§ 151.079 BLOCKS.

   The following regulations shall govern the design and layout of blocks:

   (A)   The arrangement of blocks shall conform to the street design criteria set forth in §§ 151.068 through 151.077, inclusive.

   (B)   Blocks shall be arranged to accommodate lots and building sites of the size and character required by this chapter and any applicable zoning resolution, to provide for adequate opportunities of topography.

   (C)   Irregularly-shaped blocks, those intended for cul-de-sacs and loop streets, and those containing interior park playgrounds may be approved by the Commission, if properly designed and located.

   (D)   No block shall be longer than 1,400 feet nor less than 800 feet (a variance may be considered when loop streets are incorporated into a subdivision design).

   (E)   Where blocks are more than 900 feet in length, a crosswalk easement not less than ten feet in width at or near the halfway point of the block may be required.

   (F)   Blocks intended for commercial and industrial subdivisions shall be designed specifically for such purposes and shall include adequate provisions for parking, loading and delivery services. Such blocks shall not be less than 250 feet in width nor less than 500 feet in length.

(Ord. 537, passed 7-19-90)