In the best interests of the City and to assist the subdivider in harmonizing the subdivider’s interests with those of the City, the following regulations are adopted in order that adherence to same will bring results beneficial to both parties. It is deemed necessary to establish minimum standards for the design and development of all new subdivisions in order to eliminate piecemeal planning of subdivisions which brings about undesirable disconnected patchwork of pattern and poor circulation of traffic. It is the duty of the Plan and Zoning Commission to require that all regulations set forth in this chapter be complied with before giving its approval. It is the purpose of this chapter to make certain regulations and requirements for the platting of land which the Council deems necessary for the health, safety, and general welfare of the City.