§ 4.3. Blocks.

(a)

Lengths, widths and shapes of blocks shall be determined with due regard to:

(1)

Provision of adequate building sites suitable to the special needs of the type of use anticipated.

(2)

Zoning requirements as to lot sizes and dimensions.

(3)

Needs for convenient access, circulation, control and safety of street and pedestrian traffic.

(4)

Limitations and opportunities of topography.

(b)

Block lengths shall not exceed eighteen (18) hundred (1,800) feet nor be less than four hundred (400) feet, except where alternate designs are approved by the planning director as conforming to standard practice; provided, however, that any such waiver shall be put into writing and include the reasons therefor, and be made a part of the permanent application record.

(c)

Pedestrian walks not less than ten (10) feet wide shall be required where deemed essential to provide circulation, or access to schools, playgrounds, shopping centers, transportation and other community facilities. Where such walks are provided they shall be located and fenced, screened, lighted or otherwise improved in such manner as to provide security, tranquility and privacy for occupants of adjoining property for users of the walks.

(Ord. No. 2155, 6-23-92)

(Ord. No. 2155, 6-23-92)