In order to carry out the purposes hereinabove stated, it is hereby declared to be the policy of the City to consider the subdivision and/or development of land as subject to the control of the municipality, pursuant to the Master Plan, if any and as adopted or amended from time to time, for the orderly, planned, efficient and economical development of the City and its jurisdiction. This Section shall be administered such that:
(a) Land to be subdivided and/or developed shall be of such nature, shape and location that with proper and careful design and development it can be safely used for building purposes without danger to health or risk of fire, flood, erosion, landslide or other menace to the general welfare.
(b) A Final Plat shall not be recorded until the necessary public utilities and facilities and other required improvements exist or arrangements are made for their provision.
(c) Buildings, lots, blocks and streets shall be arranged so to provide for an attractive and healthful environment and to facilitate fire protection and provide ample access to buildings for emergency equipment.
(d) Land shall be subdivided and developed with due regard to topography and existing vegetation with the object being that the natural beauty of the land shall be preserved to the maximum extent possible.
(e) Existing features which would add value to development or to the City as a whole, such as scenic and special features, both natural and man-made, historic sites, and similar assets shall be preserved in the design of the subdivision whenever possible.
(Ord. 2022-002, passed 4-19-2022)