(A) The Rural Estate District is intended to address conditions in those portions of the township where agriculture is a logical and reasonable use, but where some low-density residential development has occurred. The Rural Estate District provides opportunity for additional low-density rural residential development, while encouraging continued agricultural use. Furthermore, the Rural Estate District provides for limited accessory agricultural uses in on parcels occupied by non-farm single-family dwellings.
(B) The standards in this district are intended to assure that permitted uses peacefully coexist in a low-density setting, while preserving the rural-like features and character of certain portions of the township. Low-density residential development is further intended to protect the public health in areas where it is not likely that public water and sewer services will be provided.
(C) It is further the intent of this district to permit a limited range of residentially-related uses, and to prohibit multiple-family, office, business, commercial, industrial and other uses that would interfere with the quality of residential life in this district.
(D) It is intended that developments in this district be designed to preserve significant natural features and promote public health, safety and welfare. Preservation of open space, protection of flood prone areas, protection of wetlands, woodlands and groundwater recharge areas, and preservation of other natural features is encouraged, consistent with state law.
