8-5-4: BLOCKS:

   A.   Generally: The length, widths, and shapes of blocks are determined by:

      1.   Provision of adequate building sites suitable to the special needs of the type of use contemplated including the base district requirements as to property sizes and dimensions.

      2.   Avoiding double front lots, not to include corner lots. If unavoidable, one of the frontages shall be restricted from access, unless approved by the Director.

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

      4.   The limitations and opportunities of topography.

      5.   Arranging lots within blocks or abutting a cul-de-sac.

   B.   Standards:

      1.   Residential block lengths should range between four hundred feet (400') and six hundred feet (600'), unless the Director approves an alternative length based on consistency with adjacent streets, future land development patterns provided in the comprehensive plan, to provide a lot configuration that better protects natural resources or agricultural land.

      2.   Pedestrian access rights of way not less than ten feet (10') wide, may be required for walkways through or across a block when deemed desirable to provide circulation, or access to schools, playgrounds, shopping centers, transportation, and other community facilities. That access right of way shall be located within an easement or on a separately platted lot.

(Ord. 1002, 10-28-2025)