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Alternative Futures |
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Change: Township Alternative |
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The census projections for 2020 indicate an uneven population distribution among the Townships and Boroughs of Monroe County. In order to allow development in each of the Townships while maintaining local control, this alternative proposes strategic development which takes advantage of the structure and pattern of each specific Township, while minimally threatening its landscape features. While attempting to maintain local differences, the Township Alternative cannot be effective unless the Townships and Boroughs recognize their mutual dependence and move beyond the disconnected system of land planning that already has been overwhelmed by the trend. This proposal shown in the 'Township Alternative' land use map envisions higher density development in existing subdivisions, and new high density residential and R-U mix-use development near existing town centers and in selected locations adjacent to natural areas. This strategy promotes compact development while allowing more residents access to large natural areas. |
The 'Township Alternative Landscape Design' utilizes Conservation 'A' and assumes the adoption and implementation of the recommended Conservation 'B.' Re-zoning to R-E is proposed near existing or proposed conservation lands, especially for developable lands of scenic and recreational value not protected by Conservation 'B.' The 'Township Alternative Infrastructure Design' makes selective use of alternative sewer technology in areas proposed for high density development. It adopts the new I-80 railway alignment with one stop near Bartonsville, and improves to Routes 209 North and 611. The 'Township Alternative Landscape Impacts' map shows the impacts associated with this land use possiblity. |