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A. A Preliminary Subdivision Plat shall be subject to a Type III review consistent with Section 17.06.039 of this Title.

B. The Planning Commission upon review at a public hearing may recommend a Preliminary Subdivision Plat to the City Council, with or without conditions, if all of the following findings of fact can be made in an affirmative manner:

1. The proposed Preliminary Subdivision is in compliance with the Kettle Falls Comprehensive Plan, any requirements of the NE Tri-County Health District, and any other such plans developed pursuant to law. In addition, if the property in part or total, abuts a state highway, the proposed Preliminary Subdivision is in compliance with any rules of Washington State Department of Transportation.

2. The physical characteristics of the site, including but not limited to topography, soil conditions, or unique natural features such as susceptibility to flooding, wildlife habitat, or wetlands, have been considered in the project design.

3. The proposed Subdivision is in compliance with all applicable standards in the Unified Development Ordinance.

4. The appropriate provisions have been made for dedications, easements, and reservations.

5. The public use and interest will be served by the subdivision.

6. The following facilities are adequate to serve the proposed subdivision before or will be improved concurrent with development of the preliminary plat:

a. public and private streets and roads;

b. water;

c. drainage;

d. sanitary waste collection and treatment;

e. schools and educational services;

f. fire and police service; and

g. pedestrian and bike facilities

7. If phasing is proposed:

a. the phasing plan includes all land within the preliminary plat;

b. each phase is an independent planning unit with safe and convenient circulation and with facilities and utilities coordinated with requirements established for the entire plat; and

c. all road improvements requirements are assured (Ord. 1557, 1998; Ord. 1667, 2007; Ord. 1681, 2008).

C. Upon receipt of the Planning Commission’s recommendation for approval on any preliminary plat, the City Council shall conduct a closed record public hearing based on the record established. If the city council deems a change in the planning commission’s recommendation is necessary, the city council shall adopt its own recommendation and approve or disapprove the preliminary plat. (Ord. 1586, §4, 1998; Ord. 1667, 2007; Ord. 1681, 2008).