Copperas Cove |
Code of Ordinances |
Chapter 17.5. SUBDIVISIONS |
Article VI. DESIGN STANDARDS FOR LOTS AND BLOCKS |
§ 17.5-112. Blocks.
(a)
Block dimensions. Block size and shape shall be conditioned by the type and use of the proposed development and shall be compatible with the size and shape of blocks in neighboring developments. Blocks in residential areas should be at least two hundred (200) feet, but not more than one thousand two hundred (1,200) feet, in length and at least one hundred (100) feet, but not more than three hundred fifty (350) feet, in depth. Deviation from these general requirements shall be considered on a case by case basis. The city planner and the city engineer shall make a recommendation to the planning and zoning commission and city council. The length of the block can be increased, provided that the number of lots does not exceed forty (40) for both sides of the street. Appropriate block dimensions in a commercial or industrial development are relative to land use and shall be considered on a case by case basis. Effect on the flow of traffic and safety precautions necessitated by the development shall be primary factors in determining appropriate block length. The city planner and the city engineer shall make a recommendation to the planning and zoning commission and city council.
(b)
Pedestrian walkways. The city may require the dedication of pedestrian and bicycle access to parks, schools, playgrounds, shopping centers, or other community facilities. The city planner and the city engineer shall make a recommendation to the planning and zoning commission and city council. Where the parks and recreation plan calls for bike trails, a minimum of fifteen (15) feet shall be dedicated. Other pedestrian access easements shall be a minimum of ten (10) feet.
(Ord. No. 1998-14, § 1(Exh. A), 6-2-98; Ord. No. 2016-61, § 1(Exh. A), 10-13-16)