Portland City Code ch. 14 (Land Use Code)

Citation: Portland City Code ch. 14 (Land Use Code)
Jurisdiction: Portland (municipal)
Source: Official source
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the Public Works Authority. All work shall be 14.5.7 Lots
completed in accordance with the Department A. Lots shall conform to the provisions of Article 7
of Public Works specifications. and all other relevant provisions of the City of
Portland Code of Ordinances.
14.5.6 Blocks B. Where easements for public utilities, storm
A. A maximum block length of 800 feet, measured drains, or sanitary sewers are contemplated,
from the nearest street lines of intersecting the lot lines shall be located in such a manner
streets, shall be observed except where, in the as to facilitate construction of such facilities
opinion of the Planning Board, conditions and the maintenance thereof.
justify a departure from this standard. In C. Lots which are reserved or laid out for
general, block size should be the maximum, business, commercial, or industrial purposes
most consistent with the use and shape of the shall have sufficient width and depth to
site and the convenience and safety of the accommodate the off-street parking and
occupants. loading facilities to be provided.
B. In blocks exceeding 800 feet in length, D. Where feasible, side lot lines shall be at right
measured from the nearest street lines of angles to street lines (or radial to curving street
intersecting streets, the Planning Board shall lines).
require, where feasible, the reservation of a 20
foot wide easement to the City through the 14.5.8 Public open space
block to provide for the crossing of A. In all subdivisions, open space may be provided
underground utilities and pedestrian traffic and for parks, recreation, and other public use.
may further specify, at its discretion, that an Where no public open space or recreational
accessible foot path be included. areas exist in close proximity to the subdivision,
C. The