What is SDRC?

SDRC is the Subdivision and Development Review Committee. It is made up of staff members representing the various County departments, utility companies and fire districts. It is responsible for reviewing all subdivision plats and development plans submitted for conformance with applicable rules and regulations.

What is a tentative plat?

A tentative plat is a map showing existing conditions on a parcel, such as topography, drainage and existing improvements, on which a proposed subdivision is overlaid.

What is a final plat?

A final plat is a document for recording a subdivision. The final plat shows the survey data for all lots, streets and common areas within the plat.

What is a development plan?

A development plan is a drawing that shows all elements of a proposed development and how it relates to the surrounding area.

When do I need a development plan?

A development plan is required for any proposed development other than three residential units or less located on an individual lot or for the expansion of an existing development by more than 2000 square feet of gross floor area or land use area.

Do I need an engineer?

A registered civil engineer=s seal is required on all tentative plats and on final plats which show flood prone limits or erosion hazard setbacks. A registered surveyor=s seal is required on all final plats. It is strongly recommended that all development plans be prepared by a registered engineer or architect, however, it is not required. If a registered professional is not used, the development plan must still meet all applicable requirements.

When should I submit my building plans?

Building plans may be submitted at any time during the development plan review process.

Can I get building permits before my development plan is approved?

No.

When should I submit my application for a variance to the Board of Adjustment?

Variance requests should be submitted after you have received your first set of review comments and know what variances will be required.

When do I get my conditional use permit?

Conditional permits are issued after the development plan has been approved.

What does the Design Review Committee do?

The Design Review Committee (DRC) is a technical committee that reviews and approves (or denies) cluster developments, HDZ exceptions and bufferyard encroachments. A project may also be required to go to the DRC because of rezoning conditions or area plan policies. DRC approval, if required must be obtained prior to development plan or subdivision plat approval.

Why not just go to the Board of Adjustment (BOA) instead of the DRC?

The DRC is a review body that will look at the design of the project and may require certain design changes. The BOA is a body that grants relief from the zoning code due to hardship.

When do I get my sign permits?

Sign permits for new buildings are issued after the building plans have been approved. Existing buildings that are being remodeled may received permits after issuance of certificate of occupancy.

When should I submit my paving/grading plans?

Paving/grading plans are submitted separately to the Development Review Division of the Development Services Department. We recommend that paving and grading plans are submitted after you receive your first set of review comments on the development plan or tentative plat, provided no major design changes are required. Approval of paving/grading plans are not required prior to development plan approval, however, paving and grading plan approval is required prior to obtaining a building permit. Paving and grading plans are not required prior to subdivision plat approval.

Why do I need a Status of Title Report rather than a Warranty Deed?

Title reports are used to verify current ownership of the property, all recorded easements, all deeds of trusts, and property tax status that are important elements of the review process.