§ 4-1. Intent and purpose.

(a)

It is hereby declared to be in the best interest of the public to require the review of all development in city prior to the commencement of such development. It is also hereby determined by the city council that the division of land into three or more parcels creates a public need for:

(1)

The review of impacts associated with the proposed development;

(2)

Approval of proposed solutions designed to resolve such development impacts;

(3)

Site planning which is coordinated and consistent with the city comprehensive plan and with existing patterns of development or an existing system of public improvements; and

(4)

Record disclosure of the existence, nature, and dedication or creation of streets, easements, or other areas and facilities proposed to service the development.

(b)

The procedures established in this Land Development Code are deemed to be the minimum procedures necessary to ensure the protection of the public health, safety, and welfare, and shall govern the review of development in city.

(Ord. No. 05-536, § 303.01, 12-20-2005)