In order for a land division to be considered as an exempt division, the applicant must show that it meets the definitional criteria (see the definition of "subdivision" in § 153.025) and the following three critical requirements:
(A) Adequate lot frontage. Adequate lot frontage as required for the zoning classification on a dedicated, improved, public road at least 18 feet wide and at least gravel (this does not include private roads, easements of access or unimproved roads).
(B) Approved soil type. Approved soil type for septic system installation.
(C) Conformance with the Lake County subdivision ordinance regulations. If the staff determines that the division of land meets the definitional criteria and the three critical requirements of exempt divisions, then they shall issue to the subdivider a statement of compliance which indicates adherence to the applicable provisions of this chapter. Both the subdivider and the staff shall hold copies of the statement of compliance. When the parcel so exempted by this statement is conveyed to another party, the copy of the instrument of the conveyance shall be recorded with the County Recorder bearing a stamp of approval signed by the Director indicating that the statement has been obtained as ascertained by the copies of the statement which have been held for this purpose.
(Prior Code, § 153.039) (Ord. 1670, passed 6-11-1996)