A. The design of each new subdivision shall be prepared in accordance with the principles established by the comprehensive plan for the City for land use, transportation, community facilities, and public utility services, and with the minimum standards of these and other regulations, to ensure efficient and coordinated development of the entire community.
B. The sizes of lots, blocks, and other areas for residential, commercial, industrial, and public uses shall be designed to provide adequate light, air, open space, landscaping, and off-street parking and loading facilities.
C. The arrangement of lots, blocks, and the street system should be designed to make the most advantageous use of topography and natural physical features. Tree masses or large individual trees should be preserved. The system of sidewalks, roadways, and the lot layout should be designed to take advantage of the visual qualities of the area.
(Code 1991, § 12-450)