Any time that an original tract of land, a lot of a recorded plat, or any other parcel of land is divided or partitioned into not more than two (2) lots, parcels or sites for the purpose of transfer of ownership or development, the following application process and procedures shall be followed:
A. Application: An application for lot split on a form provided by the administrative authority shall be made and shall contain, at a minimum, the following information:
1. Name, address, telephone number of the applicant.
2. Legal description of property and proof of ownership or agency.
3. Description of existing use.
4. Zoning district. The resultant lots must meet the requirements of the zoning ordinance.
5. Description of the resultant lots and a record of survey, when required, submitted by a professional surveyor.
6. Description of proposed use. Resulting lots must be developed to city standards.
7. Documentation of the permission of the owner of the parcel to be split.
B. Procedure: Prior to approving an application under this section, the city council shall make the following findings:
1. The minimum requirements under this code for acreage, density, lot area and setback have been complied with;
2. The proposed lot split is in conformity with the comprehensive plan; and
3. The proposed lot split is in the public interest and will not adversely impact adjoining property interests.
C. Notice: Within fifteen (15) days after a decision has been rendered, the council shall provide the applicant with written notice of the action on the request.
D. Ineligible Parcels: Parcels which have already been divided without going through the subdivision process are not eligible for lot splits and must go through the subdivision process. (Ord. 98-4, 10-12-1998)