The bill amends the Land Division Act of 1967 by updating sections 109, 148, and 186 to streamline the process for municipalities in approving land divisions. It mandates that municipalities must approve or disapprove a proposed division within 45 days of receiving a complete application. Additionally, municipalities with populations of 2,500 or less can enter agreements with counties to delegate the authority to approve divisions. The bill specifies requirements for resulting parcels, including legal descriptions, depth-to-width ratios, accessibility, and easements for public utilities. Notably, it establishes that ordinances cannot impose a minimum parcel size greater than 1,500 square feet for detached single-family residences if the parcel is served by public water and sewer.

Further amendments include changes to the certification process for approved plats, requiring the clerk of the governing body to sign a certificate that specifies the approval date and compliance with applicable provisions. The bill also modifies the minimum lot width and area requirements for residential lots, allowing for a minimum area of 1,500 square feet if public water and sewer are accessible. It clarifies that the governing body can adopt ordinances to set standards for lot sizes and fees for application reviews, while also ensuring that approval of a division does not imply compliance with other regulations.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 560.109