(A) Cross streets, dividing residential areas into blocks shall be of intervals appropriate to the terrain and intensity of development. Adequate circulation shall be provided within a subdivision by the cross streets. Optimum block length is normally between 660 and 1,320 feet.
(B) Walkways through long blocks may be required, their location and number being determined by block length, convenient pedestrian traffic routes to schools, and commercial and recreational facilities. Walkways shall not be less than ten feet wide and shall be suitably improved for all-weather pedestrian traffic. Lighting may be required.
(1966 Code, § 17A-10)