In accordance with the provisions of ORS chapters 92 and 215, this title sets forth the minimum standards governing the approval of land development, including subdivisions and partitions, within Malheur County as necessary to carry out the county's comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance 1 and to promote the public health, safety and general welfare. The purposes of these provisions and regulations are to:
A. Encourage well planned subdivision and partition development so that good livable neighborhoods with all needed facilities and amenities may be provided.
B. Encourage development in harmony with the natural environment and within the carrying capacities of natural resources.
C. Safeguard the interests of the public, the applicant and the future lot owner.
D. Improve land records and boundary monuments.
E. Ensure equitable processing of subdivision plats and partitioning plans.
F. Provide for orderly and efficient development, and to coordinate development with public facility and service plans and capabilities.
No person may subdivide or partition land within the county of Malheur except in accordance with ORS chapters 92 and 215, and the provisions of this title and title 6 of this code. (Ord. 25, 3-2-1983; amd. 1989 Code)
Notes
| 1 | 1. See title 6 of this code. |