Severance City Zoning Code

(a)

Major subdivisions.

(1)

Major subdivisions are required to provide at least two (2) fully functioning points of vehicular and pedestrian access to the public road network. These access points must connect to two (2) separate public roads to ensure adequate traffic circulation, emergency ingress and egress, and community connectivity. Sites with physical constraints or unique conditions may require a detailed analysis to determine if an alternative configuration can meet the intent of this requirement, subject to approval by the Town.

(2)

Subdivisions containing more than one hundred (100) residential units may be required to provide a third point of access to distribute traffic more evenly, enhance overall connectivity, and mitigate potential congestion at subdivision entrances. The need for additional access points will be determined based on the size, layout, and anticipated traffic impacts of the development, in consultation with the Town and emergency service providers.

(b)

Multi-family and commercial developments.

(1)

Multi-family developments and commercial site areas are required to provide a minimum of two (2) fully functioning points of vehicular and pedestrian access to the public road network. The distance between access points must be sufficient to reduce congestion and provide redundancy for emergency ingress and egress, as determined by the Town's adopted driveway spacing standards.

(2)

Where physical constraints or other unique site conditions limit the ability to provide two (2) public access points, developers must include an alternative plan for emergency vehicle access. This may involve the design and implementation of dedicated emergency routes, approved by the Town and emergency service providers, that meet all applicable width, surface, and clearance requirements.

(Ord. No. 2025-03, § 1)

When public improvements, dedications, or similar components are part of a development application, the applicant shall enter into a development agreement with the Town to guarantee timing of dedications and construction of all required public improvements shown in the final development plan(s), together with security in a form approved by the Town.

(a)

The development agreement shall be fully executed by the applicant prior to final review and action on the development plan by the Town, or the Town may postpone final action on the development plan.

(b)

Such agreement shall include a list of all agreed-upon public improvements and landscaping, an estimate of the cost of such improvements (split out by phase as applicable), the form of guarantee for the improvements, and any other provisions or conditions deemed necessary by the Town to ensure all improvements will be completed in a timely, quality, and cost-effective manner.

(c)

Such public improvements may include but are not limited to the construction of streets, curbs and gutters, driveways, sidewalks, storm drainage systems, public water and sewer infrastructure, fire hydrants, floodway and irrigation ditch improvements, streetlights, sidewalks, trails, traffic-control devices, required off-site improvements, and signage.

(d)

Other agreements or contracts setting forth the plan, method, and parties responsible for the construction of any required public improvements shown in the final development plan documents may also be required.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

The following steps outline the process for creating, reviewing, approving, and administering the Town's development agreement process through final acceptance of all required improvements.

(a)

Step 1: The Town provides a draft copy of the development agreement to the applicant during the development review process to review and comment on.

(b)

Step 2: The applicant returns the draft agreement with proposed revisions for final review and consideration by the Town.

(c)

Step 3: The Town sends the applicant a final signature ready version of the agreement to execute prior to final review and action on the development proposal. The signed agreement accompanies the final development plan for review by the decision body, as outlined in Article 2 of this Code.

(d)

Step 4: If the development plan is approved by the Town, the Town will execute the final development application and send the applicant a signed copy.

(e)

Step 5: The applicant shall post security, in a form approved by the Town Attorney and outlined in the executed development agreement, to cover the construction and warranty period of the necessary improvements outlined in the agreement.

(f)

Step 6: Following installation of the required improvements, the applicant shall apply to the Town for inspection of improvements, as required by this Code and all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

(g)

Step 7: The Town shall complete inspection(s) of all required improvements and determine if the project has received initial acceptance and can move into the warranty phase.

(1)

If incomplete, the Town will issue the applicant a letter and list of defects or items that require additional attention prior to the Town issuing initial acceptance. Once the applicant has addressed the Town's comments, they shall apply for reinspection of the outstanding improvements, see Step 6.

(2)

If complete, proceed to Step 8.

(h)

Step 8: If deemed complete, the Town will issue initial acceptance of the required improvements and reduce the applicant's posted security to cover the two-year warranty period.

(i)

Step 9: Following the two-year warranty period, the applicant shall apply to the Town for final acceptance and release of the remaining security.

(j)

Step 10: The Town shall complete final acceptance warranty inspection(s) of all required improvements and determine if the project requires warranty work or if the Town can issue final acceptance.

(1)

If warranty work is needed, the Town will issue the applicant a letter and list of defects or items that require additional attention prior to the Town issuing final acceptance. Once the applicant has addressed the Town's comments, they shall apply for reinspection of the warranty items, see Step 9.

(2)

If no warranty work is identified, proceed to Step 11.

(k)

Step 11: If no warranty work is necessary, the Town will issue final acceptance of the required improvements and return the remaining warranty security held by the Town. At this point, all remaining obligations of the applicant should have been met, subject to the requirements of the final development agreement.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

In the event the agreement needs to be amended, the applicant or Town Manager and/or their designee may initiate the amendment process, which includes review of the proposed changes by both parties and a determination by the Manager on whether the proposed changes require Town Council review or if the proposed changes can be updated administratively.

(a)

Administrative changes. Administrative changes may include but are not limited to agreement deadline extensions, reassignment of the agreement requirements due to applicant or ownership changes, updates to the list of improvements based on administrative changes to the final development plans, or adjustments to the estimate of the cost of improvements based on market conditions.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

(a)

Commencement of construction of all or a portion of the approved development plan shall occur within two (2) years from the date of recordation of said development plan.

(b)

The required timeframe for the completion of all required improvements for all or a portion of the development plan shall be three (3) years from the Town's issuance of a grading or other permit to commence construction.

(c)

The Town may, for good cause shown, extend such time for commencement or completion of the required improvements upon request from the applicant to the Town Manager and/or their designee.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

(a)

Purpose. For each development agreement or similar agreement executed by the Town, the applicant shall post security in the form of a letter of credit, cash, or similar security instrument in a form approved by the Town Attorney and drawn in favor of the Town in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the estimated cost of the construction of the required improvements. Security may be provided for one hundred percent (100%) of the total development or by an approved phase, as shown on the development plans and in the executed development agreement. For purposes of this Section, "required improvements" shall mean, at a minimum, the following items:

(1)

All improvements intended for dedication to the Town;

(2)

All streets, sidewalks, and trails, regardless of whether they are intended for dedication to the Town;

(3)

All storm drainage improvements, regardless of whether they are intended for dedication to the Town; and

(4)

All landscaping improvements are intended for dedication to the Town or to an approved association or district.

(b)

Initial acceptance and partial release of security. Upon completion of such improvements within the required time and approval thereof by the Town, the Town shall cause the security, excluding the retainage for warranty security, to be released following the Town's initial acceptance of such improvements and receipt of the required as-built drawings; however, the Town will retain ten percent (10%) security of the original security until final acceptance at the end of the two-year warranty period. When such improvements are not completed within the required time, the Town may cause the proceeds of the security to be used to close or complete the required improvements in accordance with the terms and provisions of the development agreement.

(c)

Partial release of security. During construction of required improvements, the applicant may from time to time request the release by the Town of a portion of the security for improvements that have been inspected and approved by the Town Engineer, as shown on approved phasing plans as part of the approved development plan. The required warranty period shall commence upon completion and initial approval of all required improvements and landscaping in accordance with the terms and provisions of the development agreement. Full and complete acceptance of the project will occur at the termination of the warranty period after final inspection.

(d)

Warranty. All workmanship and materials for all required improvements shall be warranted for a minimum period of two (2) years by the applicant as specified in the development agreement and this Code.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

(a)

Fair contribution for public school sites. The subdivider shall dedicate or convey land for a public school site to the appropriate school district, or, in the event the dedication of land is not deemed feasible or in the best interests of the school district as determined by the superintendent or designee of the school district, the subdivider shall make a payment in lieu of land dedication or conveyance. The amount of contribution of either land or payment in lieu of land shall be determined pursuant to the tables set forth in the agreements between the Town and the school districts.

(b)

Exemptions from fair contributions for public school sites. The following uses shall be exempt from the fair contributions for public school sites requirements:

(1)

Construction of any non-residential building or structure.

(2)

Alteration, replacement or expansion of any legally existing building or structure with a comparable new building or structure that does not increase the number of residential dwelling units.

(3)

Construction of any building or structure for limited-term stay or long-term assisted living, including but not limited to bed and breakfast establishments, Boarding or rooming houses, family care homes, group care homes, halfway houses, hotels, motels, nursing homes or hospices.

(4)

Construction of any residential building or structure classified as housing exclusively for older persons, pursuant to the Federal Fair Housing Act, as amended

(c)

Land dedication. In the event the fair contribution for public school sites includes the dedication of land, prior to recording the final plat, the following items shall be completed by the subdivider.

(1)

The subdivider shall convey to the school district, by general warranty deed, title to the land slated for dedication, which title is free and clear of all liens, encumbrances and exceptions (except those approved in writing by the school district), including, without limitation, real property taxes, which will be prorated to the date of conveyance or dedication.

(2)

The subdivider shall provide to the Town proof of the dedication or conveyance.

(3)

At the time of dedication or conveyance, the subdivider shall provide a title insurance commitment and policy in an amount equal to the fair market value of the dedicated property.

(4)

The subdivision improvements agreement (SIA) for the subdivision shall provide for the installation of the streets adjacent to the school site, the installation of water, sewer and other public utilities to the school site and overlot grading of the school site.

(d)

Cash-in-lieu of land dedication. In the event the fair contribution for public school sites includes payment in lieu of the dedication of land, prior to the issuance of any building permit for any residential dwelling unit not otherwise exempt, the subdivider shall pay to the Town on behalf of the school district the cash to be paid in lieu of land dedication.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

(a)

At the time of annexation. As outlined in the Town's annexation procedures, all surface and subsurface water rights associated with land proposed for annexation must be dedicated and conveyed to the Town as a condition of annexation approval. See the annexation procedures in Article 2 of this Code for full requirements.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

(a)

Requirements. New developments and redevelopments are required to provide a minimum amount of open space and specific parkland requirements as outlined in the Town's development standards. See Article 5 of this Code for full requirements as each development type and zone district in the community is different.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

The Town has an adopted set of construction standards and specifications that establish the minimum requirements for all public and private infrastructure improvements associated with new development or redevelopment within the Town. These standards ensure that construction activities meet consistent, high-quality benchmarks that support public health, safety, accessibility, and long-term maintenance.

(a)

Applicability. All construction related to streets, sidewalks, water and sewer systems, storm drainage, and other essential infrastructure must conform to the current adopted standards, as maintained by the Town.

(1)

The Town reserves the right to update or modify these standards from time to time to reflect best practices, evolving regulatory requirements, or community needs.

(2)

These standards apply to both on-site and off-site improvements and serve as a reference point during the design, permitting, and construction process. Compliance with these standards is required prior to the approval of development applications, building permits, and final inspections.

(b)

The following sections in this Article outline additional specific requirements related to easements, utility design, water and sewer capacity, drainage infrastructure, fire protection, and other key components that may be triggered by proposed development or subdivision activity.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

Easements may be more or less than the widths stated in this Section if the specific utility provider indicates in writing a width other than those required by this Code. Utility easements shall be subject to the approval of the Town and applicable utility companies.

(a)

Rear lot lines of abutting lots. Utility easements shall measure ten (10) feet on each side of abutting rear lot lines.

(b)

Rear lot lines of unsubdivided property. Utility easements shall measure ten (10) feet in width on subdivision perimeter rear lot lines adjacent to property that is not subdivided.

(1)

If the location of utility easements adjacent to rear property lines is unsuitable for use by utility companies due to drainage, irrigation ditches or other obstructions, the subdivider shall provide like-width easements adjacent to said areas of obstruction.

(c)

Site lot lines. Utility easements, where necessary, shall measure ten (10) feet in full width; five (5) feet on either side of a lot line is acceptable.

(d)

Front lot lines. Utility easements shall measure ten (10) feet in width.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

Easements shall be designed to provide efficient installation of utilities. Public utility installations shall be located to permit multiple installations within the easements. Easements shall be graded to within six (6) inches of final grade prior to utility installations.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

(a)

All utility cables and lines shall be placed underground. The subdivider shall be responsible for complying with the requirements of this Article and Code and shall make the necessary arrangements, including any construction or installation charges, with each utility provider for the installation of such facilities.

(1)

Appurtenances to such underground utilities shall be placed underground or on the surface but not on utility poles.

(2)

Screening or fencing is required to the satisfaction of the Town Council.

(3)

Electric transmission and distribution feeder lines and necessary appurtenances thereto may not be placed above ground unless they are carrying greater than one hundred and fifteen (115) kilovolts. Such facilities shall be placed within easements or public streets, as therein provided, or upon private easements or right-of-way provided for the particular facilities.

(b)

Installing underground conduit for future utilities. To provide for the installation of public and private utilities after completion of streets, sidewalks, trails, or similar improvements, three (3) SDR11 smooth conduit lines, one and one-quarter (1.25) inch in diameter, shall be placed at horizontal and vertical locations approved by the Town Engineer within the municipal utility easement with a capped junction at each buildable lot.

(1)

When crossing a public street, a High-Definition Polyethylene (HDPE) four-inch schedule forty (40) PVC sleeve conduit will be placed around each of the three (3) SDR11 smooth conduit lines for the full width of the right-of-way (ROW).

(2)

Once installed and accepted by the Town, the conduit shall become the property of the Town, and its' use shall be subject to license or franchise by the Town.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

(a)

Major subdivisions.

(1)

Subdivisions are required to provide at least two (2) fully functioning points of vehicular and pedestrian access to the adjacent public road network. These access points must connect to two (2) separate public roads to ensure adequate traffic circulation, emergency ingress and egress, and community connectivity. Sites with physical constraints or unique conditions may require a detailed analysis to determine if an alternative configuration can meet the intent of this requirement, subject to approval by the Town.

(2)

Subdivisions containing more than one hundred (100) residential units may be required to provide a third point of access to distribute traffic more evenly, enhance overall connectivity, and mitigate potential congestion at subdivision entrances. The need for additional access points will be determined based on the size, layout, and anticipated traffic impacts of the development, in consultation with the Town and emergency service providers.

(b)

Multi-family and commercial developments.

(1)

Are required to provide a minimum of two (2) fully functioning points of vehicular and pedestrian access to the adjacent public road network. The distance between access points must be sufficient to reduce congestion and provide redundancy for emergency ingress and egress, as determined by the Town's adopted driveway spacing standards.

(2)

Where physical constraints or other unique site conditions limit the ability to provide two (2) public access points, projects must include an alternative plan for emergency vehicle access. This may involve the design and implementation of dedicated emergency routes, approved by the Town and emergency service providers, that meet all applicable width, surface, and clearance requirements.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

Street lights and associated underground street light supply circuits shall be installed.

(a)

Systems are to be engineered by the local electrical utility companies, Xcel Energy and Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association.

(b)

Lights shall be limited to "full cut-off" or "fully shielded" fixtures and shall be subject to approval by the Town in compliance with the Town's adopted lighting regulations in Article 5 of this Code.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

(a)

Potable water. All residential, commercial and industrial uses that have human occupancy shall have potable water served by either the Town or, if out of the Severance water service area, the North Weld County Water District.

(b)

Non-potable water. All development and redevelopment areas shall be connected into a non-potable water system, unless otherwise approved by the Town.

(c)

Sanitary sewer. Except as otherwise approved by the Town, all residential uses and commercial and industrial uses that have human occupancy shall have sanitary sewer.

(1)

All sanitary sewer systems shall be connected to a public sanitary sewer system and shall consist of a closed system of sanitary sewer mains and lateral branch connections to each structure or lot upon which a structure is to be built.

(2)

Sanitary sewer lines are to be of sufficient size and design to collect all sewage from within the subdivision or development.

(3)

On a case-by-case basis, the Town may approve individual sewage disposal systems that comply with the Weld County Health Department standards. However, no new, new addition, upgrade or major repair to an individual sewage disposal system will be permitted if the property is located within four hundred (400) feet of a sanitation collection line, measured through existing sewer easements or utility rights-of-way, except where such connection is not feasible or has been denied by either the Town or sewer district.

(d)

Oversizing. Oversizing of water lines may be required by the Town beyond the needs of the subdivision development and standard Town specification. In such cases the applicant shall pay for the cost of the line. In the event oversized utilities are required and are greater than twelve (12) inches in diameter, applicants can initiate requests for oversize recovery or reimbursement following final acceptance of the water or sewer line as part of a development agreement. The method and time of payment shall be established in accordance with the current policies of the Town and/or the Agreement.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

Editor's note— Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), adopted Aug. 12, 2025, set out provisions intended for use as § 16.4.330. Inasmuch as there were already provisions so designated, said Section has been codified herein as § 16.4.340.1 at the discretion of the editor.

The developer shall install fire hydrants at street intersections and other points as per the requirements of the Windsor-Severance Fire Protection District.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

Development and redevelopment projects shall submit engineering plans and reports that demonstrate how the proposed project will address site grading, stormwater management, and utility service needs. These reports ensure that development is designed in a manner consistent with the Town standards and does not negatively impact public infrastructure or surrounding properties.

(a)

Grading and drainage plan and report. The purpose of the drainage plan and report is to identify existing site conditions and drainage problems, as well as those anticipated to result from development (whether on-site or off-site), and to present conceptual solutions to those problems. Historic drainage patterns and the effects of off-site drainage areas on the development and the effects of the development on downstream properties must be thoroughly assessed.

(1)

This plan and report must be certified by a Colorado-registered professional engineer and must include approximate earthwork quantities (how earthwork on the site is "balanced"), storm drainage concepts, such as locations of pipe and other conveyance facilities, locations for on-site detention or downstream structural improvements, and soil erosion and sedimentation control plans and specifications.

(2)

It must discuss the impacts on any existing floodways and/or floodplains both on and adjacent to the site as well as any FEMA applications required.

(3)

It must discuss previously submitted drainage studies for the site or project and their influence on the proposed stormwater facility design, and if applicable, the stormwater master plan, how recommendations in the stormwater master plan affect the stormwater facility design for the site, and how the proposed stormwater facility design complies with the stormwater master plan.

(4)

It must provide sufficient information for an initial assessment of whether the proposed stormwater facility design can safely convey stormwater runoff through the development to an adequate stormwater system and accessible point of disposal with sufficient system capacity to carry necessary flow of the proposed development without overflowing downstream channels and existing storm drainage facilities or causing damage to property.

(b)

Water and sewer utility plan and report prepared by a registered professional engineer. It is necessary that the engineer consult with the appropriate utility service providers regarding the design of all utilities through the proposed development.

(1)

It must discuss the projected total water needs of the development for domestic consumption and fire protection, including without limitation, data on projected annual usage (GPY), average day demand (GPM/GPD), and maximum day demand (GPM/GPD), peak hour flow (GPM), as well as the projected total flow of sewage through a treatment plant expected to be generated by the proposed development.

(2)

It must discuss previous water and sewer studies for the site or project and their influence on the proposed design for water and sewer facilities, and if applicable, the water, sewer, and/or non-potable water master plans, how recommendations in the water, sewer, and/or non-potable water master plans affect the proposed water and sewer improvements for the site, and how the proposed water and sewer improvements for the site comply with the water, sewer, and/or non-potable water master plans.

(3)

If located within the boundaries of the Town's water, non-potable water, or sewer utility enterprise respective service areas, it must also provide sufficient information for an initial assessment of the proposed development's impact on all parts of the Town's sanitary sewage collection system (including without limitation laterals, interceptors, lift stations, treatment plants, points of discharge), potable and/or non-potable water systems (including without limitation water source, water quality, treatment, storage, pumping facilities, and metering devices), as well as an evaluation of the adequacy of the Town's water, non-potable water, and/or sewer (where applicable) utility enterprises, respectively, to serve the proposed development together with existing development and development which is reasonably probable of connecting to the applicable Town utility system (e.g., legal buildable lots in approved subdivisions for which building permits have not been issued).

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

As part of the Town's review of a development application, the applicant shall prepare and submit the following for review and action by the Town prior to commencement of construction.

(a)

Construction plans and profiles. The plans and profiles shall be prepared by a registered professional engineer licensed in the State of Colorado. Plans shall be twenty-four (24) inches high by thirty-six (36) inches wide and shall provide the following information:

(1)

The horizontal to vertical scales shall be chosen to best depict the aspects of the design.

(2)

The minimum horizontal scale is to be one-inch equals one hundred (100) feet.

(3)

The minimum vertical scale is to be one-inch equals ten (10) feet.

(4)

The typical road geometric and structural cross section is to be shown on each plan sheet.

(5)

The plan must show right-of-way lines and widths, road names, lot lines, tangent lengths and bearings, curve radii, delta angles, curve lengths, chord lengths and bearings, stationing at all beginning of curves and end of curves, intersections, structures, angles, curb lines, cross pans, traffic-control devices (islands, striping, signs, etc.), drive cuts, curb returns and radii and all other features to enable construction in accordance with approved standards and standard engineering practice. Stationing may be centerline if approved by the Town Engineer. Construction plans shall include water lines and appurtenances, sewer lines and appurtenances, stormwater lines and appurtenances and any other wet utilities such as non-potable water systems and irrigation ditches.

(6)

The profiles shall include existing and proposed grades at curb and gutter or centerline of street elevation at point of intersection of vertical curves, intersections, grade breaks, point of curb return, point of reverse curve and other critical points, structures and all other features required to enable construction in accordance with the standards adopted by this Code.

(7)

Signature blocks for all utility providers shall be included unless otherwise provided in agreement form.

(8)

Structure details. Sufficient data shall be given to construction of major structures and road appurtenances, such as bridges, culverts, gutters, drives, walks, cross pans, etc.; detail shall include orientation line and grade, cross sections, dimensions, reinforcement schedules, materials, quality specification, etc., or as the Town Engineer may approve.

(9)

Sewage collection and water supply distribution plans, profiles, and specifications. The plans, profiles and specifications shall be prepared by a registered professional engineer and shall be accompanied by written approvals from the applicable water and sanitation district.

(b)

Final water report. A final water report, including hydraulic analysis and pipe sizing calculations, shall be included.

(c)

Final sanitary sewer report. A sanitary sewer report including hydraulic analysis and pipe sizing calculations shall be included.

(d)

Final drainage plans and reports. Based on the approved preliminary drainage plan, a final report is to be submitted in accordance with the Greeley Drainage and Design Criteria, as amended, or as the Town Engineer may approve. The plan and report must provide:

(1)

Cross sections of each water carrier showing high water elevations for 100-year runoff and adjacent features that may be affected thereby.

(2)

Written approvals, as may be required, from other agencies or parties that may be affected by the drainage proposals (i.e., FEMA, Larimer County and Weld County, ditch companies).

(3)

Supporting calculations for runoffs, times of concentration, flow capacity with all assumptions clearly stated with proper jurisdiction when needed or requested.

(4)

Erosion control plans, when required.

(5)

Sizing of all pipes, inlets, conveyance ways and other appurtenances.

(e)

Final grading plan. The final grading plan shall be twenty-four (24) inches high by thirty-six (36) inches wide and shall illustrate existing and proposed contours and lot and block grading details.

(f)

Soils report. The soils report shall detail pavement design and construction requirements and shall be submitted after overlot grading is complete.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

The landscape plan must address the treatment of all exterior spaces. Landscape plans are to be designed to meet the requirements of this Code and show trees, shrubs, groundcovers, turf, buffering, fences, walls, and other site amenities that will be included in the plan. All plant materials must be adapted to the physical limitations of the local climate and specific conditions of the landscape plan. All plant materials must meet specifications of the American Association of Nurseryman for Number 1 grade. All street trees must be selected from the Town's recommended tree list.

(a)

Landscape plan drawn to scale (not greater than one-inch equals fifty (50) feet) on sheets sized twenty-four (24) inches by thirty-six (36) inches, which includes the following.

(1)

Project name.

(2)

Scale, north arrow, and date of preparation.

(3)

Existing and proposed streets and street names.

(4)

Lot lines, easements and public rights-of-way as shown on the subdivision plat, including gross and net area of all parcels.

(5)

Location of proposed building footprints and parking areas.

(6)

Location of storage, loading and service areas.

(7)

Existing and proposed two-foot contours (based on USGS datum).

(8)

Natural features, wetlands, wildlife corridors, floodplains, streams, ditches, and other waterways.

(9)

Location of existing and proposed utilities (utility lines can be "ghosted" in on the landscape plan to vary the line types for cleaner drawings).

(b)

All existing trees within the proposed site and adjacent to the site must be accurately identified on the plan. Existing trees must be labeled as to their size, species and, if they are intended to remain, be removed, or transplanted. All replacement mitigation trees will need to be shown separately on the plan. Tree protection standards for existing trees to remain shall be included in the plan.

(c)

The extent and location of proposed trees, shrubs and perennials and quantities of each species. Plant materials are to be drawn at two-thirds (⅔) of their mature size.

(d)

Landscape schedule, including the represented plant symbol, Latin name, common name, planting size and number of individual plants. All plant materials are to meet the minimum size requirements as provided in this Code.

(e)

Proposed treatment of all ground surfaces must be clearly indicated, including turf, paving, mulch, native grass, seeded grass, and so on. Grass areas are to be specified as seed or sod and a seed mix/rate specified.

(f)

Sight distance triangles must be shown at street intersections pursuant to this Code.

(g)

Project-specific landscape notes and details to ensure the proper planting, establishment, and survival of plant materials, along with additional notes detailing the warranty for plant materials and continued maintenance, shall be included.

(h)

Open space trail network and pedestrian circulation system.

(i)

Areas to be irrigated and method of irrigation.

(j)

Proposed grading of the project site, including drainage swales, detention basins and retaining walls. Off-site grading for infrastructure improvements will need to be included as well.

(k)

Notes for conservation and retention of topsoil and landscape soil preparation.

(l)

Restoration, revegetation or enhancement of disturbed natural areas or open space features.

(m)

Park/open space structures, signage, play equipment and other landscape amenities and appurtenances.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)

The Town may condition its approval and require on-site and off-site improvements or contributions to off-site improvements to ensure the proposed development will be served by adequate water, sewer, and storm drainage facilities. These improvements include but are not limited to the following:

(a)

The construction of mains in all public and private streets or utility easements within and adjacent to the proposed development;

(b)

The construction of mains through the development to serve the lots and buildings or structures within the development and to adjacent properties to allow them to connect to and extend the water or sewer system;

(c)

The construction of off-site improvements needed to complete the following:

(1)

Connect to the existing system;

(2)

Provide the storage and flows needed to meet the level of service standards and the requirements of the water system plan;

(3)

Provide collection capacity needed to meet the level of service standards and the anticipated demand from the service area;

(4)

Provide the storage and flows needed to meet the water demands generated by the proposed development; or

(5)

Provide the storage and flows needed to supply the fire flows needed to serve the development.

(d)

The construction of pressure-reducing valves and similar appurtenances to provide pressure zone separation in the distribution system;

(e)

The construction of lift and/or pump stations needed to serve the development if it is in a special pressure zone or because of topographical considerations. This will only be required or allowed in accordance with designated permanent lift and/or pump stations listed or shown in the current water system plan or sewer system plan;

(f)

The construction of replacements or improvements to existing facilities to maintain an established level of service for sanitary sewage discharge from the service area or for water system demand and fire flow to the development;

(g)

The construction of replacements or improvements to existing off-site facilities to the extent that the new development would cause the level of service for existing customers to drop below existing standards; or

(h)

The transfer or dedication of easements or land needed for the construction and maintenance of utility system improvements.

(Ord. No. 2025-15, § 3(Exh. A), 8-12-25)