Department of Planning and Permitting

The Subdivision Branch is primarily responsible for the review of plans for site development work and for compliance with subdivision and land use regulations. The Branch is also responsible for the review and processing of applications and plans for compliance for subdivisions, consolidations, easements, street names, site development plans, park dedication applications, flood determinations, floodway permits and flood hazard variances; coordinating the review of plans including infrastructure construction (i.e., new roads and utilities), work in existing rights-of-way, and grading. The Subdivision Branch also serves as the City’s coordinator with the State Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) regarding the City’s responsibilities under the National Flood Insurance Program. Proper administration of this function allows the City and its residents to obtain flood insurance under the national program.