(A) Generally. The developer may submit a pre-application to enable the Commission to review and comment on the proposed subdivision. This process is to acquaint a developer with application procedures and help identify problem areas, but no indication of approval of the proposed subdivisions project shall be given or implied. The pre-application shall be submitted to the Commission at its meeting. The pre-application shall include at least one copy of a sketch plan. The sketch plan shall include the entire developmental scheme of the proposed subdivision, in schematic form, and the following:
(1) The general layout and approximate dimensions of streets, blocks, and lots in sketch form;
(2) The existing conditions and characteristics of the land on and adjacent to the proposed subdivision site; and
(3) The areas set aside for schools, parks, and other public facilities.
(B) Fee. None required.
(C) Commission action. The Commission shall notify the developer within 35 days from the date of receiving an acceptable pre-application as to the general conformance or nonconformance of the proposal within this chapter, and shall consider the following:
(1) Compliance of the proposed development with existing local or state policies;
(2) Consideration of any unique features or hazardous concerns that may be directly or indirectly associated with the subject property, such as areas of floodplain, airport flight pattern, steep slopes, and the like; and
(3) Consideration of local and state agencies that the developer should contact before preparing a preliminary plat.
(Ord. 95-3, passed 9-25-1995)