Private and public utility easements shall have a minimum width of 16 feet or such additional width as may be required by the City Engineer for necessary access to the utility involved. Such easements shall be located along rear or side lot lines except under special circumstances where the Commission may require them in other locations. For lots facing curvilinear streets, the rear easements shall consist of straight lines with a minimum of points of deflection. (Ord. 74-76. Passed 9-13-76.)