(A) The preliminary plat and any required accompanying data shall be reviewed for the purpose of checking its compliance with the Comprehensive Plan, Major Street and Thoroughfare Plan and other specifications of this chapter, all in accord with sound engineering practice.
(B) Before acting on the preliminary plat, the Commission shall hold a public hearing, notice of which shall contain the date and place of hearing and shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the subdivider and owners of land immediately adjacent to the proposed subdivision, at least seven days prior to the hearing date.
(C) Written approval by the Commission shall be indicated on the preliminary plat along with any changes or requirements that said Commission may make, constituting acceptance thereof as a basis for the preparation of the final plat.
(D) Approval of the preliminary plat shall be valid for a duration of not more than one year.
(E) Final record plat approval will be granted only under the following conditions:
(1) The subdivider has submitted necessary engineering drawings, as required by this chapter and said drawings have been checked and approved for engineering accuracy by the city; and
(2) The subdivider has installed all improvements or in lieu thereof, has made arrangements for the installation of said improvements in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.
(1991 Code, § 5.357)