Defiance City Zoning Code
CHAPTER 1167
Subdivision and Improvement Standards
1167.01 PURPOSE.
The regulations in this chapter shall control the manner in which streets, lots, and other elements of a subdivision are arranged on the land. These design controls shall help ensure the provision of convenient and safe streets, creation of usable lots, provision of space for public utilities, and reservation of land for recreational uses. The planning of attractive and functional neighborhoods shall be promoted, minimizing the undesirable features of unplanned, haphazard growth. (Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.02 CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS.
(a) The standards for design and construction of improvements shall be not less than those outlined in this code.
(b) The work shall be done under City supervision and inspection and shall be completed within the time fixed or agreed upon by the City Engineer.
(c) The minimum requirements for materials shall be in accordance with the standards of the current volume of Construction and Material Specifications of the Ohio Department of Transportation and the requirements of the Ohio EPA and the Ohio Department of Health.
(d) All inspection costs shall be paid for by the subdivider.
(e) The design of all improvements shall conform to the standards and specifications of the City Engineer, other applicable county and state agencies, and this code.
(f) Energy Conservation Design. Each proposed subdivision should be designed to provide maximum opportunities for energy conservation, including opportunities for passive or natural heating or cooling opportunities, in compliance with the following:
(1) Where feasible, lots should be largely oriented in an east-west direction.
(2) Proposed lots should be designed, where feasible, to provide building sites that permit the orientation of structures in east-west alignment for southern exposure, and to take advantage of existing shade or prevailing breezes.
(g) Subdivision Names. The proposed name of the subdivision shall not duplicate or too closely approximate phonetically, the name of any other subdivision in the City or county. The City shall have final authority to designate the name of the subdivision.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.03 STREETS.
(a) General Street Requirements.
(1) The arrangement, character, extent, width, grade, construction and location of all streets shall be considered in their relation to existing and planned streets, topographical conditions and public convenience and safety, and in their appropriate relation to the proposed uses of the land to be served by such streets.
(2) The street pattern shall discourage through traffic in the interior of a subdivision.
(3) The subdivider shall provide, within the boundaries of the subdivision plat, the necessary right-of-way for the widening, continuance or alignment of such streets in conformity with the Major Thoroughfare Plan.
(4) Streets are subject to the design and construction requirements of the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook.
(5) Conformity to Major Thoroughfare Plan and Other Ordinances.
A. The arrangement, character, extent, width, grade, construction, and location of all streets or extensions thereof shall conform to the City's Major Thoroughfare Plan.
B. Thoroughfares not contained in the Major Thoroughfare Plan shall conform to the design standards set forth in this chapter.
(6) Access.
A. Access points are subject to the standards of the City of Defiance Access Management Regulations.
B. Access from subdivisions of all types of developments to arterial and collector streets, in order to provide maximum safety and convenience, shall be provided by streets or drives serving all lots or developments within the subdivision.
C. Streets or drives serving commercial or industrial developments and their accessory parking areas shall connect with arterial or collector streets so as not to generate traffic on local or residential streets.
D. Where a subdivision adjoins an arterial street, a marginal access street shall be designed if the subdivision design is such that residential lots would require direct vehicular access onto the arterial highway.
E. Access points to local streets from lots within the subdivision shall not be located nearer than the standards specified in the Access Management Regulations.
F. No original parcel as of January 1, 1975, shall be denied access.
G. Driveways for agricultural operations and temporary driveways are exempted from this section.
(b) Street Design Standards.
(1) Cul-de-Sacs, Local, and Loop-Type Local Streets.
A. The design and improvement standards for cul-de-sacs and local streets are contained in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook and are suggested minimum standards.
B. Exceptions to the standards contained in City of Defiance Engineering Handbook are permitted under certain conditions for large lots. See Section 1165.08 Variances.
C. In the event of a conflict between standards contained the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook and the current edition of the Major Thoroughfare Plan, the Major Thoroughfare Plan shall control.
(2) Collector Streets.
A. The design and improvement standards for collector streets contained in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook are minimum standards for all collector streets.
B. If a standard contained herein conflicts with the Major Thoroughfare Plan, the Major Thoroughfare Plan shall control.
(3) Dead-End Streets.
A. Permanent dead-end streets shall not be permitted.
B. Temporary dead-end streets shall be permitted only as part of a continuing street plan and only if a temporary turnaround satisfactory to the City Engineer in design is provided and provisions for maintenance and removal are advanced.
C. Requirements for safety vehicles must be considered.
D. Temporary dead-end streets longer than 200 feet shall not be permitted.
(4) Half-Streets.
A. Dedication of new half-streets shall not be permitted.
B. Where a dedicated or platted half-street exists adjacent to the tract being subdivided, the other half shall be platted.
(5) Alleys.
A. Alleys may be required in commercial and industrial districts if other provisions cannot be made for adequate service access.
B. The minimum width of right-of-way for alleys shall be in accordance with the standards in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook.
C. The minimum pavement width for alleys shall be in accordance with the standards in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook.
(6) Visibility and Curvature.
A. Horizontal Alignment.
1. A curve of adequate radius shall connect tangents.
2. Between reverse curves, a minimum tangent in accordance with the standards in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook shall be introduced.
B. Vertical Alignment.
1. Minimum vertical visibility shall conform to the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) regulations in effect on the date of the approval of the preliminary plat.
2. No street grade shall be less than the standards contained in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook. In the event of a conflict between the Engineering Handbook and the Major Thoroughfare Plan, the Major Thoroughfare Plan shall control.
C. Visibility and sight distances are subject to the standards of the City of Defiance Access Management Regulations.
(7) Street Intersections.
A. The design and improvement standards for intersections are contained in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook and are suggested minimum standards for all street intersections in subdivisions.
B. In the event of a conflict between the Engineering Handbook and the Major Thoroughfare Plan or the Access Management Regulations, the Major Thoroughfare Plan or Access Management Regulations shall control.
C. Multiple intersections involving junctions of more than two (2) streets shall be avoided.
(8) Street Dedications. A street that is not constructed to City standards will not be accepted by the City for dedication as a public street. However, even a street that complies with all applicable City standards may not be accepted for dedication.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.04 CURBS AND GUTTERS.
(a) The requirements for curbs and gutters will vary according to the character of the area and the density of development.
(1) Curbs shall be required to channel the flow of water.
(2) Curbs shall be required on all streets in residential areas within the corporate limits.
(3) Curbs shall be required in commercial developments or where other similar intensive urban uses exist or are anticipated.
(4) Where curbs exist on abutting properties, their extension shall be required throughout the proposed subdivision.
(b) Curbs, combined curbs, and gutters shall be constructed in conformity with the current Construction and Material Specifications of ODOT.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.05 DRIVEWAYS.
(a) Driveways shall have a maximum grade of ten percent (10%).
(b) Driveways shall be located not less than three (3) feet from the side lot line.
(c) Curb cuts for straight curbs and the flare for rolled curbs shall be three (3) feet wider than the driveway pavement on each side.
(d) Driveways shall be constructed with Portland cement concrete or asphalt concrete to the property line from the edge of the pavement, as required by the City Engineer.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.06 SIDEWALKS.
(a) Residential Subdivisions.
(1) Sidewalks shall be required on both sides of a street in all residential subdivisions.
(2) Sidewalks may be required in other instances, as determined by Planning Commission.
(b) Nonresidential Subdivisions.
(1) Public sidewalks shall be required for industrial and commercial lots, subject to the approval of the Planning Commission.
(2) Special consideration shall be given in areas where potentially heavy pedestrian traffic may develop, such as schools, hospitals, churches, parks and similar types of uses.
(c) Construction Standards. All sidewalks shall be constructed in accordance with the standards contained in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.07 BLOCKS.
(a) The arrangement of blocks shall be such as to conform to the street planning criteria set forth in Section 1167.03 Streets, and shall be arranged to accommodate lots and building sites of the size and character required for the district as set forth in this code, and to provide for the required community facilities.
(b) Irregularly shaped blocks, blocks intended for cul-de-sacs or loop streets, and blocks containing interior parks or playgrounds may be approved by the planning commission if properly designed and located, and if the maintenance of interior public spaces is covered by agreements.
(c) No block shall be longer than 1,320 feet.
(d) Block width shall accommodate two tiers of lots, except where unusual topography or other exceptional physical circumstances exist.
(e) Where blocks are over 900 feet in length, a crosswalk easement not less than ten (10) feet in width at or near the halfway point may be required to provide proper access to schools, recreational areas, shopping centers and other facilities.
(1) The developer shall be responsible for the installation of required crosswalks.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.08 LOTS.
(a) Lot arrangement and design shall be such that all lots will provide satisfactory building sites that are properly related to the topography and the character of surrounding development.
(b) All lots shall conform to or exceed the requirements of this code for the district in which they are located and the use for which they are intended.
(c) Each lot shall front on a public thoroughfare.
(d) The minimum lot size, width and setback shall be as specified in Section 1173.02 Dimensional Standards.
(e) All side lot lines shall be at right angles to street lines and radial to curved street lines, except as otherwise approved by the Planning Commission.
(f) Corner lots fronting two streets shall be avoided except where otherwise approved by the Planning Commission.
(g) No corner lot shall be less than seventy-five (75) feet in width, as measured at the building line.
(h) Lots shall have a minimum depth of 120 feet.
(i) The average depth of a lot shall not exceed two and one-half (2 ½) times its average width.
(j) Lot grading plans shall be required as specified by the City Engineer and in accordance with the standards contained in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.09 EASEMENTS.
(a) Easements at least twenty (20) feet in width centered along rear or side lot lines shall be provided where necessary for sanitary sewers and water lines.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.10 FLOOD CONTROL.
(a) In order to protect the health, safety and general welfare of the people, the Planning Commission shall reject any proposed subdivision located in an area subject to periodic flooding.
(b) If the subdivision is located in an area having poor drainage or other adverse physical characteristics, the Planning Commission may approve the subdivision, provided that the subdivider agrees to perform such improvements as will render the area safe for the intended use.
(c) In lieu of improvements, the subdivider shall furnish a surety or certified check covering the cost of the required improvements, subject to the approval of the Planning Commission.
(d) Development located within areas designated as an "Area of Special Flood Hazard" on the Flood Insurance Rate Map is subject to the regulations of Chapter 1333 Flood Plain Construction Standards of the Codified Ordinances.
(e) Flood Control and Storm Drainage Easements. Easements to access flood control and storm drainage ditches, channels, or structures shall be provided as stipulated in Section 1174.11 Easements Required.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.11 PUBLIC UTILITIES AND UNDERGROUND FACILITIES.
(a) Electric service and communication services shall be provided within each subdivision.
(b) Gas service may be required where reasonably accessible. Whenever such facilities are reasonably accessible and available, they may be required to be installed within the area prior to the approval of the final plat.
(c) Telephone, electric, and street lighting wires, conduits and cables are encouraged to be constructed underground.
(d) Overhead utility lines, where installed, shall be located at the direction of the respective utility.
(e) Whenever a sanitary sewer line and electric or telephone line are each placed underground in the same utility easement, the following provisions shall be applicable:
(1) The total easement width shall be not less than twenty (20) feet.
(2) The sanitary sewer line shall be installed within three (3) feet of one side of the easement, and the electric or telephone line shall be installed within three (3) feet of the opposite side of the easement.
(f) Utilities shall be installed in accordance with the agreement between the respective utilities. (Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.12 STREET TREES.
(a) Street trees shall be provided by the subdivider in all subdivisions where curbs, gutters and/or sidewalks are required in accordance with standards and specifications of the City's Tree Care and Maintenance Ordinance.
(b) There shall be no trees or shrubs planted within the street right-of-way unless in compliance with the City's Tree Care and Maintenance Ordinance.
(c) The trees and shrubs shall be species which are resistant to damage and disease and which do not cause interference with underground utilities, sidewalks, street lighting or visibility at street intersections, and shall comply to the City's Tree Care and Maintenance Ordinance.
(d) Existing trees should be retained in new subdivisions whenever possible.
(e) The spacing of street tree plantings shall be specified by the City's Tree Care and Maintenance Ordinance.
(f) Special planting designs may be approved by the Shade Tree Commission.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.13 PUBLIC SITES, OPEN SPACE, AND NATURAL FEATURES.
(a) Planned Public Sites.
(1) Where a park, playground, school, or public access to water frontage, as shown in the comprehensive plan, is located in whole or in part in a proposed subdivision, the Planning Commission shall request the dedication of such area within the subdivision.
(2) The subdivider shall pay for only that portion of the cost of the public site that benefits his or her subdivision as determined by Planning Commission.
(b) Park and Playground Fee Required.
(1) Applicability.
A. Payment of a park and recreation fee shall be required for all minor subdivisions in which more than one (1) dwelling unit is being constructed on a lot or parcel.
B. The fees payable hereunder shall be on the same basis as if a subdivision of the lot or parcel were made.
C. If any dwelling unit or additional dwelling unit is constructed upon real estate which, prior to March 1, 1978, had no dwelling unit located thereon or had a lesser number of dwelling units located thereon, at the time that the building permit for such construction was obtained, the owner of the real estate shall pay the park and recreation fee for such new or additional dwelling unit as provided herein.
1. This provision shall apply to platted areas and areas for which no plat is required.
2. This provision shall not apply if the result would be duplicate payment for the same dwelling unit by the subdivider-owner and the builder-owner, e.g. where a park and recreation fee has already been paid, unless additional dwelling units, for which no park and recreation fee has been previously paid, are built.
(2) The owner of each new subdivision, as a prerequisite to the approval of the final plat thereof, shall pay a park and playground fee.
(3) The fee shall be computed as the sum of one hundred dollars ($100.00) for each dwelling unit permitted to be constructed thereon under applicable zoning regulations.
(4) The Park and Recreation Fund shall be used for the acquisition or improvement of parks and playgrounds exclusively, and for no other purpose.
(5) Dedication of Open Space in Lieu of Payment.
A. In lieu of payment of the park and playground fee, Council, on recommendation of the Planning Commission, may accept the dedication, for public park and playground use, of open spaces constituting not less than fifteen percent (15%) of the gross acreage of the subdivision (lots or parcels intended for nonresidential uses are not included in this computation), suitably located and of adequate size.
B. In no event shall the aggregate value of such dedicated land be less than the equivalent park and playground fee otherwise payable and computed in accordance with the formula established in Subsection 1167.13(b)(3) hereof.
(6) Planned Unit Development.
A. In lieu of payment of the park and playground fee, or of dedication for public park and playground use, the City may accept or recommend a planned unit development.
B. Under this option, common open space is provided for the semiprivate use of the residents of the subdivision.
C. Legal agreements must be filed and recorded with the subdivision plat describing the purpose, use, and ownership of the common areas and establishing an organization to finance, manage, and maintain the common areas.
(c) Natural Features. The Planning Commission shall, wherever possible, establish the preservation of all natural features which add value to residential developments and to the community, whether located in residential developments, commercial developments, or industrial developments, such as large wooded areas, watercourses, areas of historical significance, and similar irreplaceable assets.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.14 WATER SUPPLY.
(a) Where, in the determination of the Planning Commission, a public water supply is reasonably accessible or is required because of pollution problems, the subdivision shall be provided with a complete water distribution system meeting the requirements of the respective water utility.
(b) Where a public water supply is not available or not required, the subdivider shall supply acceptable evidence of the availability of water.
(1) The subdivider may be required to make one or more test wells in the area to be platted if such evidence is deemed not acceptable.
(2) Copies of well logs which are obtained shall include the name and address of the well driller and shall be submitted with the plat to the Planning Commission.
(c) Individual private wells shall be located as per county health department regulations. (Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.15 SEWAGE DISPOSAL.
(a) Where an adequate public sanitary sewer system is reasonably accessible, in the determination of the Planning Commission, public sanitary sewers shall be installed to adequately serve all lots, including lateral connections to the public system.
(1) Public sewer system extensions shall meet the requirements of the Ohio EPA and City standards.
(2) Combinations of sanitary sewers and storm sewers shall be prohibited.
(b) Where a public sanitary sewer system is not reasonably accessible, the subdivider may provide a central treatment plant for the group, provided that such central treatment plant is installed in accordance with state and county board of health requirements; or lots may be served by individual disposal systems subject to the provisions of Subsection 1167.15(c).
(c) Where the installation of individual disposal systems is considered, the suitability of the soil for individual systems, the absorptive ability of the soil, surface drainage, ground water level and topography shall be the criteria for determining whether or not the installation of individual systems is permissible. Criteria shall be in accordance with the requirements of the county board of health and the requirements of the Ohio EPA.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.16 STORM DRAINAGE.
(a) The subdivider shall construct all necessary facilities, including underground pipes, inlets, catch basins, open drainage ditches, or controlled run-off as determined by the City Engineer, to provide for the adequate disposal of subsurface and surface water and for the maintenance of natural drainage courses. Storm drainage design calculations shall be performed and facilities designed in accordance with the standards of the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook.
(b) Where an adequate public storm sewer is available at the plat boundary, the subdivider shall construct a storm sewerage system and connect with such storm sewer line.
(1) If such storm sewerage system is not accessible, natural drainage channels with easements of adequate width shall be provided, as determined by the City Engineer and approved by the Planning Commission.
(2) Paved gutters, storm sewers, or controlled run-off, or any combination thereof, shall be required if velocities of flow are greater than those specified in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook or cause destructive erosion.
(3) Storm drainage, including drain tiles around basements, shall not be permitted to discharge into any sanitary sewer facility, but shall connect to a drainage outlet approved by the City Engineer.
(c) Storm water management requirements pursuant to Chapter 1174 Storm Water Management Regulations shall apply.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.17 CULVERTS AND BRIDGES.
(a) Where natural drainage channels intersect any street right-of-way, the subdivider shall have satisfactory bridges or culverts constructed.
(b) Where culverts are required, minimum requirements shall be observed as set forth by the City Engineer, and as specified in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook.
(1) All culvert lengths shall be determined by good design practice and be approved by the City Engineer.
(2) The cover over the culvert and its capacity shall be approved by the City Engineer.
(3) Depending on existing drainage conditions, head walls may be required as determined by the City Engineer.
(c) Driveway culverts shall have a minimum length and diameter as required by the City Engineer.
(1) The driveway culverts shall be laid so as to maintain the flow lines of the ditch or gutter.
(2) Head walls may be required.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.18 GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE.
(a) Green Infrastructure Techniques. The City encourages the use of green infrastructure techniques because of their connection to sustainable development practices and environmental quality. The proper use of green infrastructure can improve storm water run-off quality, decrease run-off volume, protect downstream streams and rivers, and create more interesting places to live. The following green infrastructure techniques can be incorporated into new subdivisions with approval from the City Engineer:
(1) Narrower pavement widths;
(2) Narrower right-of-way widths;
(3) Grassy swales and shoulders without curb and gutter;
(4) Pedestrian walkways that do not constitute a pedestrian circulation system equal to sidewalk on both sides of the street;
(5) Permeable pavers (e.g., pavers, permeable concrete, permeable asphalt pavement);
(6) Bioretention swales;
(7) Planter boxes; and
(8) Curb extensions.
(b) Criteria for Green Infrastructure Waivers. The City Engineer may grant a green infrastructure waiver for use of the green infrastructure techniques identified in Subsection 1167.18(a) provided:
(1) The techniques are proposed to utilize the landscape's ability to reduce, slow, filter, and/or absorb storm water run-off from streets, parking lots, and buildings;
(2) The techniques are consistent with best management practices; and
(3) The technique has been designed by a professional engineer and is accompanied by documentation stating that the proposed technique does not pose a threat to public safety.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.19 FIRE PROTECTION.
(a) The type of hydrant and control valves and the location of the hydrant shall meet the standards of the City as specified in the City of Defiance Engineering Handbook, or as directed by the Fire Chief.
(b) The developer of any subdivision to be served by public water supply shall submit the present and proposed domestic and fire flow requirement to the City Engineer and the Fire Chief for approval of proposed water main sizes.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7- 2-24.)
1167.20 STREET NAMES AND SIGNS.
(a) Street name signs, of a type in use throughout the City, shall be erected by the subdivider at all intersections.
(b) Whenever a new street is constructed along the approximate alignment or extension of an existing street, its name shall be the same as that of the existing street.
(c) Whenever a street alignment changes direction more than seventy-five (75) degrees without a return to the original alignment within a distance of 500 feet, then the name of the street shall be changed at the point of curvature.
(d) Whenever a cul-de-sac street serves not more than three (3) lots, the name of the intersecting street shall apply to the cul-de-sac.
(e) To avoid duplication and confusion, the proposed names of all streets shall be approved by the City Engineer prior to the names being assigned or used.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.21 MONUMENTS AND MARKERS.
(a) The surveyor shall set boundary monuments so that, upon completion of the survey, each corner of the property and each referenced control station are physically monumented.
(b) Permanent monuments shall be accurately set and established at the boundary line of a subdivision, at intersections of those boundary lines with all street lines, at the beginning and end of all curves, at points on curves where the radius or direction changes and at such other points as are necessary to definitely establish all lines of the plat.
(1) Such markers shall be made of stone or concrete at least four (4) inches in diameter or four (4) inches square and properly marked.
A. The markings on such markers shall consist of a cross cut with legs of the cross at least three (3) inches long and at least one-eighth (1/8) inch deep.
B. Solid iron pins of at least one (1) inch diameter may also be used as permanent markers.
C. All stone, concrete or iron pin markers shall be at least thirty-six (36) inches long and the bottom of such markers shall be at least thirty (30) inches below finished grade.
(2) At all other lot corners, solid iron pins five-eighths (5/8) inch in diameter and at least thirty (30) inches long, or iron pipe monuments at least one (1) inch in diameter, with a minimum cross-section area of two-tenths (0.2) square inches, and at least thirty (30) inches long, may be used.
(3) All five-eighths (5/8) inch iron pins and one (1) inch iron pipes shall be identified with a durable marker bearing the surveyor's Ohio registration number and name or company name.
(c) When it is impossible or impractical to set a boundary monument on a corner, the surveyor shall set a reference monument, similar in character to the boundary monument and preferably along one of the property lines which intersect at that corner.
(1) When such a reference monument is used, it shall be clearly identified as a reference monument on the plat of the property and in any new deed description which may be written for the property.
(d) All monuments, markers and pins shall be designated on the preliminary plat before it is presented for record, but the setting of such markers shall not be required prior to the completion of construction necessary to the improvement of the land.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.22 IMPROVEMENTS OR GUARANTEE REQUIRED PRIOR TO FINAL PLAT APPROVAL.
All improvements required herein shall be constructed prior to the granting of final plat approval by the Planning Commission, or the subdivider shall, if approved by the Planning Commission, furnish the Planning Commission with a performance bond or escrow agreement for the estimated construction cost for the ultimate installation, as provided by Subsection 1165.05(h) Escrow and Bonding Requirements, and additionally shall provide a bond guaranteeing workmanship and materials as provided in such section.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.23 OVERSIZED AND OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS.
(a) Where the City Engineer determines that the design and construction of utilities, pavements, or other improvements are integral to the orderly development of adjacent properties or to the development of an efficient, adequately designed utility or pavement network for service to the geographic area in which the subdivision is located, the City Engineer shall require the developer to oversize (enlarge) the improvement in design and construction, or require the construction of extensions from improvements to be constructed in the subdivision, so as to provide service to property beyond the boundary of the subdivision.
(b) The subdivider shall be required to pay for only that part of the construction costs for the arterial streets, trunk sewers or water lines which are serving the proposed subdivision, as determined by the City Engineer.
(1) The City may pay the difference between the cost of required improvements for the proposed subdivision and improvements required to service the surrounding areas.
(2) Each case requiring City participation shall require approval by City Council.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.24 EXTENSIONS OF IMPROVEMENTS TO BOUNDARIES AND OFF-SITE.
(a) The subdivider may be required to extend the necessary improvements to the boundary of the proposed subdivision to serve adjoining unsubdivided land, as determined by the Planning Commission.
(b) If streets or utilities are not available at the boundary of a proposed subdivision, and if the Planning Commission finds that extensions across undeveloped areas would not be warranted as a special assessment to the intervening properties, the subdivider may be required, prior to approval of the final plat, to obtain necessary easements or rights-of-way and to construct and pay for such extensions.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)
1167.25 FINAL INSPECTIONS.
Upon completion of all improvements, the subdivider shall request, in writing, a final inspection by the city engineer as required under ORC 711.091.
(Ord. 8592. Passed 7-2-24.)