§ 1-102. Purpose.

The purpose of this ordinance is to establish procedures and regulations for the subdivision of land within the corporate limits of the Town of Blacksburg, Virginia, and to accomplish the objectives listed below:

(1)

To achieve the orderly development of land through reasonable standards of design and procedures for subdivision and re-subdivision of land; and ensure proper legal description and marketing of subdivided land.

(2)

To protect and provide for the public health, safety and general welfare.

(3)

To guide future growth and development in accordance with the policies of the comprehensive plan; applicable zoning regulations and other adopted policy documents of the Town.

(4)

To provide for the orderly extension of water and sewer, streets, sidewalks and bikeways, stormwater facilities, and other public facility services in a safe, adequate and efficient manner; to secure adequate provision of street lighting, fire and police protection, recreation and educational facilities, and similar municipal services.

(5)

To coordinate proposed public facilities and streets in new subdivisions with existing public services in a manner that minimizes adverse effects on adjacent or nearby neighborhoods.

(6)

To reduce and prevent air, soil, noise, water pollution, and flooding; and to insure appropriate development with regard to natural resources and features, and open space which will contribute to the beauty of the community and value of the land.

(7)

To promote the economic, social and environmental stability of the community and to protect the character of Blacksburg through the encouragement of beneficial and balanced urban development patterns.

(Ord. No. 1217, § 2, 12-14-99)

(Ord. No. 1217, § 2, 12-14-99)