a.For the purpose of promoting the public health, safety, convenience and the general welfare, the design, improvement and survey data of any subdivision of real property, the form and content of tentative, final and parcel maps thereof, and the procedures to be followed in review and official action thereon, shall be governed by the provisions of this Chapter, the Zoning Ordinance and the General Plan.

b.This Chapter is primarily intended to regulate the design and improvement of subdivisions and to establish procedures and responsibilities for the processing and approval of the various types of subdivision maps and related requirements.

c.It is also the purpose and intent of this Chapter to promote new concepts and innovations in the design arrangement of building sites within subdivisions. The advisability of considering alternatives to the traditional approach to the subdivision of land is recognized and encouraged where such will facilitate the ultimate development of the land in a manner that will be commensurate with contemporary living patterns and technological progress.

d.In carrying out the provisions of this ordinance, the City shall consider their effect on the housing needs of the region and balance these needs against the public service needs of the City’s residents and available fiscal and environmental resources.