§ 50-557. Requirements for preliminary plats.

Every preliminary plat of a subdivision offered for consideration shall conform to the following:

(1)

It shall be well made copies of a neat, legible, reproducible original prepared in a workmanlike manner.

(2)

The size of each sheet shall be 24 inches by 36 inches and shall be drawn with a marginal line completely around each sheet and placed so as to leave at least a one-half-inch margin on each of three sides and a three-inch margin on the left side of the sheet for binding purposes.

(3)

When more than one sheet must be used to accurately portray the lands subdivided, each sheet must show the particular number of that sheet and the total number of sheets included (i.e., sheet two of four sheets), as well as clearly labeled matchlines to show where other sheets match or join. Also, a master map shall be provided on the first sheet showing the relation of subsequent sheets together with all matchlines and sheet numbers.

(4)

The scale used shall be sufficient size to show all detail and shall be both stated and graphically illustrated by a graphic scale drawn on every sheet showing any portion of the land subdivided.

(5)

The name of the preliminary plat shall be shown in bold legible lettering on each sheet included.

(6)

A prominent north arrow shall be drawn on every sheet included showing any portion of the lands subdivided.

(7)

Each preliminary plat shall show the section, township, and range as applicable, or if in a land grant, it shall so state.

(8)

Each preliminary plat shall show a location map drawn to a scale no similar than one-half inch to one mile showing the relation of the plat to the surrounding area.

(9)

Each preliminary plat shall show proposed location, width and names of all streets, waterways, or other rights-of-way, as applicable.

(10)

Each preliminary plat shall show proposed location and width of easements and their intended use shall be clearly stated.

(11)

All contiguous properties shall be identified by subdivision title, plat book, and page, or if unplatted, shall be so designated, with the owner's names.

(12)

All contiguous features such as roads, lots, easements, etc., shall be shown by broken lines, dashed lines, etc., beyond the boundaries of the property within the plat as required to clearly illustrate the particular of contiguous properties.

(13)

All lots shall be numbered either by progressive numbers or, if in blocks progressively numbered or lettered, except that blocks in numbered additions shall be numbered consecutively throughout the several additions.

(14)

Sufficient distances, dimensions, angles, etc., shall be shown to clearly indicate the widths of rights-of-way, easements, building setback lines, lot size, and other such information to ensure compliance with county ordinances and regulations.

(15)

Park and recreation parcels as applicable shall be so designated. (See subsection 50-302(f) for the level of service standards.)

(16)

All interior excepted parcels shall be clearly indicated and labeled "Not a Part of This Plat."

(17)

The purpose of all areas dedicated must be clearly indicated or stated on that plat.

(18)

All floodprone areas will be shown, and shall comply with [section] 50-582 and article VI of this chapter.

(19)

Any subdivision in excess of five acres in size and located within a six-mile radius of the cities of Chiefland and Williston will identify and preserve sinkhole locations.

(20)

Article VII of this chapter requires the dedication of 100 acres of open space per 1,000 persons in policy 1.06. As a part of this dedication, on-site native vegetative communities will be protected. A minimum of one acre of upland will be preserved for each ten acres of wetland dedication.

(21)

Those portions of a subdivision which adjoin any public lands or natural reservations will provide a buffer zone to protect such lands.

(22)

Either as a part of the plat, in separate narrative or in combination, the applicant will document methods used to enhance the ability of native wildlife populations to coexist with the proposed development, and to ensure that an adequate amount of land is available to support a viable population of plant and animal species, including endangered and threatened species.

(23)

Ten acres of public park, which will include two acres of public neighborhood park, will be provided for each 1,000 residents. As defined herein, "residents" will be computed by multiplying the total number of dwelling units allowed within the subdivision, based upon zoning, multiplied times 2.5 persons per dwelling unit. Example: Eighty lot subdivision X 2.5 persons per dwelling unit = 200 persons, requires 200/1,000 × Ten Acres = Two Acres of public park.

(1991 LDR ch. 71, § 6.02; Ord. No. 2012-04 , § 4, 10-16-2012)