Senate Bill 479 proposes amendments to the process for approving subdivision plats by municipalities in Wisconsin. The bill mandates that cities, towns, or counties must offer subdividers an informal meeting with a representative prior to submitting a preliminary or final plat. This meeting aims to provide a conceptual review of the proposed subdivision and assess its compliance with local requirements, although the opinions expressed during this meeting are non-binding. Additionally, the bill allows subdividers to submit preliminary infrastructure plans alongside their preliminary plat, ensuring that the approving authority cannot reject the plat solely based on the preliminary nature of these plans.

The bill also modifies the conditions under which a plat can be approved. It stipulates that a subdivider must agree to install necessary public improvements and provide financial security for their completion after approval, rather than requiring these improvements to be installed before approval. Furthermore, it establishes a timeline for the certification of final plats, requiring municipal clerks to certify eligibility for recording within ten days of a request. The bill includes various changes to legislative purpose statements, emphasizing the promotion of public health, safety, and welfare, while also encouraging the development of diverse housing types and transportation options.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 236.01, 236.11(1)(a), 236.11, 236.13(2)(am)1.a, 236.13, 236.13(2)(am)3.b, 236.25(1), 236.25, 236.45(1), 236.45