Subdivision Regulations

Franklin Subdivision Regulations • December 12, 2019 Subdivision Regulations • Procedures • 19 29. All stormwater best management practices, water resource buffers, and green infrastructure in residential developments placed in open space lots. For commercial developments, all water resource buffers are placed in open space lots or conservation easements 30. Common open space lots and tree protection zones 31. Concrete monuments and benchmarks labeled 32. Iron pins, which shall be placed at all lot corners 33. All required certifications 4.4 Variations and Exceptions Whenever a parcel of land to be subdivided is of such unusual size or shape, or is surrounded by such development of unusual conditions that the strict application of the requirements contained in these regulations would result in substantial hardship or inequity, the FMPC may vary or modify, except as otherwise indicated, such requirements of design, but not of procedure or improvements, so that the applicant may develop the property in a reasonable manner, keeping in mind that the public welfare and interests of the City are protected and the general intent and spirit of these regulations are preserved. Such modifications may be granted by the FMPC upon written request by the applicant, stating the reason(s) for each modification. 4.5 Appeals An appeal of any action or decision rendered by the FMPC pursuant to these regulations shall be to any Court of competent jurisdiction.