(A) Regulation of the subdivision of land and the attachment of reasonable conditions to land subdivision is an exercise of public police power delegated by the state to the village pursuant to R.C. Chapter 711. The developer shall be in compliance with conditions established by the Planning Commission for design, dedication, improvement, and restrictive use of the land to conform to the physical and economic development of the village and the health, safety, and general welfare of the future lot owners of the subdivision and of the village.
(B) The purpose of these regulations is to provide for the harmonious development of the village by:
(1) Promoting the public health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the village;
(2) To promote the safe and efficient movement of people and goods;
(3) Furthering the orderly layout and use of land, according to its capability and suitability;
(4) Securing safety from fire, flood, panic and other dangers;
(5) Providing adequate light and air;
(6) To ensure the most beneficial relationship between the use and placement of land and buildings thereon;
(7) To promote optimal population density;
(8) Facilitating adequate provision for transportation, water, sewerage, drainage, schools, parks, playgrounds and other public requirements; and
(9) Facilitating the further re-subdivision of larger tracts into smaller parcels of land.
(C) The provisions of these regulations are made with reasonable consideration of the character of village with a view of conserving the value of the buildings placed upon land, providing the best possible environment for human habitation, and encouraging the most appropriate use of land throughout the village.
(Ord. 20-04, passed 12-27-2004)