§ 21.80.220. Design standards—Street alignment.

A.

Arterial and collector streets shall be aligned to continue existing streets from adjoining areas into the proposed subdivision. Local streets shall be aligned to discourage their use by through traffic.

B.

Stub streets with temporary turnaround areas shall be extended to the boundaries of the proposed subdivision where appropriate to provide future street connections to adjacent unsubdivided areas.

C.

Grade or median separations of street lanes may be permitted to preserve natural features, provide space for landscaping, or facilitate access in subdivisions containing hillside lots.

D.

In areas subject to extreme winds, the minimizing of potential wind damage shall be considered in aligning streets.

(GAAB 21.10.040.A; AMC 21.80.025, 21.80.030; AO No. 83-142)