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185.22 MINIMUM STREET AND ALLEY WIDTHS.
   1.   The street layout shall be in conformity with a plan for the most advantageous development of the entire neighboring area. Offset streets should be avoided. The angle of intersection between minor streets and major streets should not vary by more than ten degrees from a right angle.
   2.   The minimum width for major streets shall be 66 feet.
   3.   The minimum width for minor streets shall be 66 feet. When streets adjoin unsubdivided property, a half street at least 33 feet in width may be dedicated, and whenever subdivided property adjoins a half street the remainder of the street shall be dedicated.
   4.   Alleys are not recommended except under very unusual conditions in the residential block. When provided, a minimum width of 16½ feet shall be required. Alleys are required in the rear of all business lots and shall be at least 20 feet wide. A five-foot cutoff shall be made at all acute angle alley intersections.