(a) Final site plans submitted to the Planning Commission shall be based on previously reviewed preliminary plans except where such requirement is waived by the Commission for good cause. Final plans shall be submitted at least ten (10) days prior to the meeting at which said plans will be reviewed by the Commission. A minimum of eight (8) copies shall be submitted. Submission shall include a fee as established by Council.
(b) Prior to approval by the Commission:
(1) Grading and surface drainage provisions and the design and construction standards of all private streets, driveways and parking areas shall be reviewed and approved by the Village Engineer;
(2) Adequacy of fire protection shall be established by review and approval of the Fire Chief; and
(3) The Board of Public Affairs must indicate that the proposed utility arrangements meet their approval and that the utility systems are capable of servicing the proposed development.
(c) The Commission shall act on site plans presented to it within a reasonable time and the interested party shall be advised as to the decision of the Planning Commission by letter and/or legible markings and notes on the plan. Said decision shall be final. Final approval shall be shown by the signature of the Village Mayor on the final plans. Prior to final approval of the site plan, the developer shall post any required bonds and shall present any dedication or easement plats for approval prior to recordation.
(d) Approval of a final site plan by the Planning Commission shall expire twelve (12) months from the date of such approval unless building permits have been obtained for construction in accordance therewith. A single extension, not to exceed six (6) months, may be given by the Commission upon written request by the applicant.
(e) The Planning Commission may attach conditions to the approval as may be reasonably required by the public health, safety and welfare. When reviewing site plan applications, the Commission may seek expert advice or cause special studies to be made. The cost of securing such advice or studies shall be borne by the applicant who shall deposit the estimated cost of same with the Village at the request of the Commission.
(Ord. 98-12. Passed 4-7-98.)