The purpose of this chapter is in keeping with the declaration of intent by the state General Statutes of South Carolina § 6-29-1120, to require the harmonious, orderly and progressive development of land within the city in pursuit of public health, safety, economy, good order, appearance, convenience, morals and the general welfare. In furtherance of this general intent, the regulation of land subdivision is authorized for the following purposes among others:
(A) To encourage economically sound and stable development;
(B) To assure the timely provision of required streets, utilities, and other facilities and services to new land developments;
(C) To assure the adequate provision of safe and convenient traffic access and circulation, both vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian in and through new land developments;
(D) To assure the provision of needed public open spaces and building sites in new land developments through the dedication or reservation of land for recreational, educational, and other public purposes; and
(E) To assure, in general, the wise and timely development of new areas in harmony with the comprehensive plan of the city.
(Ord., passed 10-13-92; Am. Ord. 07-019, passed 8-14-07; Am. Ord. 10-036, passed 8-24-10; Am. Ord. 2016-015, passed 10-11-16)