(a) Form. The preliminary plat shall be clearly and legibly drawn. The size of the map shall be on permanent reproducible paper of a minimum size of 12" x 18" and the maximum size of 24" x 36", except in rare circumstances. All subdivision shall be drawn at a scale of not less than one (1) inch equals one hundred (100) feet, unless otherwise required by the Commission.
(b) Coverage. The preliminary plan shall include all land intended for ultimate development even though only a portion of the tract is to be initially recorded.
(c) Map Contents. The preliminary plat shall contain the following information:
(1) Residential Requirements.
A. The name by which the proposed subdivision will be known. The name shall not duplicate, be the same in spelling or alike in pronunciation with any other recorded subdivision in Mahoning County. Evidence of ownership of the land to be subdivided, together with the names, address and phone numbers of the owner(s), subdivider(s) and the surveyor preparing the plat, along with his registration number and seal, shall be shown.
B. The location of the subdivision by section number, great lot, township, county, state and other legally established district, corporation or unit.
C. The name of any abutting subdivision and the owners of the abutting property.
D. Locations, widths and names of existing streets, buildings, railroads, right-of-way, easements, parks, corporation, township location of wooded areas, natural water courses, and other significant topographic and natural features within the adjacent to the plat.
E. The location, width, name and approximate grade of proposed streets, lots, easements or other right-of-way. The location and width of sidewalks and storm drainage easements and the location and size of existing utility mains.
F. The approximate lot dimensions and lot numbers, the number of residential buildings and proposed dwelling units.
G. The results of the soil survey pertaining to the plat are including solid permeability data.
H. Information with respect to high water elevations in the vicinity of streams and the elevation of the maximum ground water table in cases where it is less than ten (10) feet from ground surface.
I. The contour and topographic conditions as follows: Where land slope is greater than fifteen (15%) percent, contours shall be shown at five (5) foot intervals. Where the land slope is between two (2%) percent and fifteen (15%) percent, contours shall be shown at two (2) foot intervals. Where the land slope is less than two (2%) percent, contours shall be shown at one (1) foot intervals. Elevations shall be based on sea-level datum as determined by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey.
J. The zoning classifications, lot size and area requirements and the minimum building setback lines.
K. A statement with respect to the proposed use of lots, stating type of residential buildings with number of proposed dwelling units so as to reveal the effect of the development on traffic, fire hazards, and possible congestion of population with respect to protective covenants and deed restrictions.
L. Proposed sites that are to be dedicated or reserved for parks, playgrounds, schools or other public uses or open spaces.
M. The north arrow with a statement to the basis of the reference direction used, date and graphic scale shall be shown.
N. A street tree or other planted area plan, if approved by the developer.
O. If any zoning changes are contemplated by the subdivider, the proposed zoning shall be outlined.
P. If sewage disposal other than a tie into an existing Municipal Treatment Plant is proposed, the subdivider shall furnish a letter from the County Board of Health stating what type of sewage disposal will be approved. A central sewage treatment plant and a central water system shall be constructed by the subdivider when deemed necessary by the Commission and the appropriate Health Officer. If a central plant is not to be used, a proposal shall be included discussing the method and cost for the incorporation of said system into the general municipal or county system.
(2) Commercial and Industrial Requirements. The following items shall be shown on a preliminary plat of a subdivision intended for commercial or industrial use:
A. All of the items required by subsection (c)(1), if applicable.
B. A statement indicating the number of buildings and the type of operation proposed in each building and on the premises.
C. A preliminary site plan including proposed major features including a preliminary grading plan.
(Ord. 2001-13. Passed 3-21-01.)