CHAPTER 7
SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS

General Provisions For Subdivisions   I

Procedure And Requirements   II

Required Land Improvements   III

Design Standards   IV

Administration And Enforcement   V

Dedication Of Public Use Areas, School And

Park Sites (Rep. by Ord. 92-15, 11-19-1992)   VI

Annexation   VII

ARTICLE I GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR SUBDIVISIONS

SECTION:

7-1-1: Purpose

7-1-2: Jurisdiction

7-1-3: General Regulations

7-1-4: Definitions

7-1-1: PURPOSE:

The subdivision regulations of this Chapter 7 are adopted for the following purposes:

   A.   To promote the public health, safety, and general welfare; to conserve, protect and enhance property and property values; to secure the most efficient use of land; and to facilitate the adequate but economical provision of public improvements.

   B.   To provide for orderly growth and development; to afford adequate facilities for the safe and efficient means for traffic circulation of its population; and to safeguard the public against flood damage.

   C.   To prescribe reasonable rules and regulations governing the subdivision and platting of land; the preparation of plats; the location, width and course of streets and highways; the installation of utilities, street pavements, and other essential improvements; and the provision of necessary public grounds for schools, parks, playgrounds, and other public open spaces.

   D.   To establish procedures for the submission, approval, and recording of plats; and to provide the means for enforcement of this Chapter and penalties for violations. (1985 Code)

7-1-2: JURISDICTION:

The regulations set forth in this Chapter 7 shall be applicable to all subdivisions and resubdivisions of unimproved land and areas subject to redevelopment within the corporate limits of the Village of Hampshire and all contiguous unincorporated territory not more than one and one-half (11/2) miles beyond the corporate limits of the Village and not included in any other municipality. (1985 Code)