260 Pine Tree Rd, New Oxford, PA 17350

Residential Low Density District

The intent of the Residential Low Density District R-1 is to: Conserve, enhance and extend, where appropriate in accordance with Straban Township Comprehensive Plan, the existing low density residential areas of the Township, comprised primarily of residential subdivisions, existing suburban neighborhoods as well as small farmsteads and nondeveloped lands in between.; Limit future development of the land to primarily residential uses and its ancillary uses.; Limit growth where the natural environment continues to dominate the landscape.; Conserve natural features such as woodlands and scenic views and vistas.; Preserve sensitive natural features such as steep slopes greater than 20 Percent, wetlands and floodplains.; Promote the development of public sewer and water systems in the future sewer service area as defined by the Straban Township Act 537 Plan.; Place development on the most suitable areas for integration with the natural setting.; Manage road frontage development by limiting the number of private driveways and by providing adequate distances between driveways, buildings and roadways to maintain the rural character and the safety, capacity and condition of rural roadways. Promote the installation of interior roadways in planned residential communities.; Implement the Land Use Plan of the Straban Township Comprehensive Plan.