(A) City streets are to be inviting public space and integral components of community design. A transportation system should have a rich variety of types, including bicycle and pedestrian. All streets should connect to help create a comprehensive network of public areas to allow free movement of automobiles, bicycles and pedestrians. In order for this street network to be safe for motorists and pedestrians, all design elements must consistently be applied to calm automobile traffic.
(B) In summary, streets shall:
(1) Interconnect within a development and with adjoining development. Cul-de-sacs shall be allowed only where topographical and/or lot line configurations offer no practical alternatives for connections. Street stubs shall be provided within development adjacent to open land to provide for future connections. The Land Development Map should be reviewed to locate potential connections in new neighborhoods.
(2) Be designed as the most prevalent public space of the town and, thus, scaled to the pedestrian.
(3) Be bordered by sidewalks on both sides, with the exception of rural roads, lanes, alleys and the undeveloped edge of neighborhood parkways.
(4) Be lined with street trees on both sides, with the exception of rural roads, lanes, alleys and the undeveloped edge of neighborhood parkways. Private drives are permitted only as described in the Open Space District.
(5) Be public. Private streets are not permitted within any new development. Alleys may be either public or private, depending upon function.
(6) Be the focus of buildings. Generally, all buildings will front on a public street.
(Ord. passed 8-8-2019)