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• the land is topographically unsuited for the construction of sidewalks. Sidewalks shall be required as follows: (1) On one or both sides of principal and minor arterials. (2) On one or both sides of collector streets. (3) On both sides of residential streets where density equals or exceeds 3 units per acre. (4) Internalized pedestrian circulation systems in the form of paved pathways may be substituted for sidewalks along streets upon the request of the subdivider and the approval of the planning commission. (5) On residential and collector streets, the developer shall have the option of locating sidewalks adjacent to the curb,with the approval of the planning commission. (6) Sidewalks are not required to be constructed at the same grade of the curb of the street nor are they required to be constructed in a straight line if such straight line construction would damage trees. (7) Sidewalks and internalized pedestrian circulation systems shall connect with the existing system and shall comply with the parks and open space plan. These circulation systems shall be paved and shall be indicated on the preliminary plat. • Section 15.03.09. Storm drainage (a) General provisions. (1) Every residential, commercial and industrial subdivision shall make adequate plans and provisions to accommodate, control and dispose of stormwater by means of drains, sewers, catch basins,culverts, detention facilities, open ditches and other facilities as deemed necessary by the city engineer, and as required by city ordinance. No work shall begin until plans are approved by the appropriate departments of the city. Plan approval shall be based on the requirements of the approved preliminary plat and other applicable city standards. (2) Facilities for storm drainage and detention of stormwater shall be designed and constructed so as to maintain the rate of stormwater runoff onto adjoining property or downstream systems to that which existed prior to the development. (3) On-site detention facilities or other appropriate and approved means to control the increased runoff from development, based on a one in ten-year storm design frequency shall be incorporated into the subdivision drainage plans. Except in single-family detached residential development, on-site detention facilities shall be maintained by the subdivider, owner of record or property owners association. The bill of assurance shall specifically state the party who shall be responsible for the maintenance of the detention facility. Maintenance shall include removal of sediment when the basin's function is impaired, mowing,removal of debris, and reseeding or re-sodding. If the subdivider, owner or property owners association neglect or refuse to • maintain the detention facility after having been officially notified by the city in writing to do so, the city is authorized to perform the maintenance and to charge the cost to the subdivider, owner or property owners association. In instances where on-site detention is deemed inappropriate by city staff, based upon submission of proper proof by the engineer of record, - 173 - Batesville Subdivision Regulations