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)