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other than widening an existing public street; (3) Extend public water and/or sanitary sewerage systems other than laterals to serve individual lots; and (4) Necessitate the installation of drainage improvements which would require easements through oie (1) or more lots to serve other lots. Minor subdivisions shall be reviewed in accordance with the provisions of Section III-C. Major subdivisions shall be reviewed in accordance with the procedures set forth in Section III-D. I/I-B-1. Determination of Classification All proposed subdivisions shall be reviewed by the Planning Department for initial determination as to whether the proposed subdivision is to be classified as a minor subdivision, a major subdivision or exempt from the provisions of this Ordinance as specified in the definition of "subdivision" in Section II. In making such determination, the Planning Department shall review the proposal, considering, among others, the following: (a) The pattern of existing land uses in the area; (b) The number and pattern of lots to be created; (c) The current use of the tract to be subdivided; (d) The topography of the tract, and the soil types and applicability of same for the stated purpose of the subdivision; (e) Any site improvements proposed as a part of the subdivision; and (f) The affidavit of the subdivider who is requesting classification as to the proposed use of the tract to be subdivided and the nature and reason for the division; i.e. , probate, division among heirs, partition among co-tenants, continuing agricultural use, sale, building development, gift, lease, etc. Where a public street is to be created and platted as part of the subdivision, the subdivision shall not be exempt from the provisions of this Ordinance regardless of any other factors. All transfers or A-2