Planning & Community Development

Contact Planning Department - Phone: 989-837-3374 Email: bkaye@midland-mi.org

The Subdivision Ordinance

To locate Midland's subdivision control ordinance, click here.

Subdivisions

Subdivision regulations guide the division of land into multiple lots (called a plat) and addresses many development factors such as site grading, soil erosion, utility locations, street alignment, traffic circulation, lot sizes, and emergency access.  Subdivision regulations help ensure;

• New lots conform with zoning requirements

• Streets are properly aligned with the broader community street system

• Water, drainage, and sanitary sewer facilities are adequate

 A local subdivision control ordinance establishes:

• Review and evaluation procedures for approving plats

• Information which must be included on the plat

• Site design principles and standard for lots, blocks, streets, public places, pedestrian ways, and utilities

• Required improvements, including streets, sidewalks, water, sewer, curb, and gutter

• Financing and maintenance responsibilities