Section 151.19.006 Minor Subdivisions

A minor subdivision may be accomplished with less documentation and it provides a more streamlined process than required for subdivisions.

A.   Applicability. A subdivision meeting the following criteria shall be considered a minor subdivision:

   1.   The number of proposed lots is ten or less;

   2.   All streets forming the boundary of the subdivision are fully improved, except for sidewalks that may be improved as part of the project;

   3.   All utility services are available at the subdivision site boundary;

   4.   The property is not located within a 100-year regulatory floodplain area or erosion hazard setback;

B.   Review, Approval, and Recordation

   1.   Pre-Application Meeting. A pre-application meeting is required prior to the formal submittal of the minor subdivision application. The pre-application meeting provides an opportunity for the City and the applicant to review and exchange information regarding a proposed minor subdivision prior to the preparation and formal submittal of a subdivision plat application.

   2.   Application.

      a.   The applicant shall submit a minor subdivision application and supplemental documents as stated in the minor subdivision application.

      b.   Applications shall be filed and processed in accordance with the review, approval, and recordation procedures set forth in Section 151.19.004(C) Final Plat Stage.

   3.   Improvement Security.

      a.   All required public improvements shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the latest revision of the Uniform Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction and the Uniform Standard Details for Public Works Construction as compiled by the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), and the City of Sierra Vista Public Works Engineering Design Standards and Drawings, as modified and adopted by the Council. Other standards pertaining to any required improvements shall be approved by the City.

      b.   All required public improvements shall be completed and accepted prior to the issuance of certificates of occupancy. However, should the improvements not be completed and accepted prior to the issuance of certificates of occupancy, then the improvement security requirements and procedures as stated in Section 151.19.005, Improvement Security shall be followed.

(Res. 2020-010, passed 2-13-20; Am. Ord. 2020-003, passed 4-9-20)