§ 13.01.03. Exceptions to requirement of a final development order.

A development permit may be issued for the following development activities in the absence of a final development order issued pursuant to this Code. Unless otherwise specifically provided, the development activity shall conform to this Code and the technical construction standards adopted by reference in articles I and VIII of this Code.

A.

Development activity necessary to implement a valid site plan/development plan on which the start of construction took place prior to the adoption of this Code and has continued in good faith. Compliance with the development standards in this Code is not required if in conflict with the previously approved plan.

B.

The construction or alteration of a single-family dwelling on a lot in a valid recorded subdivision approved prior to the adoption of this Code provided the requirements for presumptive vesting under section 11.02.02E2 have been met and provided a site inspection reveals no substantial violations of this Code or ordinances of Okeechobee County. Compliance with the density standards in this Code are not required if in conflict with the previously approved plat.

C.

The alteration of an existing building or structure so long as no change is made to its gross floor area, its use, or the amount of impervious surface on the site.

D.

The erection of a sign on a previously developed site and independent of any other development activity on the site.

E.

The resurfacing of a vehicle use area that conforms to all requirements of this Code.

F.

The subdivision of a single lot or parcel of land into two lots or parcels, or the subdivision of a parcel into two or more lots or parcels solely for the purpose of increasing the area of two or more adjacent lots or parcels of land, where there are no roadway, drainage or other required improvements, and where the resultant lots comply with the standards of this Code.