(a) Application. If the proposed subdivision is not classified as a minor subdivision, a notation to that effect shall be made on the sketch which shall be returned to the developer; and he shall prepare and submit at least seven working days prior to a regular meeting of the Planning Commission, three copies of a preliminary plan of the subdivision, supplementary maps and data and written application for approval.
(b) Other Public Agencies. When the proposed subdivision is located in an area not served by public water supply or sanitary system, the Commission shall transmit one copy of the maps and data accompanying the application to the Board of Health or other agency having jurisdiction, for determination whether methods for disposal of sewage are adequate and will not create a nuisance or pollution of the water supply. When the proposed subdivision is located in adjoining unincorporated area within the three-mile jurisdiction, one copy of the maps and data accompanying the application shall be submitted to the zoning commission of that township or the regional or county planning commission.
(c) Planning Commission Action. The Commission shall, within thirty days after the meeting at which such proposal was first presented, or within such further time as the applicant may agree to, act upon the preliminary plan. If the Commission acts favorably, the secretary shall affix his signature to two copies of the plan with a notation that it has received preliminary approval and return one copy to the developer and the other copy shall be retained. If the Commission acts unfavorably, they shall state in writing the conditions that must be complied with before approval is given.
(d) Subdivision Shall Be in the Public Interest. The preliminary plan of a subdivision shall not be approved unless:
(1) All the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, these Subdivision Regulations and other codes of the City are complied with; and
(2) There is a need for additional subdivision of land; and
(3) The land is suitable for the various purposes intended; and
(4) The subdivision can be adequately and economically served with public facilities and services suitable in the circumstances; and
(5) All land intended for building sites can be used safely and without endangering the health of the residents by peril from floods, erosion, continuously high water table or other menace.
(e) Effect of Approval of Preliminary Plan. Preliminary approval shall confer upon the developer the following rights for a two-year period from the date of approval:
(1) That the general layout, the arrangement of streets, lots and other planned features are approved and the plan is to serve as a guide for the preparation of the subsequent final plat of the subdivision.
(2) That the general terms and conditions under which the preliminary approval was granted will not be changed.
(3) That such developer may submit, on or before the expiration date, the whole or part or parts of such subdivision for final approval and recording. (Ord. 1961-3. Passed 7-31-61.)