§ 16.06

Except as otherwise provided in this title, all terms used in this title which are defined in the Subdivision Map Act are used in this title so defined, unless from the context hereof it clearly appears that a different meaning is intended.

(Ord. 550 (part), 1994).

16.06.020 - Definitions.

For the purposes of this title, the following words shall have the meanings set out in this section:

A.

"Final map" means a map prepared by a registered engineer or licensed land surveyor in accordance with the provisions of the Map Act and this title, which map is designed to be placed on record in the office of the county recorder.

B.

"Lot" means a parcel or portion of land established for purposes of sale, lease, finance, division of interest or separate use, separated from other lands by description, a final map or parcel map.

C.

"Map Act" means the Subdivision Map Act of the state.

D.

"Parcel map" means a map prepared by a registered civil engineer or licensed land surveyor in accordance with the provisions of the Map Act and this title, which map is designated to be placed on record in the office of the county recorder.

E.

"Subdivider" means a person, firm, corporation, partnership or association who proposes to divide, divides, or causes to be divided, real property into a subdivision for himself/herself or for others.

F.

"Subdivision" means the division of any improved or unimproved land shown on the latest equalized county assessment roll as a unit or as contiguous units for the purpose of a sale, lease, or financing, whether immediate or future. Property shall be considered as contiguous units even if it is separated by roads, streets, utility easements or railroad rights-of-way. "Subdivision" includes a condominium project as defined in Section 1350 of the Civil Code, or a community apartment project, as defined in Section 11004 of the Business and Professional Code, or the conversion of five or more existing dwelling units to a stock cooperative, as defined in Section 11003.2 of the Business and Professions Code. Any conveyance of land to a governmental agency, public entity or public utility shall not be considered a division of land for purposes of computing the number of parcels. All other divisions of land not expressly defined in this section are subject to the requirements of this title, state and county health requirements for water and

sewage disposal, conformity with the zoning district containing the land and must be accessible through approved right-of-way.

G.

"Tentative map" means a map prepared in accordance with the provision of the Map Act and this title to show the design of a proposed subdivision and the existing conditions in and around the land proposed to be divided. Such map need not be based upon an accurate or detailed field survey; however, it shall be graphically accurate to reasonable tolerances.

H.

"Vesting tentative map" means a tentative map for a residential subdivision, as defined in this section, that shall have printed conspicuously on its face the words "Vesting Tentative Map" at the time it is filed in accordance with the provisions thereof.

If a subdivider does not seek the rights conferred by the Vesting Tentative Map Statute, the filing of a vesting tentative map shall not be a prerequisite to any approval for any proposed subdivision, permit for construction, or work preparatory to construction.

(Ord. 550 (part), 1994).

Chapter 16.09 - ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT

Sections:

16.09.010 - General responsibilities.

A.

Subdivider. The subdivider shall prepare maps consistent with the standards contained in this title, and design public improvements consistent with the public works construction standards of the city. The subdivider shall process said maps in accordance with the regulations set forth in this title.

B.

Planning Department. The planning department shall be responsible for the analysis of the tentative map as to conformity with the general plan and the zoning ordinance of the city, and for the analysis of the environmental impact of the proposed project; and for the expeditious processing of tentative maps and reports as set forth in this title.

C.

Public Works Department. The city public works department shall be responsible for reporting to the planning department as to the engineering requirements, including street width, grade and alignment, and whether the proposed public improvements are consistent with the regulations set forth in this title with all applicable city standards pertaining thereto, the inspection and ultimate approval of all such public improvements, and for expeditious processing of the final or parcel map as set forth in this title.

The city engineer shall examine all final and parcel maps and shall certify thereon that the map is substantially the same as appeared on the map approved tentative map, that the provisions of the Map Act and this title have been complied with and that a final map is technically correct.

D.

Other City Departments. Tentative maps shall be distributed to city departments as required for their review and comments.

E.

Planning Commission. The planning commission of the city shall act as the advisory agency to the city council. It is charged with making investigations and reports on the design and improvements of proposed divisions of land. The planning commission shall make investigations and conduct hearings regarding the approval of tentative maps and make its written report on the tentative map directly to the city council.

F.

City Council. The city council shall have final jurisdiction in the approval of tentative maps, parcel maps, final maps. The city council is also responsible for establishing requirements for the standards of design of public improvements that may be proposed for dedication as a result of the subdivision process, and for setting fees.

G.

Other Public Agencies. Tentative maps shall be referred to special districts, governmental boards, bureaus, schools, utility companies and other agencies which provide public and private facilities and services to said subdivision and to such agencies which the planning department determines may be affected, for their information and comment.

(Ord. 550 (part), 1994)