The purpose of this section is to prescribe a process for the division of parcels into two (2) lots, known as lot splits, when a formal subdivision is not required. Such divisions shall be reviewed administratively, as follows:
A. Applications shall be submitted by the owner on a form as established by the Administrative Officer and shall be accompanied by the following:
1. In the case of a lot split of a parcel or lot with structural improvements, a boundary survey including all the information required by chapter 354 of the Code of Iowa.
2. Legal descriptions of the new parcels resulting from the lot split.
3. The location of all buildings, utility easements and access (proposed or existing) for all parcels involved, including adjoining property.
4. A draft copy of the deed to be recorded with the boundary surveyor site plan, showing the appropriate conveyance to complete the lot split.
B. The Administrative Officer shall approve or deny the lot split based upon the boundary survey or site plan and other relevant information. No lot split shall be approved unless it meets the following criteria:
1. The resulting parcels meet the minimum lot size required for the zoning district in which they are located.
2. Structures on the resulting lots will meet the required setbacks and other bulk standards for the zoning districts in which they are located.
3. Both parcels have access to an adjoining public roadway by actual road frontage or easement.
4. Neither this process nor any former lot split process has previously been used to sever a lot from the parent tract.
C. If the Administrative Officer finds that the proposed lot split does not comply with all requirements defined in this section, the lot split shall be denied. Such denial shall be issued in writing and shall state how the proposed boundary line adjustment does not conform to all adopted codes and standards. Decisions of denial may be appealed to the Zoning Board of Adjustment pursuant to title 12, chapter 5 of this Code. (Ord. 15-3, 6-2-2015)