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Preliminary applications for land divisions shall consist of a map drawn to scale, together with written data in such form that when the maps and written data are considered together, they shall fully and clearly represent the proposed land division. The following data shall be furnished:

(1) The name of the land division.

(2) A legal description of the boundary of the proposed land division shown by a recorded document or signed purchase agreement.

(3) Notwithstanding the definitions in Chapter 29.03 CCC, the land divider may choose to include within the boundaries of the application all of the land divider’s contiguous land which is separately described by a legal recorded document intended to be considered.

(4) The date of preparation of the maps, an identified north arrow, scale of the map, the total area of the plat, and clear identification of the map as a preliminary drawing.

(5) The names and addresses of all owners, land dividers, and, if known, engineers and surveyors.

(6) The boundaries of all blocks and lots, together with the assigned block and lot numbers, beginning with number one and proceeding in a consecutive sequence. The total number of lots, and the approximate size of each lot in acres or in square feet. If lots are the same sized such lots may be so identified in lieu of specifying the size of each individual lot.

(7) Existing Zoning Code classification.

(8) Existing use of the land.

(9) A vicinity map which clearly relates the division’s location to nearby rivers, creeks and public roads to enable interested persons and agencies to determine the location of the site and obtain a geographical orientation to assist them in their review of the application. Said sketch shall be accompanied by a separate document giving instructions for reaching the site by automobile from a commonly known geographical reference point such as a public road intersection.

(10) A statement that describes the use that is planned for each lot.

(11) For new Group A public water systems, a qualified professional’s report of water availability to serve the land division.

(12) The location, width, names, approximate grades of existing and proposed streets and alleys within and adjacent to the land division. Also the location, width, use or purpose of all existing or proposed easements within or adjacent to the land division.

(13) Site elevation or topographical information which informs the County of the approximate slope or slope variations on the site and showing the direction of surface drainage ways. If the average slope of the site is ten (10) percent or greater or substantial portions of the site are ten (10) percent or more in slope, additional topographical information such as, but not limited to, contour lines shall be provided by a certified professional to assist reviewing agencies to determine topographical conditions of the subject site.

(14) Names of adjacent subdivisions, short subdivisions, or large lot divisions and property owners.

(15) Approximate location of critical areas as defined by Chapter 27.12 CCC, and location of drainage ways.

(16) Boundaries of land use zones, flood zones, shorelines and governmental jurisdictional boundaries adjoining or traversing the site.

(17) Existing structures, sewage disposal and water supply improvements, drainage facilities, electrical transmission utilities and irrigation improvements which are a matter of public record or are apparent during an on-site inspection.

(18) The location of proposed power, sewer and water improvements and easements including irrigation right-of-ways required pursuant to RCW 58.17.310. Proposed or existing water well locations and associated well setback areas shall be shown on the application.

(19) Environmental impact evaluation documents required by the State Environmental Policy Act, Chapter 43.21C RCW.

(20) Description of legal access to a public road if the land division does not front on a public road, including the grade and width of any existing roads.

(21) Other information necessary to evaluate the proposed division’s consistency with the requirements of this title.

(22) A statement signed by the land divider authorizing a named person to act as the land divider’s agent. If the land divider signs said statement, the Administrator will deal exclusively with the designated agent regarding the land division, unless said statement clearly specifies otherwise.

(23) If a lot within a land division is to be utilized for a permanent or temporary use not intended for human habitation and not requiring approval by the Clallam County Environmental Health Division, the applicant shall specifically state such use on the face of the preliminary and final plat. The lot shall be considered limited to that use.

(24) The means of sewage disposal for the land division: If a public or private sewer system is proposed, the location of the facility and approximate location of collection lines or disposal area if applicable shall be shown or described. If community or individual on-site treatment systems are proposed, describe the soil characteristics and soil types of the site as depicted in the SCS Soil Survey of Clallam County. Applications proposing on-site sewage disposal shall not be deemed complete until on-site soil evaluation application forms are submitted to the Department of Community Development with the required fees.

(25) If a land division is to be developed in phases, the preliminary plat shall generally outline such phases. Such identification of phases shall not preclude the applicant from modifying the phases following preliminary land division approval pursuant to the procedures set forth in this title.

(26) Preliminary drainage and erosion control plan if required by adopted County ordinance.

(27) Indicate if the property has been logged within the past six (6) years and if logged, please provide the permit number issued by Washington State Department of Natural Resources.