15-1-5: ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS RESTRICTED:
   A.   Where a subdivision is required, the city shall not issue a building permit for construction on any lot, parcel or tract unless and until:
      1.   A final subdivision plat has been approved and recorded; and
      2.   The city approves subdivision erosion control measures in accordance with this title; and
      3.   The city accepts the public improvements as specified herein, with the exception of sidewalks and stormwater management facilities, said exceptions being allowed after building construction has commenced as set forth herein.
   B.   If the subdivider desires a building permit prior to installing the improvements, the owner must deposit with the city finance department an escrow equal to the cost of improvements plus ten percent (10%) thereof as specified in subsection 15-2-3C9 of this title.
   C.   No building permit and no certificate of occupancy shall be issued for any division unless such division has been approved as set forth in this title. (Ord. 08-4313, 8-26-2008)