All plats must conform to the following block design standards:

1.

The length, width and shape of blocks shall be determined with due regard to:

a.

Provisions of adequate building sites suitable to the special need of the type of use contemplated.

b.

Zoning requirements as to lot size and dimensions.

c.

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

d.

Limitations and opportunities of topography.

2.

Block length shall not exceed 1,500 feet, or be less than 400 feet, unless a lesser or greater length is requested by the subdivider and is deemed advisable because of unusual conditions by the city engineer.

3.

In blocks 900 feet in length or over, pedestrian crosswalks not less than ten feet wide may be required to provide circulation or access to school, playground, shopping center, transportation, and other community facilities.

(Ord. No. 3788, § 11, 8-5-2013)