Willard City Zoning Code
ARTICLE XV
Required Public Improvements
Section 400.1240 General Requirements.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.1), 2-27-2002]
Improvements shall be installed only in accordance with an approved final plat and in accordance with construction plans that have been approved by the City Engineer in accordance with the requirements of this Chapter and the City of Willard Design Standards for Public Improvements.
Section 400.1250 Assurances For Completion of Improvements.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.2), 2-27-2002]
Before the final plat of any subdivision shall be approved or before the final development plan or site plan is approved, as may be applicable, the developer shall provide for the installation of all improvements described in this Article and in conformance with the requirements of Article XVI, Guarantees for Public Improvements.
Section 400.1260 Monuments and Markers.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.3), 2-27-2002]
A.
Monuments shall be placed at all block corners at the point where the curve in a street right-of-way meets with the tangent to the curve and at all controlling corners of the subdivision. Monuments shall have the registration number of the land surveyor in charge or the corporate registration number or name legibly stamped or imprinted thereon and shall comply with the Missouri Minimum Standards for Property Boundary Surveys. All monuments will be installed in accordance with those standards.
B.
The surveyor shall select a type of monument providing a degree of permanency consistent with that of the adjacent terrain and physical features as required by these standards. All monuments shall be solid and free from movement. They shall be set in the ground at least to the depth of the minimum length given unless they are encased in concrete. With the exception of drill holes and cut crosses, the precise position of the corner shall be marked by a point on a cap and the cap shall be inscribed with the registration number of the land surveyor in responsible charge or the corporate number or name of the company.
C.
Permanent monuments shall be selected from the following:
1.
Concrete monuments consisting of reinforced concrete at least four (4) inches square or in diameter and no less than twenty-four (24) inches in length with its precise position marked by a point on a brass or aluminum cap not less than one and one-half (1½) inches in diameter.
2.
Commercial cast iron or aluminum survey markers no less than twenty-four (24) inches in length. Non-ferrous markers shall have ceramic magnets attached to aid in recovery.
3.
Steel, coated steel or aluminum rod markers not less than five-eighths (5/8) inch in diameter iron pipe markers not less than three-quarter (¾) inches inside diameter and not less than twenty-four (24) inches in length. These monuments shall have a permanently attached cap of the same metal or of a dissimilar metal if the metals are insulated with a plastic insert to reduce corrosion. Non-ferrous rod markers shall have ceramic magnets attached to aid in recovery.
4.
Brass or aluminum disk not less than two (2) inches in diameter, countersunk and well cemented in a drill hole in either solid rock or concrete. Ceramic magnets shall be attached or installed with the disk to aid in recovery.
D.
Semi-permanent monuments shall be selected from the following:
1.
Iron pipe markers not less than three-fourths (¾) outside diameter at least eighteen (18) inches in length and having a plastic metal cap.
2.
Steel or aluminum rod markers not less than one-half (½) inch in diameter and not less than eighteen (18) inches in length and having a plastic or aluminum cap.
3.
In urban built-up areas, a cross cut in concrete, brick or stone paving at the precise position of the corner or on a prolongation of a boundary line.
4.
In asphalt paving, railroad spikes, cotton picker spindles and other metal devices that are solid and not easily removed or destroyed. P.K. nails and concrete nails are not to be used as semi-permanent monuments.
E.
Existing monuments shall be evaluated for permanency by the surveyor. In no instance shall the surveyor be required by these standards to remove existing monuments unless the installation of a new monument is necessary to preserve the position of the corner.
F.
When it is impractical to set a required monument, a witness monument shall be set. It should be placed five (5) feet or more away from the point at an even foot measurement. Witness monuments less than five (5) feet from the point must be clearly identified and shown on the play. The location of the witness monument should be along a line of the survey or a prolongation of such line.
G.
Monumentation On Subdivision Surveys.
1.
Prior to recording a new subdivision plat, the surveyor shall establish semi-permanent or confirm existing monuments at each and every exterior corner on the boundaries of the tract of land being subdivided.
2.
The surveyor shall establish at least three (3) permanent monuments for each block created. This requirement is waived when the survey does not create more than four (4) lots or parcels and new public or private streets, roads or access easements.
3.
The permanent monuments required above in Subsection (G)(2) shall be set prior to the recording of the plat if they will not normally be moved or destroyed by construction, within six (6) months of their installation. If the required permanent monuments will be moved or destroyed by construction they must be installed upon completion of the construction but in any event within twelve (12) months after the plat has been recorded. The plat shall show all monuments to be set and note when they will be set.
4.
The surveyor shall, within twelve (12) months after recording the plat, monument all lot corners in the subdivision with semi-permanent monuments. The front lot corners may be monumented by notches or cross cut in concrete paving on the prolongation of the lot line.
H.
The plat shall show or reference the record source of the parent parcel from which the subdivision survey was made.
Section 400.1270 Streets - General Requirements.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.4), 2-27-2002]
A.
The classification, extent and location of all streets shall conform to the Willard Comprehensive Plan and the major street plan. Where not shown, the arrangement and design standards of streets shall conform to the provisions herein and the provisions of Chapter 405, Design Standards for Public Improvements.
B.
All streets, curbs and gutters shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the City of Willard Design Standards for Public Improvements. The Commission shall not approve streets that will be subject to frequent or repeated inundation or flooding.
C.
All street rights-of-way and pavement width requirements shall be in accordance with the provisions in the following table and the requirements of Chapter 405, Design Standards for Public Improvements.
Street Type | Minimum Right-of-Way Width (in feet) | Minimum Pavement Width (in feet) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Alley/service | ||||
Residential | 20 | 18 | ||
Commercial | 22 | 20 | ||
Local | 50 | 31 | ||
Collector | 60 | 38 | ||
Arterial | 80 | 52 | ||
Section 400.1280 Street Names and Numbers.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.5), 2-27-2002]
Street names shall be assigned by the developer with the approval of the Commission. Names of new streets shall not duplicate existing or platted street names unless the new street is a continuation of an existing or platted street. Building numbers shall be assigned by the City. The City shall coordinate street names and numbers with Greene County Emergency Services.
Section 400.1290 Street Signs.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.6), 2-27-2002]
Street name signs shall be placed at all intersections. Signs shall be constructed to meet the standards established by the Willard Board of Aldermen.
Section 400.1300 Private Streets.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.7), 2-27-2002]
A.
All private streets shall be designed and constructed in conformance with the requirements and standards of Chapter 405, Design Standards for Public Improvements.
B.
The developer shall be responsible for posting permanent signs at all major entrances to the development that indicate that the City is not responsible for maintenance of the private street(s).
Section 400.1310 Sidewalks.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.8), 2-27-2002]
A.
Sidewalks shall be required along one (1) side of all streets. If the Commission finds that unusual or peculiar conditions prevail with respect to traffic and/or safety of pedestrians, the Commission may require different standards of walkway improvements to ensure safe pedestrian access to schools, parks, other public use areas or adjoining streets.
B.
Sidewalks shall be constructed in conformance with the provisions of Chapter 405, Design Standards for Public Improvements. Sidewalks may be constructed of other suitable materials if the Commission determines that:
1.
Such sidewalks will serve residents of the development as adequately as concrete walks; and
2.
Such sidewalks would be more environmentally desirable or more in keeping with the overall design of the development; and
3.
The City will not incur greater than normal expense in maintaining such sidewalks dedicated for public use.
Section 400.1320 Blocks.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.9), 2-27-2002]
A.
Block length and width or acreage within bounding streets shall be such as to accommodate the size of lot required by the zoning district and to provide for convenient access, circulation and safety of street traffic.
B.
Block lengths shall not exceed one thousand three hundred twenty (1,320) feet or be less than three hundred (300) feet, except under unusual conditions.
C.
A block should be arranged so as to provide two (2) tiers of lots and to allow for adequate pedestrian access through the subdivision and to adjoining properties.
Section 400.1330 Lots - General.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.10), 2-27-2002]
A.
All lots shall abut by their full frontage on a publicly dedicated or private street.
B.
Side lot lines shall be at approximate right angles to straight street lines or radial to curved street lines.
C.
In conformance with the requirements of the zoning district, corner lots for residential use shall have extra width to permit appropriate building setback from and orientation to both streets.
D.
Double frontage and reverse frontage lots shall be avoided except where essential to provide separation of residential development from arterial streets or to overcome site specific difficulties of topography or orientation. Where double frontage lots are permitted, access from the "rear" street is prohibited.
E.
Lots designed for multi-family, commercial or industrial use shall have limited entrances onto collector and arterial streets.
F.
Single-family and duplex lots should not be designed to take access on arterial streets.
G.
Lots subject to flooding and deemed uninhabitable by the Commission shall not be platted for residential occupancy or for such other uses as may increase danger to health, life or property or aggravate flood hazards. Such land within the plat shall be set aside for such uses that shall not be endangered by periodic or occasional inundation or shall not result in unsatisfactory living conditions.
H.
All land area within the plat shall be designated as a lot, dedicated to and accepted by the City or designated for particular use with adequate provisions for continued maintenance. Remnants of land not designated for private use, utilities or other public purpose are not permitted.
I.
Building lines shall be shown on all lots intended for residential use and in some cases may be required on lots intended for business use.
Section 400.1340 Lot Dimensions.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.11), 2-27-2002]
Minimum lot size, width, depth and minimum building setback lines shall conform to requirements of the zoning district.
Section 400.1350 Lot Easements.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.12), 2-27-2002]
A.
Easements may be required for the installation of utilities and stormwater improvements. Minimum easement width shall be ten (10) feet, except that a wider easement may be required by the Commission as determined appropriate by the City Engineer. The size and location of drainage easements shall be approved by the City Engineer. Any stormwater facilities developed in accordance with this Section shall be in a dedicated easement to the City. All easements shall be of sufficient width to enable the access and movement of equipment necessary for maintenance and/or repair.
B.
All easements shall connect with easements established in adjoining properties.
Section 400.1360 Utilities.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.13), 2-27-2002]
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable television, shall be installed according to the specifications and minimum standards of the controlling utility company. No installation of such utilities shall commence until the entity responsible for installation has obtained a permit from the City in accordance with the provisions of Article III.
Section 400.1370 Lighting.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.14), 2-27-2002]
All public streets, sidewalks and other common areas or facilities in subdivisions created after the effective date of this Chapter shall be sufficiently illuminated to ensure the safety of persons using such streets, sidewalks and other common areas. Street lights should be no greater than three hundred (300) feet in spacing and should be located at intersections.
Section 400.1380 Wastewater Disposal.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.15), 2-27-2002]
All development shall be provided with an approved system for wastewater disposal; the subdivider shall be responsible for installation of all sewer utilities in conformance with the provisions of Chapter 405, Design Standards for Public Improvements.
Section 400.1390 Water Supply.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.16), 2-27-2002]
Every subdivision and lot within the subdivision shall be provided with a potable water supply designed and installed in conformance with the requirements of Chapter 405, Design Standards for Public Improvements.
Section 400.1400 Stormwater Management.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.17), 2-27-2002]
All development shall be provided for proper disposal of stormwater affecting the development. Stormwater drainage facilities shall be designed and installed in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 405, Design Standards for Public Improvements.
Section 400.1410 Floodplain Management.
[Ord. No. 020227 §1(15.18), 2-27-2002; Ord. No. 101213E §1, 12-13-2010]
All development located within the jurisdiction of the City of Willard identified as unnumbered A Zones on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Greene County dated December 17, 2010 on map panel numbers 29077C0180E, 29077C0185E, 29077C0187E, 29077C0191E, 29077C0192E, 29077C0193E, 29077C0194E and 29077C0306E, as amended, and any future revisions thereto shall be in compliance with the requirements of the floodplain management regulations as specified in Article XVII, Section 400.1520.
Section 400.1420 (Reserved) [1]
[1]
Editor's Note — Ord. no. 120409J §1, adopted April 9, 2012, repealed section 400.1420 "park/recreational development, dedication or fee in lieu of" in its entirety. Former section 400.1420 derived from ord. no. 020227 §1(15.19), 2-27-2002; ord. no. 060313 §1, 3-13-2006.