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(A) Circulation system design.
(1) The street system shall be designed to permit the safe, efficient, and orderly movement of traffic; to facilitate pedestrian, bicycle, and other non-automotive modes of transportation; to meet, but not exceed the needs of the present and future population served; to have a simple and logical pattern; connect to existing facilities such as residential, educational and commercial areas; to respect natural features and topography; and to present an attractive streetscape.
(2) In residential subdivisions, the street system shall be designed to serve the needs of the neighborhood and to discourage use by through traffic. Subdivisions with more than 30 houses will require two entrances.
(3) The developer shall be required to obtain all necessary permits from the city and/or SC Department of Transportation regarding new intersections, curb cuts, traffic control, and related matters.
(4) In residential subdivisions, driveways for individual lots cannot discharge onto a street whose speed limit is more than 35 mph unless the spacing of driveways complies with the SC Department of Transportation regulations.
(5) The design of proposed streets shall consider including facilities to improve access for bicyclists and pedestrians as required by the complete streets policy adopted by City Council. The Kershaw County bicycle, pedestrian and greenway plan should be consulted for recommended facilities.
(6) The Urban Bikeway Design Guide and the Urban Street Design Guide by the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) are hereby incorporated by reference as acceptable guidelines for the design of bicycle facilities and streets.
(B) Streets to be public. All streets shall be public dedicated streets and improved accordingly with the provisions of this chapter, except where private streets are allowed pursuant to Chapter 157 for Planned Development District projects; provided such streets meet the design and construction standards of this section.
(C) Layout and alignment.
(1) Proposed streets shall be coordinated with the street system in the surrounding area and where possible shall provide for the continuation of existing streets abutting the subdivision.
(2) All streets shall be opened to the exterior property lines of the subdivision unless permanently terminated by a vehicular turnaround or an intersection with another street.
(3) Reserve strips controlling access to streets are prohibited except where their control is placed with the city under conditions approved by the Planning Commission.
(4) The arrangement of streets shall be such as will not cause hardship to owners of adjoining property in providing convenient access.
(5) No half streets (single lane) shall be permitted.
(6) Landscaping and trees planted in the city right-of-way requires approval of the Utilities Department.
(D) Alleys.
(1) Alleys are permitted in residential districts only by approval of the Planning Commission.
(2) Paved alleys shall be permitted in commercial and industrial developments to provide service access, off-street loading and unloading, and parking consistent with and adequate for the uses proposed.
(3) Dead-end alleys should be avoided, but where necessary shall be provided with adequate turnaround facilities at the dead-end, as determined by the Fire Official.
(E) Cul-de-sacs. In general, streets with one end permanently closed shall be avoided unless topographic conditions and/or exterior lot line configurations offer no practical alternatives for connection or through traffic. Cul-de-sacs, if permitted, shall not exceed 1,800 feet in length in single-family residential areas and 1,000 feet in multi-family or commercial areas as measured from the nearest intersection with a street providing through access (not a cul-de sac). The closed end of a cul-de-sac shall be a minimum of 100 feet in diameter as measured from the back of the curb.
(F) Intersections.
(1) Not more than two streets shall intersect at any one point.
(2) All streets shall intersect as nearly at 90° right angles as possible, subject to variations approved by the Planning Commission upon evidence of good cause.
(3) Streets entering upon opposite sides of a given street shall have their center lines directly opposite or shall be off-set a minimum distance of 200 feet, measured along the centerline of the streets being intersected, except that street jogs shall not be permitted at street intersections involving continuous traffic movement.
(4) Street intersections shall be located at least 200 feet from the right-of-way of any railroad track, measured from the center point of the intersection to the railroad right-of-way line nearest the intersection.
(5) Private driveways shall not intersect a public street within 50 feet of an intersection, measured from the street right-of-way.
(G) Right-of-way, lane and pavement widths. Minimum street right-of-way, lane and pavement widths shall be as follows:
Classification | Lane Width | Pavement Width | Right-of-way Width |
Classification | Lane Width | Pavement Width | Right-of-way Width |
Public Streets | |||
Local (minor) | 10 feet | 24 feet | 50 feet |
with parking (one side) | 10 feet | 34 feet | 50 feet |
Collector | 11 feet | 28 feet | 66 feet |
with turning lane | 11 feet | 40 feet | 66 feet |
Arterial | |||
4 lane | 12 feet | 52 feet | 80 feet |
with service lanes | 12 feet | 70 feet | 100 feet |
controlled access | 12 feet | 70 feet | 120 feet |
Alley | 9 feet | 18 feet | 22 feet |
One-way, with median | 18 feet | 18 feet | 70 feet |
Private streets | 8 feet | 18 feet | 50 feet |
Sidewalks | 5 feet | 5 feet | - |
Bicycle lane | 5 feet | 5 feet | - |
(H) Required improvements. All public streets shall be cut, graded, stabilized and paved in accord with the South Carolina Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Highway Construction Manual, latest edition, as amended. Paving of approved private streets is not required; however, such streets shall be cut, graded and stabilized in accordance with the above referenced manual. The developer shall provide driveway culverts, storm drainage system design, pipe, catch basins, man holes, and the like in accordance with the South Carolina Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Highway Construction Manual, latest edition, as amended.
(Ord., passed 10-13-92; Am. Ord. 07-019, passed 8-14-07; Am. Ord. 10-036, passed 8-24-10; Am. Ord. 2016-015, passed 10-11-16; Am. Ord. 2020-020, passed 8-25-20; Am. Ord. 2021-007, passed 5-11-21; Am. Ord. 2024-012, passed 6-11-24) Penalty, see § 156.999
(A) Requirement. Curbs and gutters shall be required and installed along both sides of all public streets.
(B) Construction specifications. Curbs and gutters shall be constructed in accordance with Section 720 of the Standard Specifications for Highway Construction Manual, latest edition, as amended.
(C) Design specifications. Acceptable curb types are illustrated as follows:
(D) Transition. The transition from one type to the other shall be made only at street intersections with adequate provisions being made for driveway entrances.
(E) All drainage grat es must be safe for bicyclists. Hydraulically efficient, bicycle-safe grates (see diagram) shall be utilized and be placed or adjusted to be flush with the adjacent pavement surface.
(Ord., passed 10-13-92; Am. Ord. 07-019, passed 8-14-07; Am. Ord. 10-036, passed 8-24-10; Am. Ord. 2016-015, passed 10-11-16; Am. Ord. 2024-012, passed 6-11-24) Penalty, see § 156.999
(A) Street signs.
( 1) Design and placement of traffic signs shall follow state regulations or the requirements specified in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, published by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Responsibility for installation shall rest with the subdivider.
(2) Street name signs and stop signs shall be decorative signs approved by the city, and purchased and installed by the developer.
(3) Site information signs in planned developments shall follow a design theme that is related and complementary to other elements of the overall site design.
(4) Signs for the development may be installed in compliance with the Zoning Code.
(B) Names.
(1) Streets. Street names shall be subject to the approval of the Planning Commission and Kershaw County E911 Addressing Office. Proposed street names shall be substantially different in sound and spelling from existing streets in the city unless at a future date plans call for a tie-in between the proposed street and an existing street.
(2) Development names shall be subject to the approval of the Planning Commission and shall not duplicate the name of any recorded or of existing established locality names.
(Ord., passed 10-13-92; Am. Ord. 07-019, passed 8-14-07; Am. Ord. 10-036, passed 8-24-10; Am. Ord. 2024-012, passed 6-11-24)
(A) Drainage easements.
(1) Where traversed by a water course, drainageway, channel or stream, adequate areas for storm water or drainage easements shall be allocated, conforming substantially with the lines of such water course, and of sufficient width to carry off storm water and provide for maintenance and improvement of the water course. Maintenance roads may be required in connection therewith.
(2) The location of any surface drainage course shall not be changed without the approval of the Planning Commission. Possible flooding of adjacent downstream properties caused by additional run-off or increased rate of run-off of the subdivision shall be evaluated and controlled with properly designed drainage systems. The post-construction storm water run-off rate must not exceed the pre-construction run-off rate.
(3) The developer shall be required to comply with the Federal Clean Water Act and implementing regulations, consistent sections of the South Carolina Stormwater Management and Sediment Reduction Act and implementing regulations, and related city ordinances.
(B) Utility easements.
(1) Adequate areas of suitable size and location shall be allocated for utility easements. The location and size of such easements shall be coordinated with the public and private utilities involved.
(2) Where provided along side or rear lot lines, utility easements shall be not less than 20 feet in width. No structures or trees shall be placed within such easements. Such easements shall be maintained by the property owner(s) and may be used to satisfy yard requirements.
(3) The Planning Commission may approve the installation of sidewalks, trails and greenways within City of Camden public utility rights-of-way. All proposed sidewalks, trails and greenways shall be approved by the Director of Public Utilities prior to being submitted to the Planning Commission.
(C) Maintenance.
(1) The covenant restrictions placed in the deed of a lot which contains a utility easement shall stipulate that the city or utility company with lines in such easement shall have full right of access to such easement.
(2) The city shall maintain only those easements specifically accepted for public maintenance.
(3) The city shall not maintain any portion of a storm water system unless specifically accepted by the city.
(D) The developer shall be required to obtain any necessary encroachment permits.
(Ord., passed 10-13-92; Am. Ord. 07-019, passed 8-14-07; Am. Ord. 10-036, passed 8-24-10; Am. Ord. 2016-015, passed 10-11-16; Am. Ord. 2024-012, passed 6-11-24)
(A) Residential.
(1) Block lengths shall be appropriate to topographic conditions and density to be served, but shall not exceed 1,000 feet in length.
(2) Blocks shall be not less than 300 feet in length.
(3) Where blocks are greater than 800 feet in length, a crosswalk easement may be required by the Planning Commission if necessary to provide proper access to schools, playgrounds, or other public facilities. Where provided, such easement shall be at least ten feet in width and have a paved walk of at least four feet in width.
(4) Blocks should be of sufficient width to allow for two tiers of lots of appropriate depth, except where reverse frontage lots are required along a major street, or where prevented by the size, topographical conditions, or other inherent conditions of property.
(B) Commercial and industrial. Blocks intended for commercial or industrial development may vary from the standards of design detailed above in favor of dimensions more suitable to their prospective use; provided such blocks permit adequate traffic circulation.
(Ord., passed 10-13-92; Am. Ord. 07-019, passed 8-14-07; Am. Ord. 2016-015, passed 10-11-16; Am. Ord. 2024-012, passed 6-11-24) Penalty, see § 156.999
(A) All lots except those in exempt subdivisions, as defined by this chapter, shall be accessible by a public street, or a private street approved as part of a Planned Development District.
(B) The lot size, width, depth, shape, grade and orientation shall be in proper relation to street and block design, to existing and proposed topographical conditions, and for the type of development and use contemplated.
(C) All lots shall meet the minimum area and dimensional requirements of the zoning district in which they are to be located.
(D) Double or reverse frontage lots shall be prohibited, except where required to provide separation of residential development from major streets or to overcome specific disadvantages of topography or orientation. All residential reverse frontage lots shall have a minimum rear yard of 50 feet, measured in the shortest distance from the proposed back building line to the ultimate right-of-way and shall within such rear yard and immediately adjacent to the right-of-way, have a non-access planting screen easement of at least 20 feet in depth.
(E) Side lot lines shall be approximately at right angles to straight street lines and radial to curved street lines.
(F) Flag-shaped lots.
(1) The intent of this section is to make provisions for the full and complete development and use of residential property without presenting an adverse or disruptive impact on adjacent and/or existing residential properties by allowing the subdivision of the rear sections of residential lots through the creation of flag-shaped lots.
(2) Flag-shaped lots shall be permitted in any residential zone under the following conditions:
(a) The subdivision of lots in a residential zone into a flag-shaped lot shall be permitted only for single-family uses or residences.
(b) The original lot must meet all zoning requirements as specified for the respective zone in Chapter 157 both before and after subdivision.
(c) The "flag" section of the flag-shaped lot shall meet or exceed the minimum lot area requirements specified for the respective zone. The area of the narrow access section (pole section) of the flag-shaped lot shall not be included in computing minimum lot area requirements but title to which must be conveyed by general warranty deed in the same manner as title to the "flag" portion of the lot is conveyed.
(d) The front setback shall be measured from the front of the proposed new residence on the flag-shaped lot to the new rear property line of the original lot which was created by the subdivision and shall meet or exceed the distance specified for that respective zone.
(e) The rear setback on a flag-shaped lot shall be 30 feet for all zones.
(f) A buffer yard must be maintained between the sides of the new residence on the flag-shaped lot and the adjacent property line and must be equal to three times the side setback required for the respective zone. The buffer yard on the sides of the new residence must be unoccupied except for landscaping and fences.
(g) The pole section shall be limited to use only by the original lot and the flag-shaped lot and shall be a minimum of 30 feet wide and must have a driveway with an unobstructed width of 20 feet and a minimum vertical clearance of 13 feet, six inches. If the driveway is to be used by more than two properties, then the pole section must be 40 feet wide and the driveway must have an unobstructed width of 26 feet.
(h) Trees in any required buffer yard which are eight inches or more in diameter as measured one foot from ground level shall not be removed without permission of the Planning Commission.
(i) Driveways and turnaround areas must be separated from any adjacent property line by a buffer yard ten feet wide which is unoccupied except for fences and landscaping.
(j) Accessory structures and uses are allowed only in the rear yard area and the side yard area in accordance with Chapter 157, provided they may not be located within any required buffer yard areas.
(Ord., passed 10-13-92; Am. Ord., passed 1-25-94; Am. Ord. 07-019, passed 8-14-07; Am. Ord. 10-036, passed 8-24-10; Am. Ord. 2024-012, passed 6-11-24) Penalty, see § 156.999
This section shall establish design, construction, and maintenance requirements for new sidewalks. Sidewalks shall be provided where required by the Planning Commission for safety, or access to recreational and educational facilities. These requirements shall also apply to existing residential subdivisions with public streets platted without sidewalks that desire to add sidewalks. Sidewalks installed prior to the date of adoption of this section shall be considered legally non-conforming and are not subject to the provisions of this section.
(A) Construction plans required. The location of all sidewalks, including curb ramps, pedestrian crossings and other accessible facilities, as well as all appropriate construction, pavement marking and signage details, shall be shown on the construction plans for the overall subdivision. These features shall be prepared in conformance with the specifications identified herein as well as the design and construction details kept on file with the Planning and Development Director.
(B) Design and construction standards. All new sidewalks shall be designed and constructed to meet or exceed the latest applicable standards for handicapped access established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), guidelines from the United States Access Board for Pedestrian Facilities in Public Rights-of-Way, A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets, and The Guide for Planning, Design and Operation of Pedestrian Facilities, both published by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), and any other applicable federal, state, or local standards.
(1) Sidewalks adjacent to corner lots, at all intersections, and those crossing internal streets shall be designed with curb ramps, detectable warnings, and appropriate pavement markings and signage as required by ADA and any other applicable federal, state, or local standards. Each of these elements, including sign type and location, shall be identified on the construction plans.
(2) Concrete shall be no less than four inches in thickness and shall be specified with a minimum compressive strength of 3,000 pounds per square inch at 28 days. The sidewalk shall be placed on a minimum of four inches of properly compacted graded aggregate base placed to city specifications.
(3) The construction of all new sidewalks shall comply with Section 720 of the Standard Specifications for Highway Construction Manual, latest edition, as amended.
(C) Encroachment and/or building permit required. Construction of new sidewalks shall be included in the building permit issued for the property where it is located. Any repair work on a sidewalk shall require an encroachment permit from the Planning and Development Director or his or her designee. Such permits shall comply with the requirements as identified herein.
(D) Site preparation and inspection. An inspection shall be required for all new sidewalks.
(1) The Planning and Development Director or his or her designee shall be provided no less than three working days' notice prior to any material being placed in order that an inspection may be made of the compacted sub-grade, the forms, and the spacing of expansion and contraction joints. Excavation and grading shall be smooth and to the proper depth as specified herein.
(2) All large stones, boulders, roots, vegetation and other debris shall be removed from the project area, and the sub-grade shall be fine-graded to conform to the profile and grade of the sidewalk when complete. Soft, spongy, or loamy areas within the project area shall be removed and replaced with suitable soils, and the project area shall be properly compacted prior to any concrete being poured.
(3) Final inspection of constructed sidewalks shall be completed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
(E) Provision of grass strip. A minimum two-foot-wide grass strip shall be provided between the back of curb and the front edge of the sidewalk. In no case shall a sidewalk be constructed against the back of the curb without a grass strip.
(1) Small maturing trees, shrubs, groundcover or vegetation other than grass shall not be located within said grass strip or within four feet from the edge of the sidewalk. Medium or large maturing trees, as defined in the city's tree ordinance, shall not be planted within eight feet of the edge of a sidewalk and shall include an appropriate root barrier along the edge of the sidewalk for a distance of no less than 20 feet. Root barrier product specifications and depth of installation must be approved by the Planning and Development Director prior to installation.
(2) It shall be the responsibility of the homeowners’ association and/or the property owner, occupants, or agents in charge of the adjoining property to maintain no less than an eight-foot clear zone above the sidewalk. This area shall be maintained free of vegetative or other obstructions by the owner, occupants, or agents in charge of the adjoining property.
(F) Bonding required. The repair and replacement of sidewalks (as needed) shall be included within the maintenance bond submitted as a part of the platting process for the overall subdivision. Said bond shall guarantee the completed sidewalks against any defects or improper construction for a period of no less than two years from the date of final plat approval.
(G) Maintenance responsibilities. The final plat and restrictive deeds and covenants shall be recorded for each new subdivision, or, if applicable, to existing developments specifically stating the repair and maintenance of all new sidewalks and landscape strips shall be the sole responsibility of the homeowners’ association and/or the property owner, occupants, or agents in charge of the adjoining property.
(1) Any property owners, occupants, or agents in charge of adjoining property and the homeowners' association, if applicable, shall be liable to the city for any claim or demand made upon the city which arises from a direct or indirect violation of this section and shall hold the city harmless and indemnify the city for any such claim or demand. When the Planning and Development Director or his or her designee determines there is a violation of this section, he or she may cause a notice to be served upon the bonded contractor, property owners, occupants, homeowners’ association, or agents in charge of the property or landscape strip directing that repair or maintenance or removal of obstructions be made at the cost and expense of such owners, occupants, or agents in charge of the property. In the event such work is not done, the city may perform such work and the cost of such repairs and maintenance or removal of obstruction shall constitute a lien against such property and shall be foreclosed in the same manner provided by law for the foreclosure of municipal liens. This division, or language similar to this division and approved by the City Attorney, shall be included on any final plat and in the restrictive deeds and covenants for the subdivision or development.
(2) All sidewalks shall be kept clean from rocks and other obstructions and in a good state of repair by the owner, occupants, or agents in charge of the adjoining property. A sidewalk in good repair shall be free of cracks, floats, obstructions, depressions, and all other defects and shall have a uniform longitudinal and transverse gradient.
(H) Duty to repair and replace. Upon detection of any defective or damaged sidewalk, the Planning and Development Director or his or her designee shall cause a notice to be served upon the bonded contractor, property owner and/or homeowners' association directing that repairs and/or replacement be accomplished within a designated period of time. Failure to comply with the terms of this notice shall cause forfeiture of bond or a citation issued to the property owner and/or homeowners' association.
(Ord., passed 10-13-92; Am. Ord. 07-019, passed 8-14-07; Am. Ord. 10-036, passed 8-24-10; Am. Ord. 2016-015, passed 10-11-16; Am. Ord. 2024-012, passed 6-11-24) Penalty, see § 156.999
If the area being subdivided, or any part thereof, is located within the boundary of a designated special flood hazard area, as delineated by the Federal Insurance Rate Maps for the city, adequate plans and specifications for protection from flooding shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 152.
(Ord., passed 10-13-92; Am. Ord. 07-019, passed 8-14-07; Am. Ord. 10-036, passed 8-24-10; Am. Ord. 2024-012, passed 6-11-24)
(A) Street lighting shall be provided in accordance with all city standards.
(B) A street lighting plan is required for all new developments where additional streets are installed. The street lighting plan shall be included in the preliminary plat for all major subdivisions.
(C) Street lights shall be spaced 280 - 320 feet apart and at all intersections. The design of street lighting should take into account the location and spacing of street trees. The locations, type, and specifications must receive prior approval by the Director of Public Utilities. Electrical service to developments must comply with the policies, requirements and inspections with the Public Utilities Department.
(Ord., passed 10-13-92; Am. Ord. 07-019, passed 8-14-07; Am. Ord. 10-036, passed 8-24-10; Am. Ord. 2024-012, passed 6-11-24) Penalty, see § 156.999
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