700 Haines Mill Rd, West Chester, PA 19382

Residential And Agricultural District

To provide opportunities for development of a diversity of residential housing and household types, age groups, and income levels in Pocopson Township in a safe, attractive, and durable housing stock, in recognition of predominant real estate market conditions.; To accommodate nonfarm residential development in a manner that will neither obstruct nor interfere with farm operation, and will minimize the loss of prime farmland to nonagricultural uses.; To accommodate limited commercial activities that are carried out on agricultural properties and involve principally the sale of locally produced agricultural products.; To preserve community open space resources important to maintenance of the quality of life for Pocopson Township residents, including scenic vistas, historical resources, recreational areas, woodlands, groundwater resources and other natural features.; To provide opportunities for development at net densities capable of accommodating the receipt of transferable development rights while minimizing negative impacts on open space resources and potential conflicts with neighboring properties.; To promote stormwater and wastewater recycling, reuse, and recharge techniques that preserve and enhance the water budget.