(A) The lengths, widths and shapes of blocks shall be appropriate for the topography and the type of development contemplated. It is desirable that block lengths in residential areas should not exceed one thousand two hundred sixty feet (1,260') nor be less than four hundred feet (400') nor have less than sufficient width to provide for two (2) tiers of lots of appropriate depth between street lines, except where fronting on marginal access streets.
(B) Pedestrian walkways not less than ten feet (10') wide may be required by the plan commission through the center of blocks more than nine hundred feet (900') long where deemed essential to provide circulation or access to schools, playgrounds, shopping centers, transportation and/or other community facilities.
(C) Blocks, or portions thereof, intended for commercial or industrial use shall be designated as such, and the plan shall show adequate off street areas to provide for parking, loading docks, and other such facilities. (Ord. 455, 4-21-1997)