(A) The maximum length of blocks shall be 1,800 feet. Blocks over 900 feet long may require pedestrian ways at their approximate centers. The use of additional access ways to schools, parks or other destinations may be required by the City Council.
(B) Blocks shall be shaped so that all blocks fit readily into the overall plan of the subdivision and their design must evidence consideration of lot planning, traffic flow and public open space areas.
(C) Blocks intended for commercial, institutional and industrial use must be designated as such and the plan must show adequate off-street areas to provide for parking, loading docks and any other facilities that may be required to accommodate motor vehicles.
(D) Where a subdivision borders upon a railroad or limited access highway right-of-way, a street may be required approximately parallel to, and at a distance suitable for, the appropriate use of the intervening land as for park purposes in residential districts or for parking, commercial or industrial purposes in appropriate districts. The distances shall be determined with due regard for the requirements of approach grades and possible features grade separations.
(Ord. 153, passed 11-8-1999)