(A) Consistent with the policies of the city’s General Plan, as adopted, the city has a clear priority that all new roads, streets and other rights-of-way provide connections to either existing or proposed roads, streets and other rights-of-way. These connections should include active transportation (pedestrian and bicycling) and vehicle movements.
(B) Undeniable support for the requirement that all roads, streets and other rights-of-way be connected is found in the General Plan goal and strategy statements. For example: “City fathers (leaders) allowed for the layout of a highly connected city street system that serves to enhance the efficiency and livability of the city’s transportation network.
(C) A well-planned grid system of roads offers a community multiple routes for arriving at a destination and allows users of all modes (driving, biking, walking) more direct travel routes. Good connectivity also serves to disperse traffic.
(D) During the (General Plan) process, many citizens voiced their appreciation and preference for well-connected roads. They expressed their desire to institute policies that would increase connectivity in areas where it is lacking, as well as policies that require future development to conform to connected grid-like patterns” (General Plan, 2017, pp. 50-51).
(Prior Code, § 25.08.020) (Ord. 20-03, passed 3-19-2020)