This chapter is enacted in accordance with Ohio R.C. Chapter 711 for the purpose of protecting the public health, safety, and general welfare; regulating the development of subdivided areas; promoting the proper arrangement of streets and layout of lots; providing for adequate and convenient open space, utilities, recreation, and access to service and emergency vehicles; providing for adequate provision of water, drainage, sewer, and other sanitary facilities; providing for the administration of these regulations and defining the powers and duties of the administrative officers; and prescribing penalties for the violation of the provisions of this chapter or amendment thereto. (Ord. 74-46. Passed 9-13-76.)