§ 23-15. Subdivision.

(a)

Subdivision. A "subdivision" shall include all divisions of a tract or parcel of land into two (2) or more lots, building sites, or other divisions for the purpose, whether immediate or future, of sale or building development and shall include all divisions of land involving the dedication of a new street or a change in an existing street or streets; provided, however, that the following shall not be included within this definition nor be subject to the provisions of these regulations:

(1)

The combination or recombination of previously platted lots where the total number of lots is not increased and the resultant lots comply with the zoning regulations of the City of Cumberland.

(2)

The division of land into parcels greater than five (5) acres where no street right-of-way dedication is involved and the resultant lots comply with the applicable zoning regulations of the City of Cumberland.

(3)

The public acquisition by purchase of strips of land for the widening or opening of streets.

(b)

Minor subdivision. A "minor subdivision" is any subdivision containing not more than five (5) lots fronting on an existing street; not involving any new street or road, the extension of municipal facilities, or the creation of any public improvements; not adversely affecting the remainder of the parcel or adjoining property; and not in conflict with any provision or portion of the zoning ordinance or these regulations.

(c)

Major subdivision. A "major subdivision" is any subdivision not classified as a minor subdivision, including but not limited to subdivisions of six (6) or more lots, or any size subdivision requiring any new street or extension of the local government facilities or the creation of any public improvements.

(Ord. No. 3774, § 1, 4-7-15)