The purpose of a short plat is to provide an administrative method of land subdivision allowing the creation of nine or fewer lots meeting the zoning and subdivision requirements established in this title and PMC Title 25. The intent of the short plat process is to promote orderly and efficient community growth within the requirements of RCW 58.17.035. [Ord. 3398 § 2, 1999; Code 1970 § 26.36.010.]