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Chapter 21 — Subdivisions and Land Development›Article III — MAPS

Gilroy Municipal Code Div. 1 Preliminary Maps

Gilroy Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Gilroy

Cite as: Gilroy Municipal Code Division 1 · Text as of 2026-10-04

§ 21.36. Filing.

Prior to filing a tentative map, the developer may be required to submit to the planning department a preliminary map of a proposed subdivision.

(Ord. No. 81-11, § 1, 3-16-1981)

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§ 21.37. Form.

Copies of the preliminary map may be submitted in rough sketch form, together with such general information of existing conditions of the site and the proposed development as may be deemed necessary by the planning department including, but not limited to, the following:

(a) Map. A map, other drawing or freehand sketch, drawn to scale showing topographic features and delineating in simple form the proposed layout of streets, lots, and other features in relation to existing conditions.

(b) Map Details. The map or drawing shall show the subdivision or development name, if any, scale, north arrow, date, perimeter boundary line, unusual features of terrain such as rock out-crops, tree masses, watercourses in and adjacent to the proposed development, existing and proposed public utilities, sanitary sewer facilities, main traffic arteries, railroads, and other features considered pertinent by the planning department.

(c) Land Uses. A statement or diagram showing land proposed to be developed to residential, commercial, industrial, public, or other uses, and the minimum lot sizes thereof and the general location and identification of existing buildings.

(d) Location with Reference to Community. A sketch or key map showing the relationship of the proposed development to the existing community facilities and other developments which serve or influence it.

(Ord. No. 81-11, § 1, 3-16-1981)

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§ 21.38. Action necessary by planning department; conference of representatives of city…

The planning department may distribute copies of the preliminary map and data to appropriate city departments and agencies for review, as well as all private and public utility companies serving the area. The planning department shall arrange with the developer a time and place of meeting between the developer and representatives of the city departments and agencies concerned to discuss the preliminary map. At such conference, the developer shall be given such advice as can be given by the representatives of the city departments and agencies based upon the information submitted which shall be advisory only and binding on neither party.

(Ord. No. 81-11, § 1, 3-16-1981)

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