For the purpose and development of the Village and for the promotion of the public health and safety, comfort, morals and welfare of the persons living within the area governed by the Village, the provisions and regulations herein contained shall apply to and govern the subdivision and platting of lands lying within the corporate limits of the Village and shall also govern the subdivision and platting of lands lying within contiguous territory not more than one and one-half (11/2) miles beyond the corporate limits of the Village. (Ord. 91-6, 10-7-1991)