Tiffin Comprehensive Plan – Updated 2018

Land Use • Encourage pedestrian/bike trails and greenway linkages to existing trail systems. Providing for the quality of life of Tiffin residents should be a high priority of the city. Not only does an attractive trail system provide recreational opportunities for existing residents, it attracts new families as well. Tiffin could start by requiring new developments to include trails, where appropriate, that could link up to existing trail systems in the county or a planned trail system within the city. The planned trail system within the city should link activity centers such as the school, parks and neighborhoods. In addition, sidewalks also play an important role in pedestrian movement and daily interaction among neighbors. The city should continue to require that all new developments contain sidewalks for safety and recreational purposes that can be extended into any future or existing development as well as any potential trail system. Tools: Design Standards, Subdivision Ordinance, Land Use Plan Key Players: City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, City Engineer, Trail Groups • The transportation system should connect neighborhoods to one another. Isolated subdivisions should be avoided by encouraging the use of alternatives to cul-de-sacs. Streets and sidewalks should connect with existing neighborhoods to maintain street continuity as well as creating a sense of community between new development and the existing city. In addition, convenient access to main activity centers should be provided. Tools: Land Use Plan, Subdivision Ordinance Key Players: City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission City of Tiffin, City of Tiffin 2018 Comprehensive PlanComprehensive Plan 62