Title 17 SUBDIVISIONS*
Chapter 17.16 DESIGN STANDARDS
17.16.040 Planning considerations.
The subdivision design shall take into consideration the
following planning considerations:
A. Particular consideration shall be given to topography in
relation to slope stability.
B. Land subject to flooding shall be set aside for uses which
will not aggravate the danger of a flood hazard, will not be endangered by
flooding, nor endanger the general health, safety and welfare of the
residents.
C. The subdivision plan shall be designed to permit
continuation of streets into adjacent subdivisions unless there is justification
for an alternate design.
D. Land area for floodplains, natural or scenic areas,
schools, parks, open space, road right-of-way and easements shall be reserved
and located according to good planning practices and principles. (Ord. 588
§ 1(part), 1996)