(a) Pre-application Conference. Prior to proceeding with the Preliminary Plat procedures or with steps to acquire land or subdivide, the landowner should become familiar with these Regulations and may, if he so desires, consult with the Staff concerning the following factors:
(1) The suitability of the site for development;
(2) The accessibility of the site;
(3) The availability of public facilities (parks, public water, sanitary sewers, and storm sewers, etc.) and public services (police, fire, refuse disposal, schools, etc.);
(4) The effect of the project on any contemplated municipal or inter-municipal projects or improvements, as well as the City's Comprehensive Plan;
(5) Requirements of the Zoning Code;
(6) Methods to control soil erosion and sedimentation and manage storm water runoff; and
(7) Precautionary measures to preserve or protect historic and natural features.
In order to make the most of opportunities related to the proposed subdivision, the landowner should also consult with the Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District, utility companies and other relevant public officials or agencies prior to the preparation of the Preliminary Plat. Submission of a Sketch Plan or any pre-application materials shall not constitute a formal submission of a Preliminary or Final Subdivision Plat.
(b) Sketch Plan Submission. It is suggested that prior to the pre-application conference, the landowner prepare a Sketch Plan of the proposed subdivision. Such a Sketch Plan may indicate as follows:
(1) Proposed name of the subdivision;
(2) Name and address of the owners of the property;
(3) Northpoint, scale and date;
(4) Tract boundaries including distances;
(5) The approximate location of watercourses, springs, ponds, sinkholes, tree masses, rock outcrops, existing buildings, existing public water lines, existing sanitary sewer lines, storm water inlets, utility easements, fire hydrants, railroads, and existing streets;
(6) Topography of the site as may be available. Such topography may be obtained from U.S.G.S. Topographic Mapping, 7.5 Minute Series; and
(7) Proposed layout of streets, lots, buildings, public water and sanitary sewer lines, utility lines, soil erosion and storm water management control measures and other features.