Where a subdivision exceeds fifty (50) lots, or will be part of a larger development
which at the time of the proposed subdivision or in the future will consist of more
than fifty (50) lots, the subdivider shall provide common open space. The subdivider
shall not be required to provide more than ten (10) percent of the gross acreage currently
under consideration for subdivision as common open space, but may provide more. Such
common open space shall be for the purpose of providing parks, playgrounds, sports
play fields, recreation areas, picnic areas, natural areas and the like. Areas provided
for streets and utility and stormwater management facilities shall be in addition
to the ten (10) percent limitation of this section regardless of whether the same
are publicly owned. Such common open space is not excluded from gross acreage for
net acreage calculations. The amount, configuration and location of common open space
required shall be determined by the Gloucester County Planning Department based upon
neighborhood and design needs, and upon the recommendation of the Gloucester County
Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism as to the amount and type of recreation
areas required by the particular subdivision or the larger development, if applicable.
(Ord. of 7-6-2004(5))
