§ 9-60.010. Purpose of Article

A.

The provisions of this Article constitute the City of Simi Valley Subdivision Ordinance. These provisions are intended to supplement, implement, and work with the Subdivision Map Act, Section 66410 et seq. of the California Government Code (hereafter referred to as the "Map Act"). This Article is not intended to replace the Map Act, and must be used in conjunction with the Map Act in the preparation of subdivision applications, and the review, approval, and improvement of proposed subdivisions.

B.

This Article regulates and controls the subdivision of land, and supplements the provisions of the Map Act concerning subdivision design, improvements, and survey data of subdivisions, and to establish procedures to be followed in securing the official approval of the City Engineer, Director, Commission and Council. To accomplish these purposes, the provisions in this Article are determined to be necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare; to promote orderly growth and development; to promote open space, conservation, protection, and proper use of land; and to ensure provision for adequate circulation, and utilities, and other public services.

(§ 5, Ord. 1085, eff. January 6, 2006)