§ 25-121. Provided.

(a)

All subdividers or developers of residential property shall provide for reasonable and adequate amounts of open space parks and recreational facilities within their developments. This requirement shall be deemed satisfied by the use of any one of the following alternatives, or a combination of them:

(1)

Dedication of open space land for public use;

(2)

Fees in lieu of dedication; or

(3)

Development of parks and recreational facilities within the subdivision or development.

The methods selected shall be done in accordance with the requirements of the city planner and shall be reviewed by the zoning commission and the board of aldermen prior to acceptance of the subdivision plat; but in any event acceptance or rejection shall be by ordinance.

(b)

This provision applies to development of all residential lands in the city, including all subdivisions, lots, tracts and parcels of land.

(c)

Neighborhood facilities, open space parks and recreational facilities that are developed consistent with the requirements of this article shall be within or near the development area, so that the intention of these requirements, specifically, to serve the needs created by such development is accomplished.

(d)

No building permits shall be issued until provisions of this article are satisfied.

(Code 1973, § 23-70; Ord. No. 2293, § 1, 2-8-93)