The arrangement, size, and location of blocks shall be designed to conform to topography and natural features, as well as to contemporary street planning standards, and to accommodate lots, developments, and open spaces of a size and character specified in the Comprehensive Plan or required by this Planning and Zoning Code.
(a) Size. The lengths, widths, and shapes of blocks shall be such as are appropriate for the locality and the type of development contemplated. In residential subdivisions, block lengths should be designed to provide convenient and safe traffic circulation. In long blocks, the Planning Commission may require the reservation of an easement through the block to accommodate utilities, drainage facilities, or pedestrian traffic. Generally, the width of blocks should be planned to accommodate two tiers of lots. A single tier of lots may, however, be required to separate a development from arterial streets, adjoining developments, or open space.
(b) Coordinated Development. If the subdivision of a single parcel would result in fractional or odd-shaped lots or lack of street frontage, or would otherwise not conform to these Subdivision Regulations or this Planning and Zoning Code, the developer may be required to submit a plan for adjoining undeveloped or partially developed land to ensure eventual coordinated development thereof. The City may adopt mapped street plans for such areas and may require the reservation of rights of way.
(Ord. 24-97. Passed 10-14-97; Ord. 75-2005. Passed 10-11-05.)