§ 115-5. Review of subdivision proposals.  


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  • The responsible person shall review subdivision proposals and other proposed new development to determine whether such proposals will be reasonably safe from flooding. If a subdivision proposal or other proposed new development is in a flood-prone area, any such proposal shall be reviewed to assure that:
    A. 
    All such proposals are consistent with the need to minimize flood damage within the flood-prone area;
    B. 
    All public utilities and facilities, such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems, are located and constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damage; and
    C. 
    Adequate drainage is provided to reduce exposure of flood hazard.