(A) Land subdivision is the first step in the process of community development. Once land has been divided into streets, lots, and blocks and publicly recorded, the correction of defects is costly and difficult. Subdivision of land sooner or later becomes a public responsibility in that roads and streets must be maintained and various public services customary to urban areas must be provided. The welfare of the entire community is thereby affected in many important respects. It is, therefore, to the interest of the public, the developer, and the future owners that subdivisions be conceived, designed, and developed in accordance with sound rules and proper minimum standards.
(B) The major thoroughfare plan and the following standards guiding the Planning Commission are designed to provide for the harmonious development of the area; to secure a coordinated layout and adequate provision for traffic; and also to secure adequate provision for light, air, recreation, transportation, water, drainage, sewer, and other sanitary facilities.
(Ord. 1235, passed 7-16-2002)