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All subdivisions and lots created under this ordinance must comply with the requirements of the Cabarrus County Zoning Ordinance and other applicable Federal, State and Local laws. Section 66-6~2. Suitability of the land for use Lands which are subject to flooding, excessive erosion, or slides because of soil types or groups, water courses and other drainageways, steep slopes, or other hazards shall not be platted for residential or other uses in such a way as to present a danger to life, property, or to the public health, safety or general welfare. A subdivider proposing to use an existing lake must structurally upgrade the lake and dam, or if constructing a new lake and dam it must be in accordance with the North Carolina Dam Safety Act, or provide evidence that the lake does not fall under the provisions of that act. All proposed subdivisions shall be planned so as to facilitate the most advantageous development of the entire neighboring area, including but not limited to road locations, utilities location, development of adjacent property, etc. Section 66-683. Preservation of natural features and historical sites Due consideration should be given to preserving natural features, such as trees, ponds, streams, rivers and lakes, as well as historical sites which are of value to the County a's a whole. The proposed subdivision shall take advantage of and be adjusted to the contour of the land so as to produce lots and streets of reasonable gradient. Section 66-69~_. Name of subdivision and its roads The name of a subdivision or its roads shall not duplicate nor closely approximate, either phonetically or by spelling, the name of an existing subdivision or roads within the County, within any municipality within 'the County, or in an adjacent County or municipality (if the development is in close proximity to another jurisdiction). All '['hq; would ensure that residents d,dnot names must be approved by the County Planning Division. Where a street is likely ~_~.~v~toch_'.,_,s~ZLm to become part of a city maintained system, road names shall be in accordance a, ddml~s ~'and when ' · .~xcd ~¥a c,~_¥ with that city's standards for suffixes and direction. Section S. Street Siqns. 241.