§ 138-3803. Pedestrian connections and circulation.

(a)

Where multiple storefronts or multiple buildings exist within the same development, each tenant space shall be connected by an internal sidewalk system that is clearly delineated from the vehicular pavement. The internal sidewalk system shall connect to public sidewalks that abut the site/property.

(b)

An internal pedestrian system shall provide for a connection at logical locations to abutting properties.

(1)

An internal pedestrian connection is not required to abutting single-family residential lots.

(2)

Internal pedestrian connections to adjacent properties are not required at locations that:

a.

Are separated by significant natural features such as wetlands, streams and topography; AND/OR

b.

Are separated by significant man-made features such as canals, stormwater ponds, rail lines, storage yards, and the like.

(c)

All buildings that face a primary roadway/street shall contain an entryway that is oriented to said roadway. The entryway shall include decorative door surrounds, and a porch, portico, arcade and/or stoop. This does not preclude supplemental entrances not facing a roadway.

(d)

At least one designated pedestrian pathway shall be provided across parking lots that exceed 50 total parking spaces. This designated pedestrian pathway shall be a minimum of five feet in pavement width. The pedestrian pathway shall provide a relatively direct connection between building entrances and all adjacent streets, and shall satisfy current ADA requirements.

(e)

Shopping centers that front a parking field shall provide a pedestrian pathway/sidewalk along the full length of the primary center facade. This pedestrian pathway/sidewalk shall average ten feet in width.

(f)

Structures and/or landscaping shall be constructed/planted around pedestrian use areas to provide shade and reduce heat island effects.

(Ord. No. 18-36 , § 3(Att. B), 10-23-18)