Sec. 8.1.7. Easements

  1. Platted easements and deed of easements shall be provided in the locations and dimensions required by the City in order to:
    1. Allow for adequate storm drainage facilities;
    2. Allow for proper installation of water and sewer lines, whether immediately proposed or necessary for adequate service in the future;
    3. Allow for cross-access between properties;
    4. Allow for adequate transit facilities and access;
    5. Allow for adequate pedestrian and bicycle access;
    6. Allow for adequate right-of way for street types;
    7. Allow for adequate public access; and
    8. Allow for adequate slope for roadway construction.
  2. Easement widths shall be specified by the City as necessary to accommodate existing and future needs as well as construction and repair of facilities. for drainage easements, the widths should be sufficient to accommodate areas anticipated to be inundated by stormwater.