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DRAFT PROPOSED REVISIONS – OCTOBER 2011 2. Topography. Description of the topographic conditions within the site and extending two hundred (200) feet beyond the property lines. When fifteen (15%) percent or more of the proposed area of land disturbance encompasses slopes in excess of ten (10%) percent, the following slope ranges shall be mapped for the entire site: ten (10) to fifteen (15%) percent; fifteen (15) to twenty (20%) percent; twenty (20%) percent and up. 3. Geology. Description of the geologic formations and features associated with the site as well as depth to bedrock conditions. Delineation of those areas where bedrock is in close proximity to the surface, within two (2) feet of the surface as well as major bedrock outcroppings. 4. Vegetation. Description of the existing vegetation on the site. When required, sketch the location of major vegetation grouping such as woodland, open field and wetland. 5. Surface Water. Description of existing watercourses and water bodies that are partially or totally on the site and their relationship to the area of land disturbance. Existing surface runoff from the site shall be calculated using methods approved by the Township Engineer. When the natural drainage pattern will be significantly altered, an analysis shall be conducted which will investigate flow, depth, capacity and water quality of receiving waters. When required, floodplain areas shall be mapped in consultation with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Existing drainage structures shall be mapped and the capacity of the drainage network shall be determined. 6. Subsurface Water. Description of the subsurface water conditions on the site, in terms of depth to ground water shall be provided. 7. Unique, Scenic and/or Historic Features. Description and a map of those portions of the site that can be considered to have unique, scenic and/or historic qualities. 8. Existing Development Features. Description of any existing features on the site that are not considered to be part of the natural environment. This may include, but not necessarily be limited to, roads, housing units, accessory structures,

features on the site that are not considered to be part of the natural environment. This may include, but not necessarily be limited to, roads, housing units, accessory structures, and utility lines. 9. Miscellaneous. When warranted, an analysis shall be conducted of existing air quality and noise levels as prescribed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection or the West Orange Health Department. c. Area and Regional Description. A description of the surrounding environs shall be provided as well as the existing land use pattern. When required, the existing infrastructure, with respect to the drainage and transportation network, as well as any central sewerage and water supply facilities shall be described in detail. An appropriate regional analysis relative to the proposed subject shall be included. d. Impact. Discuss the negative and the positive on- and-off-site impacts as they affect the items listed in paragraphs b. and c. above. Indicate those negative impacts that are unavoidable. Indicate those resources affected by the proposal which will be irretrievably lost and those resources which are renewable. The specific concerns that shall be considered include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Soil erosion and sedimentation resulting from surface runoff. 2. Flooding and floodplain disruption. 3. Degradation of surface water quality. 4. Groundwater pollution. 5. Sewage disposal. 6. Solid waste disposal. 7. Destruction of vegetation. 69