Prior to the final approval of the plat of any subdivision, the owners of the property being subdivided shall at the owners’ cost prepare a detailed drainage report and construction plans for the installation of all stormwater facilities required for the subdivision, including any off–site facilities required to convey stormwater to existing drains, channels, streams, detention ponds, or other points, all in conformity with the master drainage plan of the district and the design criteria and construction standards adopted by the governing body and the board. The governing body shall review the reports, plans, and cost estimates. The governing body may approve the plat of the subdivision if the governing body has been furnished with acceptable assurance that the facilities will be constructed and installed as indicated and approved.

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Source: SL 1989, ch 388, § 36.