Sketch plat procedure.
Southaven Code of Ordinances § 13-16(e)
in effectSec. 13-16(e). - Sketch plat procedure.
(a) The purpose of the sketch plat is to provide the subdivider an opportunity to consult early and informally with the planning staff before preparation of a preliminary and/or final plat and submission of a formal application to the planning commission. The intent of this procedure is to assist the subdivider in preparing a plan which will meet the objectives of the comprehensive plan, the requirements of the planning commission and of other public agencies, the improvements and uses of the subdivision and any other potential problems involved in the proposed subdivision.
(b) The subdivider shall submit to the planning staff a sketch plat showing the boundaries of the proposed subdivision and its relationship to surrounding properties, natural features and the proposed street and lot pattern. This step does not require a formal application or filing fee. Upon receipt of the sketch plat, the planning staff shall review the sketch plat and notify the subdivider through consultation and/or writing that the sketch plat as submitted, or modified, meets the objectives of this title, or does not meet the objectives of this title and the reason therefore.
Source: City of Southaven, Mississippi, Code of Ordinances (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/ms/southaven/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=CO_TITXIIIZORE_CH16SURE_S13-16_E_SKPLPRFetched: 11/1/2026