§ 395-34. Blocks.

A. 

Layout. The length, width and shape of blocks shall be determined with due regard to the provision of adequate sites for buildings of the type proposed, zoning requirements, topography, and requirements for safe and convenient vehicular and pedestrian circulation, including the reduction of intersections with arterial and collector streets.

B. 

Length. Blocks shall have a maximum length of 800 feet and a minimum length of 500 feet. The Borough Council may decrease the permitted maximum and/or minimum lengths of blocks if the topography of land, proposed lot sizes, or surface water drainage conditions warrant such a decrease. Blocks along arterial streets shall not be less than 600 feet.

C. 

Depth. Residential blocks shall be of sufficient depth to accommodate two tiers of lots, except where reverse frontage lots are required or where prevented by the size, topographical conditions or other inherent conditions of the property.

D. 

Nonresidential blocks. Blocks in nonresidential areas may vary from the elements of design detailed above if required by the nature of the use. In all cases, however, adequate provisions shall be made for off-street parking and loading areas and pedestrian and vehicular circulation.

E. 

Crosswalks. Crosswalks may be required by the Borough Council whenever necessary to facilitate pedestrian circulation and to give access to community facilities. Such crosswalks shall have a minimum width of 10 feet and contain a walkway, constructed of a material approved by the Borough Council, with a minimum width of four feet.