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Developers propose rain gardens, citing failed infiltration tests; Borough seeks deed language
Summary
Developer representatives told the Planning Commission that on‑site infiltration tests were negative, and proposed a Managed Release Concept using rear‑yard rain gardens sized for a 100‑year storm; Borough staff requested deed language and inspection rights to ensure long‑term maintenance.
At the Feb. 18 meeting, John Pogue of Landvision, LLC told the Commission that "there is virtually no infiltration capacity" at the Locust Street site after multiple tests, including borings to roughly seven feet. In response, the developer proposed a Managed Release Concept (MRC) that uses rain gardens located in the rear (north) yards of the semi‑detached lots; each garden is split between adjoining properties with one side containing the outlet piping.
The plans indicate the rain gardens are designed to meet the 100‑year storm standard and will be constructed with amended soils. Planning Secretary/Borough Manager J. Richard Fulcher asked that the rain garden requirements and the Borough’s right to inspect and enforce maintenance be written on the plans and deeds; he also warned that lots containing rain garden areas would have limited additional area for new impervious structures such as decks or sheds.
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