(1) Establish the authority and procedures for segregating land in the City of Covington.

(2) Define and regulate divisions of land that are exempt from the short subdivision or subdivision requirements.

(3) Ensure consistency with and implement the City of Covington comprehensive plan as amended in accordance with the Washington State Growth Management Act, RCW 36.70A.120.

(4) Require uniform monumenting of land subdivisions and conveyance by accurate legal description.

(5) Protect and preserve the public health, safety and general welfare in accordance with the standards established by the City of Covington and the State of Washington.

(6) Ensure consistency with Chapter 58.17 RCW. (Ord. 53-02 § 2 (19A.01.010))