§ 19-402. Subdivision design standards: Alleys.

A.

Alleys are not generally required in residential developments.

B.

In commercial and industrial areas with lots greater than one (1) acre, alleys are not generally needed. Whenever alleys are not provided, definite and assured provision shall be made for utility easements, emergency access, and service access, such as off-street loading, unloading, and parking consistent with and adequate for the uses proposed.

C.

If provided, alleys serving residential, commercial and industrial areas shall not be less than twenty (20) feet in width.

D.

Alley intersections and sharp changes in alignment shall be avoided, but where necessary corners shall be cut off sufficiently to permit safe vehicular movement.

E.

Dead-end alleys shall be avoided where possible and should be extended when abutting properties are developed. If unavoidable, dead end alleys shall be provided with adequate turnaround facilities at the dead-end, as determined by the Public Works Department.

(Ord. No. O-7273-87; Ord. No. O-7576-17; Ord. No. 0-0001-15)