[Amended 2-27-2017 by Ord. No. 11-2017; and 3-22-2021 by Ord. No. 22-2021]
A. Before preparing the sketch plan for a subdivision, the applicant should discuss with the Planning Division of the Community Development Department the procedure for adoption of a subdivision plan and the requirements for the general layout of streets and for reservations of land, street improvements, drainage, sewerage, fire protection and similar matters, as well as the availability of existing services. The Planning Division of the Community Development Department shall also advise the applicant, where appropriate, to discuss the proposed subdivision with those officials who shall eventually approve aspects of the subdivision plan coming within their jurisdiction.
B. Following such discussions, subdividers are urged to prepare subdivision sketch plans for review with the Planning Commission or its duly authorized representatives. Such plans, if submitted for review, shall include at least those items listed in Part 4 and shall conform to the other requirements hereafter specified.
C. The Sketch Plan Application shall be submitted to the City of Reading and shall include: four (4) hard copies and one electronic copy of the plan in PDF format, or such number and format as the City may require; the application form; and filing fee. The Sketch Plan shall be considered as an informal submission for discussion between the applicant, the Planning Commission, and City staff.
D. Submission of a Sketch Plan involving subdivisions, re-subdivisions, developments and/or land developments, as defined herein, shall not be considered as an official submission of a plan to the Planning Commission.
E. Based on the information shown on such sketch plan, the Planning Commission or its duly authorized representatives shall, as promptly as possible, advise the subdivider of the extent to which the proposed subdivision conforms to the applicable requirements of this chapter, classify the subdivision in accordance with this section, and discuss plan modifications which are deemed advisable or necessary to secure conformance with this chapter.