To Support Increased Infrastructure Demand
Off-site improvements may be required when a development places additional demand on surrounding public infrastructure—such as roads, utilities, or drainage systems—that were not originally designed for higher capacity.

• Ensures water, sewer, and power systems can handle new loads
  
• May include upgrading utility lines, transformers, or pump stations
  
• Prevents overloading existing infrastructure and service disruptions
  

To Comply with Local Development and Zoning Regulations
Municipalities often mandate off-site improvements as part of the approval process to ensure that new projects align with public safety, accessibility, and land use standards.

• Required to meet roadway width, signalization, or sidewalk standards
  
• May involve improving intersections, adding turning lanes, or enhancing street lighting
  
• Ensures compliance with traffic impact assessments and zoning conditions
  

To Improve Connectivity and Community Integration
Off-site upgrades help integrate the development with surrounding areas, enhancing access, circulation, and utility connectivity for both the project and nearby properties.

• Extends water or sewer lines from existing mains to the site
  
• Improves drainage flow by modifying regional stormwater systems
  
• Enhances connectivity to transportation networks, bike lanes, or public transit