3. Subdivision Review Process

Each county in the watershed has a subdivision review process.   Madison County follows a different set of guidelines which will be discussed in following sections.  Through the subdivision review any development with 6 or more lot splits from one parcel must meet the approval of the subdivision review board.  The subdivision review board is typically made up of a Township representative, County Board of Health, County Soil and Water Conservation District, and County Engineer.  This process provides guidelines to developers on site location, soils limitations, and design standards which address stormwater, erosion and sediment controls, and greenspace requirements.  The farmland preservation plan for each county is considered with each subdivision request.

The subdivision review process is not required for minor lots splits of 5 acres or less on the original parcel in all counties but Madison.   A review may be required if these lots are not located along an existing road infrastructure or the proposed lots splits are contrary to zoning regulations.  Madison County reviews all lot splits to determine if the lot split follows the County Land Use Plan and meets the site,  soil, and design standards which ensure proper stormwater controls, drainage, erosion and sediment controls, and greenspace requirements. 

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