(a) The construction, extension and
dedication of public streets within a subdivision shall conform with the subdivision
ordinance.
(b) Density credits are available where a developer of a project not
subject to the terms of the subdivision ordinance dedicates right-of-way or constructs
public streets of one or more of the following types:
(1) Stub streets intended to provide a future interconnection with the
street systems of adjoining parcels;
(2) Dedications to correct existing right-of-way width deficiencies; or
(3) Additional extensions intended to provide interconnection and
coordination with the street systems of adjoining parcels.
(c) The area of right-of-way may be credited toward development density
in accordance with the following:
(1) In cases where development density is controlled by a maximum
number of dwelling units per acre [dwelling units per hectare] ratio, credit shall be
granted for the dedicated area by including the area in the density calculation.
(2) Credits shall not be applied to any areas which may, as in the case
of portions of temporary cul-de-sacs, become a part of an adjacent lot.
(3) In no case shall the above specified credits be construed to allow
reductions in setback, yard, transitional area or buffer dimensions, or similar standards
applicable for the zoning district in which located.
(4) Any right-of-way dedicated herein shall, by deed and recorded plat,
be conveyed to the County of York or, upon approval, to the Virginia Department of
Transportation. (See sample plat and deed in appendices A and B respectively).
(d) Where a stub street is to be created, it shall be so noted on the
face of the subdivision plat and site plan. Once final approval is granted, the
subdivision plat or site plan, or portion thereof showing a stub street, shall be recorded
with the clerk of the circuit court. In addition, the notification requirements for stub
streets contained in the subdivision ordinance shall be followed.