The first step in the subdivision process is the filing of a tentative plat. It is suggested, however, that even prior to this, the subdivider should make contact with the planning commission, as to the elements and features of the master plan proposals for the area, specific engineering requirements and other factors, which may influence the design and development of the area in question. (Ord. 63, 12-8-1971)
(A) The subdivider shall file with the planning commission five (5) prints of any proposed new tentative plat at least ten (10) days prior to a regular meeting date of that commission. These shall be distributed as follows: one to the county engineer, one to the state health department, one to the local power company, and two (2) on file at the office of the planning commission. They shall be submitted on durable paper approximately twenty four inches by thirty two inches (24" x 32") in size and drawn to a scale of sufficient size to allow the showing of all details of the plan and required data clearly. Any number of sheets may be used, providing each sheet specifies the total number of sheets and the number of the particular sheet. If the tract is a portion of a larger area which may be subdivided later, the tentative map shall indicate the ultimate plan for the whole area. With each such tentative plat, the subdivider shall also file a copy of deed restrictions, if any apply.
A certificate of title showing all title interests prepared by a title company authorized by the state of Nevada, or by an abstractor duly commissioned by the state of Nevada, shall be filed with the tentative map.
(B) The planning commission shall consider all such evidence as presented by the subdivider, and shall make such findings relative to the tentative map as are not inconsistent with the laws of the state or with this title, transmitting such findings as a recommendation to the city council within thirty (30) days. The planning commission shall disapprove or conditionally approve every tentative map if the map does not disclose full compliance with the provisions of this code, or with the laws of the state of Nevada.
(C) In the event that a subdivider shall be dissatisfied with the report of the planning commission, he may appeal the action before the city council within fifteen (15) days from the notice received from that commission. The city council shall hear such appeal within ten (10) days, and make such determinations as are not inconsistent with the statutes of the state of Nevada and with this title.
(D) Approval and recommendation by the planning commission of a tentative plan shall impose no obligation on the part of the city council to approve the final map, or to accept any public dedication for streets or ways shown thereon.
(E) Time limits as set forth herein may be extended by mutual consent of all parties concerned, however, if no action as specified is taken within the time limit set forth, the tentative plat, as filed, shall be deemed to be approved. (Ord. 63, 12-8-1971)
Filing fees as set forth by resolution shall be due and payable to the clerk of the city, to be deposited in the general fund, as prerequisite to the filing of a tentative plat prior to any official consideration thereof for the following:
Subdivision of twenty five (25) lots or less.
Subdivision of more than twenty five (25) lots.
No part of the filing fee will be refunded in the event that the tentative plan is not approved, or if for any other cause approval is not given. (Ord. 233, 11-10-2010)
Every tentative plat, or application, accompanying same shall show the following data and contain information hereinafter set forth:
(A) Subdivision designation suitable to the planning commission and the city engineer.
(B) Name and address of the subdivider.
(C) Name and address of the surveyor or engineer, who prepared the map, together with serial number issued by the state for his registration.
(D) A legal description sufficient to define the boundaries of the subdivision, and evidence of ownership of the property to be divided.
(E) The location, names and widths of all adjoining streets.
(F) The width or right of way, proposed name and approximate grade of each street, alley or way within the proposed subdivision and approximate radius of all curves.
(G) The width and approximate location of all existing or proposed easements (public or private) for roads, drainage, sewers, irrigation or public utility purposes, and dedication for parks, recreation areas, schools or other public purposes, if any.
(H) If other subdivisions adjoin, that portion thereof which so adjoins showing the streets, zoning, use and ownership thereon with relation to the street in the proposed subdivision.
(I) The number of, size and proposed use of lots, zoning of the area and the location, size and proposed use of the public area, if any. If the proposal is over forty (40) acres in size, produce correspondence indicating having complied with the requirements of the Nevada statutes chapter 116.020, regarding offer to dedicate possible school site with final decision to the school board.
(J) Source of water supply and proposed method of sewage disposal with certified approval of the state sanitary engineer.
(K) All blocks shall be numbered or lettered consecutively. Lot numbers shall be consecutive within each block or totaled. The dimensions of each lot shall show, and each lot shall have an area not less than five thousand (5,000) square feet required by the other regulations of the city.
(L) If any portion of the land proposed for subdivision is subject to inundation, storm flow conditions, geological hazard or other hazards, the land so affected shall be clearly marked on the map by a prominent note on each sheet, and the nature of the hazard clearly explained.
(M) Contours at five foot (5') intervals when the slope is in excess of ten percent (10%) and two foot (2') intervals when the slope is below ten percent (10%), when in the opinion of the engineer and the planning commission, topography is a major factor in the subdivision design.
(N) Date, north point, scale and number of sheets.
(O) The location and outline to scale of each existing building and structure, which is not to be moved in the development.
(P) The setback distance, or that distance between the right of way for the street and the nearest part of the proposed structure to that right of way.
(Q) The location and nature of any physical, natural or geologic feature, that will be used to enhance the environment in the subdivision. Such features shall be clearly indicated on the map with suitable explanation, as to the nature and the use of such feature. (Ord. 63, 12-8-1971)