It is the purpose of these subdivision regulations to promote and protect the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the people of Tipp City through the establishment of minimum regulations governing the subdivision of land, installation of public improvements, and dedication of public lands. Furthermore, the intent of these regulations is:
(1) To implement the Tipp City Comprehensive Plan, the Thoroughfare Plan for the City of Tipp City, and other plans of the city;
(2) To encourage and facilitate orderly, efficient, and appropriate growth and development;
(3) To establish standards for the proper arrangement of streets and lots in relation to existing or planned streets to minimize traffic congestion and prevent traffic hazards;
(4) To encourage the wise use and management of land and natural resources throughout the city in order to preserve the integrity, stability, and natural beauty of the community;
(5) To ensure that adequate public improvements, facilities and services are available concurrent with development;
(6) To require subdividers to furnish land, install public improvements, pay fees, and establish measures to mitigate development impacts and ensure that development provides its fair share of capital facilities;
(7) To provide for convenient open spaces, parks, and other public lands to serve the city's population;
(8) To provide for adequate circulation for vehicular traffic, bicyclists, and pedestrians; and
(9) To establish uniform procedures for the surveying of land, preparation and recordation of subdivision plats, and the equitable handling of all subdivision plats.
(Ord. 5-14, passed 3-17-2014)