Subdivision planning, review approval and acceptance shall proceed through the following sequential phases:
A. Informal discussion phase, preapplication conference (Section 16.12.040);
B. Area general plan, if applicable (Chapter 16.16);
C. Preliminary plat review and approval phase (Section 16.20.010);
D. Final plat review and approval phase (Section 16.24.010);
E. Final engineering plans and approval phase (Section 16.24.070);
F. Recording phase (Section 16.24.070);
G. Construction (Section 16.32.040);
H. Acceptance of public improvements by the city council (Section 16.32.050).
(Ord. 81-10 § 2.2, 1980).