In order that the subdivision of land within the jurisdiction of the City will contribute to the development of safe, convenient and attractive residential, commercial and other areas and advance the public welfare, the Commission and Council in reviewing and acting upon any subdivision plat shall insure that full consideration and weight is given to the following:
(A) The intent and design of the proposed plat shall be in accord with the provisions of the Comprehensive General Plan.
(B) Street patterns in residential neighborhoods shall be designed to create areas free of through traffic but readily accessible to adjacent arterial streets.
(C) In the subdivision of land along arterial and collector streets, the block length shall be increased so as to limit driveway or other vehicular access as much as possible compatible with good design and a reasonable use of land.
(D) Street intersections in residential areas may be of a "T" rather than a "+" design wherever such design will not unduly restrict a free movement of traffic.
(E) All natural drainage courses shall be left undisturbed or be improved in a manner which will improve the hydraulics and ease of maintenance of the channel.
(F) Reserve strips controlling access to public streets shall be permitted provided that the control and disposition of land comprising such strip is placed within the jurisdiction of the City under conditions specified by the Council and shown on the plat. (Ord. 115, 10-4-76, eff. 10-21-76)