Pursuant to the authority contained in M.S. § 462.358, as it may be amended from time to time, this chapter is adopted for the following purposes:
(A) Assure that new additions will harmonize with overall development objectives of the community;
(B) Encourage well-planned subdivisions by establishing optimum development standards;
(C) Secure the rights of the general public with respect to public land and water;
(D) Improve land records by establishing standards for surveys and plats;
(E) Place the cost of improvements against those benefitting therefrom;
(F) Assure that public improvements such as streets, utilities and drainage are constructed to satisfactory standards; and
(G) Provide common grounds of understanding between prospective subdividers and municipal officials.
(Ord. 78-1, passed - -; Am. Ord. 00-02, passed 6-13-00)