CHAPTER 14
SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS

ARTICLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS

SECTION:

10-14A-1: Purpose

10-14A-2: Authority

10-14A-3: Application To Types Of Subdividing

10-14A-4: Definitions

10-14A-5: Procedure For Subdivision, Generally

10-14A-1: PURPOSE:

   A.   The subdivision of land is the first step in the process of urban development. The arrangement of land parcels in the community for residential, commercial and industrial uses and for streets, alleys, schools, parks and other public purposes, will determine to a large degree the conditions of health, safety, economy and amenity that prevail in the urban area. The quality of these conditions is of public interest. These regulations and standards for the subdivision and improvement of land for urban use are to make provision for adequate light, air, open spaces, drainage, transportation, public utilities and other needs, to ensure the development and maintenance of a healthy, attractive and efficient community that provides for the conservation and protection of its human and natural resources.

   B.   These regulations are designed, intended and should be administered in a manner to:

      1.   Implement the general plan;

      2.   Provide neighborhood conservation and prevent the development of slums and blight;

      3.   Harmoniously relate the development of the various tracts of land to the existing community and facilitate the future development of adjoining tracts;

      4.   Provide that the cost of improvements which primarily benefit the tract of land being developed be borne by the owners or developers of the tract, and that the cost of improvements which primarily benefit the whole community to be borne by the community;

      5.   Provide the best possible design for the tract;

      6.   Reconcile any differences of interest; and

      7.   Establish adequate and accurate records of land subdivision. (1989 Code § 12-401)

10-14A-2: AUTHORITY:

These subdivision regulations and minimum standards for land development are adopted by ordinance passed by the city council under the authority granted by 11 Oklahoma Statutes sections 45-101 through 45-104. (1989 Code § 12-402)