Ordinances-1995-197

C) Where a dedication is required, it shall be accomplished with a properly executed Warranty Deed dedicating the required land to the City without cost to the City. Where a fee, in lieu of dedication is required, the fee shall be deposited with the City Clerk. Whichever action is required, it shall be accomplished prior to the approval of the final plat. D) The determination by the City of whether to require dedication of land, or a fee, in lieu thereof, shall be based on the following: 1) Recreational element of the City's Community Development Plan. 2) Topographic and geologic conditions and access and location of land in subdivision available for dedication 3) Size and shape of the subdivision and land available for dedication. 4) The relation of the subdivision to the Community Development Plan map, particularly as such plan map may show proposed public service areas, open space and recreational areas. 5) The character and recreational needs of the neighborhood in which the subdivision is located. 6) The unsuitability in the subdivision for open space and recreational purposes by reason of location, access, greater cost of development and maintenance. 7) The possibility that land immediately adjoining the subdivision will serve in whole or in part the public service area, open space, and recreational needs of such subdivision. 8) Any and all other information relevant to a proper determination. The determination of the City Council as to whether land shall be dedicated or reserved or a fee shall be charged, or a combination thereof, shall be final and conclusive. 4.09 Parks and School Sites Reserved: When a tract being subdivided includes lands proposed to be parks or school sites in the Community Development