§ 62-1. Purpose.

The purpose of the subdivision and development regulations codified in this chapter is to ensure that the subdivision of land, which is the initial step in urbanization, will be in the public interest and for general welfare. Since the allocation and arrangement of parcels of land for both private uses and public uses helps to influence the health, safety, economy, livability and amenities of an area, this chapter is intended to:

(1)

Provide for the harmonious and orderly development of the city by making provisions for adequate open space, traffic, recreation, drainage, utilities, light and air, and other public needs;

(2)

Contribute to conditions conducive to health, safety, aesthetics, convenience, prosperity and efficiency; and

(3)

Provide for the conservation and protection of human and natural resources. This chapter is designed, intended, and shall be administered in a manner:

a.

To ensure that the development of the city shall confirm substantially with the comprehensive plan of the city, the zoning ordinance enacted in accordance with such plan and adopted major street plan.

b.

To provide for the conservation of existing neighborhoods, to encourage the concept of neighborhood planning in new developments and to prevent the development of slums and blight areas.

c.

To coordinate the development of each parcel of land with the existing community, and to facilitate the proper development of adjoining land.

d.

To encourage the best possible use of each parcel of land through the application of urban design principles.

e.

To provide adequate and accurate records of all land subdivisions.

f.

To provide that the cost of improvements which benefit primarily the tract of land being developed be borne primarily by the owners or developers of the tract, and that the cost of improvements which benefit primarily the whole community be shared by the developer and the community.

g.

To ensure that each subdivision lot provides a building site safe from damage by the 100-year flood where the 100-year flood line has been designed.

(Ord. No. 896, § 1, 8-3-1981)