2.1 Policy A - Minor subdivisions in compliance with all requirements

2.1.1 Purpose.   

This policy is to address minor subdivision applications that result in new lots that are in compliance with all applicable requirements of the Subdivision Regulations and the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance.

2.1.2 Eligible applications.   

Policy A shall be used for minor subdivision applications that satisfy all of the following:

• The subdivision is proposed to:
  • shift lot boundaries or change lot designations without changing the number of lots; or
  • consolidate existing lots into a lesser number of new lots; or
  • divide existing lots into five or fewer new lots.
• The parcel to be subdivided is two acres in size or less and formed by ten or fewer lots; and
• The subdivision does not create any new streets (public or private) or public improvement.

2.1.3 Review criteria.   

In general, Policy A subdivisions require consideration by the City Planning Commission.  The exception is that the Executive Director is empowered to administratively approve subdivisions under Policy A when all of the following criteria are met:

• The proposal is compliant with all applicable requirements of the Subdivision Regulations and the Land Use Element of the Master Plan.
• The proposal conforms to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. Existing non-compliant conditions may be retained or brought closer into compliance.
• In instances where the Executive Director concludes that the criteria are not met or finds consideration by the City Planning Commission to otherwise be justified, the Executive Director may elect not to grant administrative approval.

2.1.4 Authority to grant variances of zoning requirements.   

For subdivisions considered under Policy A, variances of zoning requirements contained in the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance may only be granted by the Board of Zoning Adjustments. No subdivision reviewed under Policy A shall be granted final approval unless and until all required variances have been granted.