This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Land Subdivision Ordinance of the Borough of Hopatcong."

The purpose of this chapter shall be to provide rules, regulations and standards to guide land subdivision in the Borough of Hopatcong in order to promote the public health, safety, convenience and general welfare of the municipality. It shall be administered to ensure the orderly growth and development, conservation, protection and proper use of land and adequate provision for circulation, utilities and services.

The provisions of this chapter shall be administered by the Borough of Hopatcong Planning Board and, where permitted by statute, the Zoning Board of Adjustment, in accordance with all applicable provisions of N.J.S.A. 40:55D-1 et seq.