The plat review process shall consist of the following steps (the process is also outlined graphically in Appendix A attached to Ord. passed 3-18-1997):
(A) Optional sketch plan review, involving Planning Commission review, but no formal action. The purpose of sketch plan review is to provide the proprietor with information needed to complete the plat, to explain applicable standards and regulations, and to acquaint the township with the proposed plat. Comments made during sketch plan review about the proposed plat shall not be binding on the township or the developer (see § 155.24);
(B) Tentative preliminary plat review involving review and action to recommend approval or denial of the plat by the Planning Commission within 60 days from the date of filing, followed by review and action to approve or deny the plat by the Township Board within 90 days from the date of filing (see § 155.25);
(C) Final preliminary plat review involving review by outside agencies (state and Ingham County agencies) prior to action by the Township Board. The Township Board shall approve or deny the final preliminary plat within 20 days from the date of filing (see § 155.26); and
(D) Final plat review, involving review and action to approve or deny the plat by the Township Board within 20 days of the date of filing (see § 155.28).
(Ord. passed 3-18-1997)