Whenever a term is used in this chapter which is defined in Chapter 291 of the Laws of 1975, N.J.S.A. 40:55D-1 et seq.), such term is intended to have the meaning set forth in the definition of such term found in said statute, unless a contrary intention is clearly expressed from the context of this chapter.

All applications for development filed prior to the effective date of this chapter may be continued, but any appeals arising out of decisions made on any such applications shall be governed by the provisions of Article III of this chapter.

Immediately upon adoption of this chapter, the Municipal Clerk shall file a copy of it with the County Planning Board as required by law. The Clerk shall also file with said County Planning Board copies of all other ordinances of the municipality relating to land use, such as the Subdivision, Zoning and Site Plan Review Ordinances.

At the request of the developer, the Planning Board shall grant an informal review of a concept plan for a development for which the developer intends to prepare and submit an application for development. The developer shall be required to submit any fees for such an informal review as noted in Section 53-51.4, Escrow for informal review. The developer shall not be bound by any concept plan for which review is requested, and the Planning Board shall not be bound by any such review.