§ VI. Parks, playgrounds, recreational areas, etc.

In subdividing property, consideration shall be given by the developer to the dedication or reservation of suitable sites for parks, playgrounds, recreational areas, and other areas for public use so as to conform to the recommendations of the planning commission in its adopted master plan. Areas to be dedicated or reserved for parks, playgrounds, or recreational areas should be indicated on the preliminary plan in order that it may be determined when and in what manner such areas will be dedicated to, or acquired by the appropriate taxing agency. In general, whenever the proposed subdivision contains twenty (20) acres or more, or includes more than one hundred (100) lots, consideration shall be given to the reservation or dedication of suitable areas for public park or recreation or public use purposes.

(a)

For parks and playgrounds five (5) acres should be provided for each one hundred (100) lots in the proposed subdivision with the location to be mutually agreed upon by the developer and the planning commission.

(b)

For public use, two (2) acres should be provided for each one hundred (100) lots in the proposed subdivision with the location to be mutually agreed upon by the developer and the planning commission. Public use shall include, but not be limited to utility stations and fire stations.

(Ord. No. 28-1995, § 1.3, 5-8-95)