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CITY OF PARIS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Appendix C- Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance '1'ext AmenumenLs • compatibility with adjoining subdivisions; • relationship to topographic conditions; • efficiency of the utility layout; and • jeneral suitability of the lot and block design to the intended use of the land. In reviewin; a subdivision plat, there are two distinct sets of interests to be considered: the interests of the property owner or owners, and the City-at-large. Initially the subdivider is the property owner, but eventually lots in the subdivision are likely to be sold to a variety of people. The property owner(s) needs a subdivision design that can be developed easily and economically. This means an efficient street and utility layout, and lots which have the appropriate size, shape and topography to develop and maintain for their intended use. The broader community needs a subdivision design that blends well with the development pattern of the City, and that will not be a financial drain on local government. This means that the subdivider must adhere to appropriate standards for design and construction, and give adequate financial guarantees to ensure that all public improvements are installed. ETHICAL PRINCIPLES AND CODE OF CONDUCT Because the Planning Commission makes recommendations on legislative issues that affect the investment decisions of Paris residents and landowners, it is important that certain ethical principles govern the conduct of the commission's business. These principles should be considered as advisory rather than mandatory; however, they are critical to the proper application by the City of the rules and regulations to enforce the "police powers" of the state-the basis of local zoninb and to protect the "public interest." Should any questions arise about the interpretation and application of any of these principles, the City Manager or planning staff should be consulted. SITE PLAN REVIEW Many Zoning regulations require that plans for developments, other than single-family and two- family dwellings, be reviewed by the Planning Commission before building permits can be issued. Two stages of review are normally involved, preliminary and final. The preliminary plan is a detailed depiction of the entire project and its relationship to adjoining property. Upon approval of the preliminary plans, the final plans may be prepared and submitted to the Planning Commission for approval. Simultaneous submittal of preliminary and final plans can be allowed at the discretion of the City. The City of Paris should amend its zoning regulations to address this issue. The following review standards are appropriate when considering a site plan application. Intent: The City of Paris recognizes that the very nature of land development creates potential for traffic congestion, overcrowding, adverse visual environ-mental impacts, and health problems. Also, the City strives to promote growth in the region, while stabilizing the established residential neighborhoods. The City seeks to ensure that any location that must 96 a vvR 5:\98?83\WPC\finai repurt 2-Ol.~c