(A) The standards set forth in these regulations control the development of land within the jurisdiction of the town.
(1) The purpose of these regulations is to insure provision of adequate light, air, open spaces, drainage, streets and public utilities.
(2) The aim is to develop and maintain a healthy, attractive and efficiently built environment that enhances the quality of life and sustains the natural environment.
(B) (1) The 2002 comprehensive plan and the Ellettsville Area Rural Community Plan adopted by the town both have a vision of quality development efficiently planned with amenities to increase investment value.
(2) The subdivision regulations must implement the quality development policies found in the comprehensive plan and the Ellettsville Area Rural Community Plan.
(C) (1) New residential growth must develop within the context of the existing neighborhoods.
(2) This will add value both within the neighborhoods and to the towns regional area as well.
(D) (1) Zoning regulation must serve the general welfare of the entire community.
(2) Careful attention to process, public notice and record keeping is required.
(E) Technical as well as administrative early review of each case must be thorough and professional, with written minutes or reports submitted from each meeting.
(1) The idea is to take time on the front end of the process so that subdivision requirements are clear and the case is well prepared for each hearing.
(2) Adding certainty and efficiency, while gaining quality assurance, is the aim of this chapter.
(F) (1) Following state guidelines, the primary plat will be conducted as a public hearing.
(2) The secondary plat will be approved, subject to the petitioner strictly following the subdivision regulations and financially securing the cost of the infrastructure.
(G) Most smaller divisions of land will be approved at the same meeting for both primary and secondary plats.
(H) (1) As a subdivision is being built, a strict compliance with submitted plans and commitments will be mandated.
(2) A follow up by the Director of Planning Services will be required and a written report will be submitted to the Plan Commission every six months during the build out.
(Ord. 03-27, 851, passed 12-22-2003)