(A) The size, shape and orientation of lots shall be appropriate for the location of the proposed subdivision, for the type of development contemplated, and in consideration of the method of providing water and sewer facilities to the lots.
(B) It is the intent of this chapter that lot size, shape and orientation shall be controlled by the provisions of the city’s Zoning Ordinance and the types of development permitted by that ordinance. The final lot sizes may be determined on a lot by lot basis, provided each meets the minimum requirements of the Zoning Ordinance for the district in which it is located. Every lot shall have sufficient area, dimensions and shape to permit a principal building to be constructed thereon in conformance with the applicable provisions of the Zoning Ordinance. Such buildable area shall lie at or be elevated to at least two feet above the 100-year flood elevation as provided for in Chapter 16 of the Zoning Code. Lots shall be designed so as to provide positive drainage away from building sites, and individual lots shall be coordinated with the general storm drainage plan for the subdivision. Lot boundaries shall be made to coincide with natural and pre-existing human-made drainage ways to the extent practicable to avoid the creation of lots that can be built upon only by altering such drainage ways. Lot arrangements shall be made with due consideration given to not disturbing wetlands, rock outcrops and other such natural features. Sidelines of lots shall be at or near right angles or radial to street lines. All lots fronting a cul-de-sac shall have radial lot lines from ROW to the rear property line without a deflection until beyond the building footprint. All lots must have public street access and frontage meeting the requirements set forth in the Zoning Ordinance, except as provided for in § 153.005(F). Parcels created through the subdivision process, which are not intended for building purposes, shall be so designated and perpetually bound as “not buildable” unless subsequently released through the subdivision process.
(C) Drainage swales or closed drainage systems in the front or rear of lots connecting multiple lots shall be avoided. The closed storm drain system shall be encased in a 20-foot drainage easement to be owned and maintained by the HOA. The drainage easement shall be maintained by the property owner.
(Ord. passed 9-27-2021) Penalty, see § 153.999