(A) Dedication as condition of approval. To mitigate potential problems associated with project generated traffic and circulation, dedication of right-of-way and construction of street related improvements may be required as a condition of approval of permits.
(B) Dedication standards. The following standards shall govern any street dedications or improvements:
(1) No new construction or renovation shall be granted utility connections and a certificate of occupancy until one-half of the street along the lot frontage is dedicated and improved according to city standards. For development of a portion of a lot, dedication and improvement shall apply only to abutting streets of that portion of the lot.
(2) Additional street improvements shall not be required when the abutting street is already improved according to city standards.
(3) A deed granting an easement for a public street shall be submitted to the City Engineer before approval of any permit.
(4) All streets shall be dedicated to the width established in the General Plan Circulation Element.
(5) Street improvements shall include curb and gutter, pavement, sidewalks, storm drains and a landscaped parkway, or as otherwise denoted by the Director of Community Development and Director of Public Works.
(6) Street dedications shall include a clear cross-visibility area at intersections pursuant to § 153.130.090.
(C) Dedication interpretation authority. Whenever uncertainty exists regarding the need for street dedication and improvement, the Director of Public Works shall determine the need for dedication or improvement based upon road standards studies and information contained in applicable plans.
(Ord. 1346, passed 5-2-12)