(A) Minor subdivisions. There is one required step in the minor subdivision process: final plat review and approval. Applicants for minor subdivision are strongly encouraged to schedule and attend a pre-application conference prior to filing a minor subdivision.
(B) Major subdivisions. Applicants for major subdivisions are required to schedule and attend a pre-application conference prior to filing a subdivision application. After the pre-application conference, there are two required steps in the process: preliminary plat review and approval; and final plat review and approval. Each step of the process shall be completed before initiating the next step.
(C) Pre-application conference. Pre-application conferences offer an opportunity to familiarize applicants with applicable procedures, submittal requirements, development standards and other pertinent matters before finalizing the development proposal or laying out the proposed subdivision. Applicants shall be responsible for scheduling pre-application conferences with the Planning Director who shall be responsible for contacting the Public Works Department and other affected agencies.
(D) Application.
(1) Minor subdivisions. Pre-application conference applications for minor subdivisions shall be submitted to the Planning Department on forms available in the Planning Department. Pre-application conferences are not mandatory for minor subdivisions.
(2) Major subdivisions. Pre-application conference applications for major subdivisions shall be submitted to the Planning Department and include the following:
(a) A completed application form (available in the Planning Department);
(b) A plat of survey of the subject property, if available, or a tax map that identifies the subject property; and
(c) A concept plan that includes the following information:
1. The proposed means of access to a public road;
2. Surrounding land uses;
3. All adjacent roads;
4. A preliminary map and analysis of natural resources present on the subject property and surrounding property; and
5. A conceptual layout of the proposed subdivision, which shall be overlaid on the preliminary natural resources map and which shall show streets, lots, parks and other facilities located to protect natural resource areas.
(Ord. 20-8, passed 12-7-2000)