of Private Swimming Pools and Wading Pools and Other Such Facilities in the Borough of Highland Park, New Jersey, and Penalties for Violations thereof," and shall in no case be less than six feet in height.

When a fence, as constructed, shall have a finished side as compared to an unfinished or inside surface, the finished or public side shall face outward.

No fence, hedge or wall shall be situated in such a manner that would obstruct the view of vehicular or pedestrian traffic at any intersection or crosswalk.

Nothing in this section shall supersede the mandatory sight triangle requirements as found elsewhere in this chapter.

No fence may be erected, altered or reconstructed in any way if such fence includes the use of barbed wire.

In the CBD, PO and C Districts, walls and fences shall also follow the provisions contained in § 230-157S.

Landscape retaining walls.

Landscape retaining walls shall be constructed of durable or preservative treated wood, or other durable materials, and shall be designed to allow replacement of the wall at the end of its useful life.

Structural retaining walls.

Hotel: 250 square feet.

Motel: 250 square feet.

Hotel: 1,000 square feet.

Motel: 1,000 square feet.

One space per rental unit.

One space per each four seats of the composite gross number of eating and drinking facilities.

One space per each employee on the largest shift.

A school site shall have direct access onto an existing or proposed secondary arterial or collector road as indicated on the municipal Master Plan.

The minimum lot area for an elementary school shall be five acres plus one additional acre for each 100 pupils.

The minimum lot area for all other schools shall be 10 acres plus one additional acre for each 100 pupils.

No building shall be located closer than 100 feet to any property line.

Fencing shall be provided along adjoining residential properties to be located and of a size and type sufficient to keep children from entering upon such properties either in the course of play or in traveling to and from school.

Buffers and screening shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.

Off-street parking shall be provided at the following ratios:

No more than one satellite dish antenna shall be permitted on any one lot. No satellite dish antenna shall be installed as the sole structure on any lot.

All satellite dish antennas shall be located to prevent obstruction of the antenna's reception window from potential permitted development on adjoining properties.

A satellite dish antenna may be designed for reception of signals for the sole use, benefit and enjoyment of the occupants of the principal structure/use.

No form of advertising or identification shall be placed upon any satellite dish antenna.

Any satellite dish antenna over two feet in diameter must be of a wire mesh design.

The diameter of the dish shall not exceed 12 feet.

All ground-mounted satellite dish antennas are accessory structures and must comply with the accessory use yard, height, bulk and setback requirements of the particular zone.

The satellite dish between two feet to 12 feet in diameter shall be of a mesh design and shall be colored in brown or green earth tones to blend with its ground location.

The satellite dish shall be screened and fenced.

The diameter of the dish antenna shall not exceed 12 feet.

A roof- or wall-mounted exterior dish antenna is an accessory use in all zones.

Applicant must prove that compliance with § 230-113D, Specific requirements: ground mounting, would result in an unreasonable interference with satellite signal reception due to obstruction of the antenna's reception window and such obstruction involves factors beyond the applicant's control.

A satellite dish antenna may be installed on the roof or exterior wall of the principal structure or an accessory structure such as an unattached garage. No satellite dish antenna may be attached to any portion of a temporary structure, such as a shed.

The height of the principal or accessory structure to which the satellite dish is attached shall include the height of the satellite dish as installed and shall not exceed the maximum height restriction imposed upon principal structures in the zone.

Installation in relation to right-of-way.

In the cases of accessory structures, such as a freestanding garage, the satellite dish shall be installed on that portion of the roof or exterior wall which is most interior to the applicant's lot. All power controls and signal cables from the antenna to the principal structure shall be installed underground and in conformance with applicable building codes. If the dish is not located at a height sufficient to prevent accessibility, fencing and/or screening may be required pursuant to Subsection D(4) hereof.

The installation of any antenna structure mounted on the roof of a principal or accessory building shall not be erected nearer to the lot line than the total height of the antenna above the roof nor shall such structure be erected near power lines or encroach upon any street or other public space.

All roof-mounted units shall be colored in light blue gray or silver sky tones. All exterior wall-mounted units not protruding above the roofline shall be colored to match the exterior wall color of the structure to which it is attached.

Submission of plans signed and sealed by a New Jersey professional engineer, which plans shall include:

As to the satellite dish equipment, applicant shall submit manufacturers' specifications indicating compliance with Electronic Industry Association Standard RS-411, "Electrical and Mechanical Characteristics of Antennas for Satellite Earth Stations."

Providing clear and uniform standards controlling the type, number, and physical dimensions of signs, and establishing reasonable limits on the time, place, and manner of sign display.

Preventing the disruptions, obstructions, and hazards to pedestrian and vehicular traffic that signs may cause.

Avoiding excessive conflicts from large or multiple signs to minimize clutter, unsightliness, and confusion.

Establishing a clear and flexible permitting process for the review and approval of signs.

Applicability. Any sign erected, altered, or maintained after the effective date of this section shall conform to the standards contained herein.

Zoning permits.

Site plan applications. If any sign is included in a site plan or subdivision application, the zoning permit shall be issued by the Zoning Official and the construction permit shall be issued by the Construction Official, where applicable, following approval by the Planning Board or Board of Adjustment.

Site plan exemptions. If any sign requires a minor deviation from this section, such sign may be exempt from obtaining site plan approval at the determination of the Zoning Official, limited to any one or a combination of the following: 1) adding one additional sign in addition to the maximum number of signs permitted; 2) any sign with an area that is no greater than 25% greater than the maximum permitted area of sign; 3) any sign with a height that is no greater than 25% greater than the maximum permitted height of sign; 4) any sign with a width that is no greater than 25% greater than the maximum permitted width of sign; or 5) any sign with an individual letter, height, number of other characters or images that is no greater than 25% greater than the maximum permitted height of individual letters, numbers, symbols, other characters, logos, graphics, or images. The process by which an exemption is applied for shall be as follows:

Expiration of zoning permit. If the work authorized under the zoning permit has not been completed within one year from the date of issuance, the zoning permit shall become null and void.

Maintenance.

Replacements or alterations. If any sign is altered, except for any change in the message on the sign for an existing business or for the purposes of customary maintenance and/or repairs, the sign shall thereafter conform to the standards contained herein.

Nonconforming signs. Any lawfully nonconforming sign may be relettered or repaired. However, nonconforming signs shall not be rebuilt, enlarged, changed, or altered in size, location, or appearance unless such sign is made to conform to the standards contained herein. Any such change shall require a zoning permit.

Signs shall be located at or near the public entrance of a building.

Signs affixed to the exterior of a building shall be architecturally compatible with the style, composition, materials, colors, and details of the building, as well as with other signs used on the building or its vicinity.

Signs shall fit within the existing facade features, shall be confined to signable areas, shall be mounted so that the method of installation is concealed, and shall not interfere with door and window openings, conceal architectural details, or obscure the composition of the facade where they are located.

Whenever possible, signs located on multiple storefronts within the same building shall be placed at the same height, in order to create a unified sign band.

Whenever possible, signs located on multiple buildings within the same block face shall be placed at the same height, in order to create a unified sign band.

In the case of older buildings, signs shall be placed on a facade only in an historically appropriate fashion. Signs applied to masonry surfaces should be mechanically fastened to mortar joints only, and not directly into masonry surfaces. Drilling to provide electrical service should also follow the same rule.

In the case of converted residences, signs shall be placed next to the main entrance or above the window, below any stoop or porch roof structure, or below any added mansard or pent roof structure between the first and second floors.

The preferred materials for signs shall be wood, metal, and masonry. Signs using wood shall use only high-quality exterior grade wood with suitable grade finishes.

The preferred materials for applied letters shall be wood, painted cast metal, and anodized aluminum.

Sign colors shall be limited in number and shall be compatible with the colors of the building facade and of nearby signs. A dull or matte finish is recommended, for it reduces glare and can enhance legibility.

The size of any sign shall be computed by determining the total area of any signboard, sign face, or sign background at its largest horizontal and vertical dimensions, not including any supporting and decorative elements incidental to the display itself.

Where any sign is mounted, affixed, applied, or painted directly on a wall, window, awning, or other surface without a defined sign area, the size of such sign shall be computed by determining the total area as measured by the largest horizontal and vertical dimensions of the related group of letters, numbers, symbols, other characters, logos, graphics, or images.

Any sign having two sign faces shall have a total area consisting of the area of only one side of the sign, but both sides may be used, and shall be considered as one sign.

In the case of any sign, other than a sandwich board sign, having two sign faces with an interior angle of 15° or greater, such sign shall be considered as two separate signs.

External illumination.

Internal illumination.

Multifamily dwellings in the MFAH district.

Garden apartments, townhouses, mid-rise residential structures, and planned unit residential developments in the RM-G, RM-T, RM-M, and RMT-W districts.

Garden apartments, townhouses, mid-rise residential structures, and planned unit residential developments in the PURD-1 and PURD-2 districts.

Mid-rise residential structures in the RMT-H district.

Freestanding signs. A maximum of one freestanding sign shall be permitted on the property, subject to the following standards:

Wall-mounted signs. A maximum of three wall-mounted signs shall be permitted for each business, subject to the following standards:

Blade signs. A maximum of one blade sign shall be permitted for each business, subject to the following standards:

Awning signs. A maximum of three awning signs shall be permitted for each business, subject to the following standards:

Window signs. Any number of window signs shall be permitted for each business, subject to the following standards:

Sandwich board signs. A maximum of one sandwich board sign shall be permitted for each business, subject to the following standards:

Additional signs.

Freestanding signs. A maximum of one freestanding sign shall be permitted on the property, subject to the following standards:

Wall-mounted signs. A maximum of one wall-mounted sign shall be permitted for each business, subject to the following standards:

Window signs. Any number of window signs shall be permitted for each business, subject to the following standards:

Wall-mounted building name signs. A maximum of one wall-mounted sign identifying the name of the building shall be permitted for each building, subject to the following standards:

Freestanding or wall-mounted directory signs. A maximum of one freestanding or wall-mounted sign serving as a directory of one or more businesses located within a building, and there exists no entrance to such businesses on the front of the building, shall be permitted, subject to the standards contained herein.

In the case of a freestanding directory sign, such sign shall constitute as the only permitted freestanding sign located on the property and shall be subject to the following standards:

In the case of a wall-mounted directory sign, such sign shall be in addition to any permitted wall-mounted signs located on the building and shall be subject to the following standards:

Any use other than single- and two-family dwellings in the QP, CS, C/R and SC districts.

Any use other than single- and two-family dwellings in the LI district.

Churches, synagogues, and other similar places of worship in any district.

Temporary window advertising signs for ground floor businesses in the CBD and C districts. Any number of temporary window advertising signs shall be allowed, subject to the following standards:

Temporary special signs advertising the opening of a new ground floor business or change in ownership of an existing ground floor business in the CBD, C and PO districts. Any number of temporary special signs shall be allowed, subject to the following standards:

Temporary construction signs in any district. A maximum of three temporary construction signs shall be allowed, subject to the following standards:

Official traffic signs.

Public or regulatory signs installed, required, or authorized by local, state, or federal governments, agencies, or utilities, including but not limited to traffic, utility, safety, railroad crossing, and identification or directional signs for public facilities.

Lamppost banners or overhead banners spanning a street or roadway advertising public functions or fund-raising events for charitable, or religious, civic, philanthropic, or educational organization installed, required, or authorized by local government.

Historical tablets, cornerstones, memorial plaques, and emblems installed, required, or authorized by local government.

Holiday and seasonal displays.

Art and murals, provided that such are noncommercial in nature, and not illuminated.

Personal expression signs of any sign type, including flags, provided that such signs are non-commercial in nature, and not illuminated. There shall be a maximum of three such signs on each property and the maximum size of all such signs, taken together, shall not exceed six square feet in area.

Street address signs, provided that there are not more than two such signs stating the address, number and/or name of the occupants of the premises, are noncommercial in nature, and not illuminated. Within residential districts, such signs shall not exceed three square feet in area. Within nonresidential districts, such signs shall not exceed five square feet in area.

Security and warning signs, provided that such signs are noncommercial in nature, and not illuminated. Within residential districts, such signs shall not exceed two square feet in area. Within nonresidential districts, there shall be a maximum of one larger sign not to exceed five square feet in area. All other signs shall not exceed two square feet in area.

Private roadway, driveway, or premises signs, provided that such signs are noncommercial in nature, and not illuminated. Within residential districts, such signs shall not exceed two square feet in area. Within nonresidential districts, there shall be a maximum of one larger sign not to exceed five square feet in area. All other signs shall not exceed two square feet in area.

Directional, loading zone, entrance, and exit signs, provided that such signs are noncommercial in nature, and not illuminated. Such signs shall not exceed three square feet in area and shall not exceed three feet in height.

Virtual signs which are projected onto a sidewalk for a ground floor business in the CBD and C district, provided that there is not more than one such sign for each business and such sign does not exceed six square feet in area as measured on the sidewalk. The projector shall be oriented to project onto the sidewalk along the frontage of the business and shall be turned off upon the close of business each day.

Signs which are an integral part of vending machines, including gasoline pumps, provided they do not exceed two square feet in area.

Garage sale signs in accordance with Chapter 213.

Signs which move in whole or in part by any means, including fluttering, rotating or motion, nor which emit smoke, visible vapors, particulate matter, sound, odor, or open flames.

Signs which are interactive, or display animation, scrolling, flashing or intermittent text, graphics, or lights.

Signs which directly or indirectly causes or produces any glare into a street or upon any property.

Signs of such design and location that they interfere with, obstruct, imitate, resemble, compete for attention with or may be mistaken for official traffic light, signs or signals.

Signs which are affixed to, painted on, or placed in or upon any parked vehicle, parked trailer, or other parked device capable of being towed so as to advertise a business to the passing vehicle or pedestrian shall not be permitted.

Signs which prevent free ingress or egress from any window, door, fire escape or other openings for emergency access and escape.

Signs which are located within a clear sight triangle.

Signs which are located within a public right-of-way, except for those owned and operated by a duly constituted government authority, including but not limited to any street tree, lamppost, fire hydrant, or utility pole.

Signs commonly known as "roof" or "sky" signs which are supported principally by the roof and which project above and over the roof of the structure.

Signs containing information which state or imply that a property may be used for any purpose not permitted as governed by the regulations of this chapter.

Signs on a vacant or unimproved property which do not exclusively specify the sale, lease, transfer, zone or permitted use of the property.

Signs erected without the permission of the property owner, except for those authorized or required by local, state, or federal government.

Strings or streamers, flags, pennants, spinners or similar devices strung across, upon, over or along any building or building.

Inflatable devices or balloon signs, except for balloons used for temporary purposes as provided herein.

Signs or advertising matter that exhibit statements, words, or pictures of indecent or obscene nature, or promote illegal activity.

No building permit shall be issued for any application requiring either site plan or major subdivision approval until final plat approval has been given, including an approved soil erosion and sediment control plan.

No person shall proceed with any soil removal, soil disturbance or land grading without first having obtained either a permit for that purpose or a building permit based on an approved plat as outlined above.

A permit shall not be required under this chapter where Subsection F below applies, provided that no soil is removed from the premises involved.

A plan showing the area(s) of soil removal, soil disturbance and land grading and establishing the means for controlling soil erosion and sedimentation for each site or portion of a site when developed in stages.

The soil erosion and sediment control measures shall be certified by the Soil Conservation District in the development of the plan and the selection of appropriate erosion and sediment control measures.

The plan shall be prepared by a professional engineer licensed in the State of New Jersey, except in instances where the preparation of a plan does not include or require the practice of engineering as defined in N.J.S.A. 45:8-28, and shall contain:

Control measures shall apply to all aspects of the proposed land disturbances and shall be in operation during all stages of the disturbance activity. The following principles shall apply to the soil erosion and sediment control plan:

Grading and filling. All lots where fill material is deposited shall have clean fill and/or topsoil deposited, which shall be graded to allow complete surface draining of the lot into local storm sewer systems or natural drainagecourses. No regrading of a lot shall be permitted which would create or aggravate water stagnation or a drainage problem on site or on adjacent properties or which will violate this chapter. Grading shall be limited to areas shown on an approved site plan or subdivision. Any topsoil disturbed during approved excavation and grading operations shall be redistributed throughout the site.

Soil removal and redistribution. Excavation of soil other than as required for the construction of approved structures and supporting facilities, such as but not limited to streets, driveways and parking areas, shall be prohibited. Regrading of property so as to redistribute topsoil throughout the site from areas excavated shall be done in the following manner to minimize or eliminate the erosion of soil. Any application proposing the disturbance of more than 5,000 square feet of surface area of land as defined in the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Act (c. 251, P.L. 1975)[1] shall include on its plan the following: the means to control or prevent erosion; providing for sedimentation basin(s) for soil that does erode due to water; controlling drainage, dust and mud on the premises as well as abutting lands; preserving soil fertility and the ability of the area to support plant and tree growth by maintenance of adequate topsoil consisting of at least six inches of the original layer; maintaining necessary lateral support and grades of abutting lands, structures and other improvements; preventing pits and declivities which are hazardous or which provide insect breeding locations; and not altering the physical limitations and characteristics of the soil in such a way as to prevent the use to which the land may lawfully be put.

Land disturbance associated with the construction of a single-family dwelling unit unless such unit is a part of a proposed subdivision, site plan, zoning variance or building permit application involving two or more such single-family dwelling units.

Land disturbances of 5,000 square feet or less of the surface area of land for the accommodation of construction for which the Standard Building Code of the State of New Jersey would require a building permit.

Agricultural use of lands when operated in accordance with a farm conservation plan approved by the local Soil Conservation District or when it is determined by the local Soil Conservation District that such use will not cause excessive erosion and sedimentation.

Use of land for gardening primarily for home consumption.

Percolation tests and/or soil borings.

A plot plan showing property lines of the premises, all existing houses and structures thereon, and the location and dimensions of the proposed private swimming pool or wading pool or alterations, remodeling or additions thereto, and its auxiliary structures and all existing fences or walls and the height thereof; and

Plans and specifications for the proposed private swimming pool or wading pool or alterations, remodeling or additions thereto, and all auxiliary structures and appurtenances related thereto, and the location, height and aperture dimensions of the fence, together with the gate and its locking or latching devices, which is to be erected when such fencing is required under this chapter.

All permanent private swimming pools and all permanent wading pools, or alterations, remodeling or additions thereto, shall be completely surrounded by a substantial self-supporting fence or wall of the type and dimensions hereinafter specified.

All portable private swimming pools and portable wading pools, unless enclosed by a fence or wall of the type and dimensions hereinafter specified, shall be either: a) emptied when not in use or unattended; or b) covered with a suitable strong protective covering, securely fastened or locked in place, when not in use or unattended; excepting, however, that a portable swimming pool or portable wading pool erected above the ground to a height of at least four feet shall not require said fence or wall, provided, further, that any and all steps, ladders or other approaches leading into said pool are removed at all times when the said pool is not in use or unattended.

Whenever a fence or wall is required to be erected under this chapter it shall be at least four feet in height and shall be constructed as not to have openings, holes or gaps larger than three inches in any dimensions except for doors or gates and, if a picket-type fence is erected or maintained, the horizontal dimensions shall not exceed 2 1/2 inches. A dwelling house or accessory building may be used as part of such enclosure. All gates used in conjunction with the fence or wall shall meet the same specifications as the fence or wall itself and shall be equipped with approved locking and latching devices and shall be locked at all times when the private swimming pool or wading pool is not in use or when said private swimming pool or wading pool is not being supervised.

Every private swimming pool or wading pool, or alterations, remodeling or additions thereto, constructed, installed, established or maintained or to be constructed, installed, established or maintained in the Borough of Highland Park shall at all times comply with the requirements of the local Board of Health in accordance with this chapter. Any nuisance or hazard to health which may exist or develop in or in consequences of or in connection with any such private swimming pool or wading pool shall be abated and removed by the owner, lessee or occupant of the premises on which the said pool is located within 10 days of receipt of written notice from the Building Inspector or Sanitary Inspector of the Borough of Highland Park.

It shall be the duty of the Building Inspector and the Sanitary Inspector, respectively, to enforce the provisions of this chapter.

The owner or operator of any pool within the Borough shall allow the said Building Inspector and the Sanitary Inspector or other authorized official access to any private swimming pool and wading pool and appurtenances for the purpose of inspection to ascertain compliance with this chapter and all other pertinent ordinances at all reasonable times. Nothing contained in this section, however, shall in any way whatsoever supersede, waive, nor repeal the requirements of any and all other chapters of the Borough of Highland Park relating to structures and uses of property.

"Temporary" for purposes of residential occupancy shall mean 90 days with an option to extend for one additional ninety-day period.

"Temporary" pertaining to use as a model home and/or construction office shall mean occupancy during the time of construction.

Any temporary office shall be removed within 15 days of issuance of the certificate of occupancy for the last unit or within 15 days of cessation of construction activity.

The maximum allowable time period for a permitted temporary structure or use shall be set at one year.

The application shall be evaluated to determine the presence of steep slopes with the following categories and the method outlined in Subsection D.

To the greatest extent possible, any applications for subdivision or site plan approval, grading or clearing of any lot, conditional use or use variance approval shall avoid disturbances of slopes of 10% or greater.

Limited disturbance of steep slope areas is permitted, as follows:

Disturbance within the allowed maximum disturbance limits as set forth in Subsection D may only be permitted where the applicant can show the reviewing body the following:

Applicants for subdivision or site plan approval, grading or clearing of any lot, conditional use or use variance approval, or additions or new construction of 1,000 square feet in floor area or greater of any lot involving the disturbance of steep sloped areas shall submit the required information regarding steep slope conditions to the appropriate reviewing authority. Requests for permitted disturbance of steep sloped areas shall not be approved unless the following requirements have been met, in addition to the submission requirements of Article VIII. All submitted plans, details and calculations shall be prepared, signed and sealed by a New Jersey licensed professional engineer: