(A) Residential and commercial development. Sidewalks shall be required for all residential developments that contain five lots/units or more. Sidewalks shall be required through the site plan approval process for commercial developments.
(B) Construction standards. Sidewalks shall be constructed in accordance with all applicable city standards and specifications, and with all applicable ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) requirements. Sidewalks shall be setback at least five feet from the back of the curb or pavement and such sidewalks shall have a minimum width of five feet, or as shown on the Typical Street Sections approved as part of the Master Street Plan and listed in Table 90.900.2. Provided, however, that under unique circumstances, exceptions may be made through site plan approval, for a sidewalk to be attached to the curb or be located closer than five feet to the curb.
(C) Timing of installation. Required sidewalks shall be installed prior to occupancy of any structure.
(D) Reference Article 90.900, Sidewalks, for additonal requirements.
(Ord. 2017-05-635, passed 5-2-17; Am. Ord. 2022-04-984, passed 4-5-22)