The purpose of this subchapter is to implement the objectives in divisions (A) through (E) below:
(A) Provide rules, regulations and standards governing the approval of subdivisions, partitions and property line adjustments as follows:
(1) Subdivisions are the creation of four or more lots from one parent lot, parcel or tract, within one calendar year;
(2) Partitions are the creation of three or fewer lots from one parent lot, parcel or tract within one calendar year; and
(3) Property line adjustments are modifications to lot lines or parcel boundaries that do not result in the creation of new lots (includes consolidation of lots).
(B) Carry out the city’s development pattern, as envisioned by the city’s comprehensive plan;
(C) Encourage efficient use of land resources and public services and provide transportation options;
(D) Promote the public health, safety and general welfare through orderly and efficient urbanization; and
(E) Provide adequate light and air, prevent overcrowding of land and provide for adequate transportation, water supply, sewage, fire protection, pollution control, surface water management and protection against natural hazards.
(Ord. 1267, passed 1-3-2012)