[HISTORY: Adopted by the Village Board of the Village of Coloma 4-28-2011 by Ord. No. 11-01.[1] Amendments noted where applicable.]
GENERAL REFERENCES
Boards, commissions and committees — See Ch. 21.
Building construction — See Ch. 207.
Floodplain zoning — See Ch. 265.
Property maintenance — See Ch. 384.
Sewer Utility — See Ch. 401.
Streets and sidewalks — See Ch. 417.
Water — See Ch. 460.
Water and sewer connections — See Ch. 464.
Zoning — See Ch. 480.
[1]
Editor's Note: This ordinance also adopted the provisions included in Ch. 480, Zoning.
The provisions of this chapter are adopted by the Village of Coloma Board pursuant to the authority granted by Chs. 61 and 236, Wis. Stats. This chapter requires either a certified survey map or a subdivision plat to create new land parcels or lots in the Village of Coloma.
No person may divide any lot or block in a recorded subdivision, plat or certified survey map or in an unplatted area without prior approval by the Village of Coloma. A petitioner shall file an application for a lot split by means of a certified survey map. The lot split shall be reviewed by the Plan Commission with recommendation to the Village Board. If the Village Board approves the lot split, the CSM may then be recorded. If land is split without benefit of Village review, those involved in the illegal lot split will be given 30 days to comply with this section.
Land shall be combined into one parcel by certified survey map procedures and recorded in the County Register of Deeds office.
No land shall be divided which is held unsuitable for any proposed use by the Village Board. The Village Board in applying the provisions of this chapter shall in writing cite the particular facts upon which it bases its conclusion that the land is not suitable for the proposed use and afford the applicant an opportunity to present evidence at a public hearing. Thereafter, the Village Board may affirm, modify, or withdraw its determinations of unsuitability.
No person shall build upon, divide, convey, record or monument any land in violation of this chapter or the Wisconsin Statutes. No permit shall be issued authorizing the building on or improvement of any subdivision or replat within the jurisdiction of this chapter and lot of record until the provisions and requirements of this chapter have been fully met.
If the Village of Coloma Village Board denied a plat, the petitioner may appeal the denial to the Village of Coloma Board of Appeals. If the Board of Appeals supports the Board's denial, the petitioner may then commence an action seeking the remedy available by certiorari.
A. 
Submittal.
(1) 
Previous to filing a CSM of any parcel of land, the subdivider shall consult with the Village for advice and assistance to assure the division does not conflict with local, county or regional plans. The subdivider shall provide the Village with a reasonably accurate concept plan of the area being considered for division.
(2) 
In the event the division involves the dedication and development of a Village road, the subdivider shall submit an itemized estimate of the costs of required public improvements.
(3) 
At least 14 days prior to the Plan Committee meeting, the subdivider shall file a copy of the CSM. In the event the division involves the dedications and development of a Village road, and/or public water and/or sewer utilities, the subdivider shall also file a developer's agreement as in § 420-8B below.
B. 
Review. The CSM shall be reviewed by the Village Board for conformance with this chapter and all ordinances, rules, regulations, and Village Comprehensive Plan. It shall show clearly the following:
(1) 
All existing buildings, setbacks, drainage ditches, watercourses, setbacks to structures on adjacent properties and other pertinent features.
(2) 
Location of access to public road.
(3) 
All corners shall be monumented.
C. 
Action. The Village Board shall approve, approve conditionally, or reject such map within 90 days from the date of filing.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. III).
When it is proposed to divide land into three or more lots or building sites by successive division, the subdivider shall subdivide in accordance with the following procedures:
A. 
Shall have an initial consultation with the Village Plan Commission. The petitioner will be asked to submit a concept plan and meet with the Plan Commission, at site if requested. The purpose is to review the following:
(1) 
Suitability of the site for development.
(2) 
Accessibility of the site.
(3) 
The availability of public facilities.
(4) 
Soil and drainage characteristics.
(5) 
Applicable zoning and regulations.
(6) 
Required public improvements.
(7) 
Consistency with the Village's Comprehensive Plan.
B. 
As part of the initial consultations, the Village requires the subdivider to provide a developer's agreement. The petitioner will be obligated to pay all legal and professional fees associated with the Village's review and approval of the agreement. Any fees that are part of the developer's agreement shall be paid prior to Village approval of the final plat.
C. 
At least 14 days prior to the Plan Commission hearing, the subdivider shall file the preliminary plat. The subdivider shall also file a copy with the utility companies having jurisdiction over the subject area so that required easements can be determined. Response from utility companies shall be submitted for informational purposes with the preliminary plat.
D. 
The subdivider shall be responsible for submitting the required copies to the state agency that is responsible for reviewing the preliminary plat according to § 236.12, Wis. Stats. A copy of the transmittal letter and state review comments shall be forwarded to the Village Clerk/Treasurer for inclusion for review. If the state has no objections and certifies the subdivision, a copy of that certification shall be forwarded to the Village Clerk/Treasurer.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. III).
E. 
The preliminary plat shall be reviewed by the Plan Commission and then forwarded to the Village Board with a recommendation for approval or rejection. Within 90 days of the date of filing the preliminary plat, the Village Board shall approve, approve conditionally, or reject such plat, in accordance with § 236.11(1), Wis. Stats. Failure of the Village Board to act within 90 days shall constitute approval. If approved conditionally or rejected, a letter setting forth the conditions of approval or the reasons for rejection shall be returned with the plat.
F. 
Approval or conditional approval of the preliminary plat by the Village Board shall be deemed an expression of approval or conditional approval of the proposed subdivision. If the final plat conforms substantially to the preliminary plat as approved, including any conditions, the Village shall approve the final plat if submitted within 36 months of the last required approval of the preliminary plat. Approval or conditional approval of a preliminary plat does not constitute or bind the Village of Coloma to automatic approval of the final plat.[2]
[2]
Editor's Note: Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. III).
G. 
The subdivider shall submit 14 days prior to the Plan Commission meeting the final plat. Following recommendation of the Plan Commission, the Village Board shall, within 60 days of filing of the final plat, approve or reject such plat in accordance with § 236.11(2), Wis. Stats. If rejected, written reason will be submitted to the subdivider.