Lincoln Municipal Code Ch. 17.16 Tentative Map

Except as otherwise provided in this title the subdivider shall file with the city for every subdivision a tentative map prepared in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.

(Ord. 324B §3-1, 1977)

The tentative map shall be clearly and legibly drawn by or under the direction of a registered civil engineer or licensed land surveyor. The scale of the map shall be at least one inch equals 100 feet. If necessary to provide the proper scale, more than one sheet may be used, but the relation of the several sheets shall be clearly shown on each. No single sheet shall exceed 72 inches in length and 54 inches in width. The minimum size map shall be 18 inches in width and 26 inches in length.

(Ord. 324B §3-2, 1977)

The tentative map shall contain the following information in addition to such information as may be required by the Subdivision Map Act:

(1) Proposed subdivision name, if any, and tract number, if applicable;

(2) Names, addresses and telephone numbers of the record owner and subdivider of the land;

(3) Name, address and telephone number of the person that prepared the map, and the applicable registration or license number;

(4) A vicinity or key map of appropriate scale and covering sufficient adjoining territory so as to clearly indicate nearest street intersections, major access streets, property lines of other adjacent properties in the subdivider's ownership, and other significant features which will have a bearing on the proposed subdivision and its location in relationship to surrounding areas;

(5) Date of preparation, north point and scale of the map. If based on a survey, the date of the survey;

(6) Boundaries of the subdivision with sufficient information to locate the property;

(7) The boundaries and dimensions of all lots, with all lots consecutively numbered. In subdivisions of four or less lots, the square footage or acreage of each lot shall be stated. In subdivisions of five or more lots, the minimum, maximum and average lot sizes shall be stated;

(8) Subdivision name and tract numbers of adjacent subdivisions, if any, and property lines sufficient to show their relationship to the proposed subdivision;

(9) Contour lines at intervals of not more than two feet unless waived by the city engineer prior to submission. Topographic information shall be sufficient to fully show the configuration of the land and any and all depressions that may present drainage problems, and shall extend beyond the tract boundaries where necessary to show drainage conditions on surrounding property which may affect the subdivision. Residential lots exceeding a 25-percent slope shall be so noted;

(10) The location of all railroad rights-of-way and grade crossings; approximate locations of all existing wells, abandoned wells and sumps, including septic systems or other underground systems; active or abandoned quarries; and an indication of any physical restrictions or conditions in the subdivision which affect the use of the property;

(11) All structures, including fences and signs, within the subdivision, dimensioned and distanced to other structures and to existing and proposed street and lot lines; present and future use of all structures is to be noted;

(12) The locations, widths and purposes of all existing and proposed easements for utilities, drainage and other public purposes, whether public or private, shown by dashed lines, within and adjacent to the subdivision, including proposed building setback lines;

(13) Statement of proposed utility services;

(14) The locations of all potentially dangerous areas, including geologically hazardous areas, and areas subject to inundation or flood hazard adjacent to the property involved; and the proposed method of providing stormwater drainage and erosion control. In addition, projects within the areas designated as special flood hazard areas in the flood insurance study shall comply with the provisions of Chapter 15.32 of this code;

(15) Locations of all streams and tributaries and their respective floodplains, ponds, reservoirs and riparian areas;

(16) The approximate location and general description of any trees of a diameter of six inches or greater and shrubs, with notations as to their retention or destruction. Additionally, where groves of trees exist, the perimeter of the canopy shall be shown symbolically on the map;

(17) The locations of any significant natural features and/or possible historical or archaeological sites or remains, including but not limited to natural springs, caves, Indian grinding rocks, petroglyphs, burial sites, historical buildings and/or their ruins, and significant rock outcroppings;

(17) The location, width and names or designations of all existing or proposed streets, alleys, pedestrian ways and other rights-of-way, whether public or private;

(18) The boundaries and dimensions of all lots, and a number assigned to each lot; the total number of lots; and the area of the average lot;

(19) The location, width and existing or proposed names or designations of all existing or proposed streets, alleys, pedestrian way and other rights-of-way, including but not limited to bikeways, paths, etc., whether public or private. Any change in existing street names shall be specifically requested in writing;

(20) The boundaries of existing and proposed public areas, including but not limited to parks, public libraries and fire stations, in and adjacent to the subdivision, with the nature of each indicated thereon. If land is to be offered for dedication for park or recreation purposes or for purposes of providing public access to natural resources, it shall be so designated;

(21) Any modification being requested in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 17.44, Modification of Requirements, which is shown on the tentative map shall be clearly labeled and identified as to nature and purpose;

(22) If separate final maps are to be filed on portions of the property shown on the tentative map, the subdivision boundaries which will appear on the final maps, and the sequence, if any, in which the final maps will be filed.

(Ord. 403B §1, 1978; Ord. 324B §3-3, 1977)

The following drawings, statements and other data shall be filed on or with the tentative map:

(1) Two copies of a preliminary title report on the property proposed to be subdivided;

(2) A statement of existing and proposed zoning and existing and proposed uses of the property;

(3) Where a tentative and final map are required, a preliminary soil report by a registered civil engineer, based on adequate test borings, unless such report is waived by the city engineer on the basis of his knowledge of soil conditions in the proposed subdivision;

(4) When requested by the city engineer, a preliminary grading plan;

(5) A statement of any proposed phasing of development;

(6) Application for any modification that may be proposed, together with supporting drawings and statements and other data as may be required by the provisions of Chapter 17.44;

(7) A final environmental impact report, negative declaration or notice of exemption for which the time for appeal has elapsed. The report, declaration or notice shall have been prepared and approved in accordance with regulations adopted by the city council;

(8) Any other data required as a prerequisite to approval of the tentative map, including plans, reports, fees or other requirements.

(Ord. 324B §3-4, 1977)

The subdivider shall file with the director a sepia of the tentative map and 12 additional copies thereof, together with supporting data required by this title. A tentative map shall not be considered as having been filed until it complies with the provisions of this chapter.

(Ord. 324B §3-5(part), 1977)

An application for approval of the tentative map shall be filed with the director on a form provided by the city. The application shall be signed by the owner(s) of the property to be subdivided or his (their) representative pursuant to written authorization. The application shall be accompanied by:

(1) A map drawn to scale showing the exterior property lines of all properties within a 300-foot radius of the exterior boundaries of the proposed subdivision with the parcel numbers noted thereon;

(2) A list of the names and addresses of the owners of such properties as shown on the last equalized assessment roll;

(3) Environmental questionnaire;

(4) Filing fee.

(Ord. 324B §3-5.1, 1977)

Whenever it is determined that an environmental impact report will be required, or whenever the application for a tentative map is filed concurrently with an application for a planned development, specific plan, variance, conditional use or amendment of the zoning ordinance, the applicant shall be requested to waive the statutory time for action on the tentative map by the commission.

(Ord. 324B §3-5.2, 1977)

If the preliminary soils report indicates the presence of critically expansive soil or other soils problems, a soils investigation of each lot in the subdivision may be required by the city engineer as a condition precedent to consideration of the tentative map by the commission. The soils investigation shall be done in the manner provided in Government Code section 66491.

(Ord. 324B §3-5.3, 1977)

If, at any time during the processing of the tentative map, the map or accompanying data are found to be incomplete or incorrect with respect to pertinent required information, the subdivider shall be promptly advised in writing by mail of the changes or additions that must be made before further action may be taken on the tentative map. Failure to provide the omitted or inaccurate information or the soils investigation of each lot within the time specified in the written notice requesting its submission shall be cause for recommendation of disapproval of the tentative map, unless an extension of time for acting upon the map is mutually agreed upon by the subdivider and the commission.

(Ord. 324B §3-5.4, 1977)

The director shall transmit copies of the tentative map and other applicable data to other public or private agencies or departments that may be affected by the proposed subdivision for a report and recommendation to the commission.

(Ord. 324B §3-6(part), 1977)

Within ten days of the filing of a tentative map the planning director shall send a notice of the filing of the tentative map to the governing board of any elementary, high school or unified school district within the boundaries of which the subdivision is proposed to be located, as provided by section 66455.7 of the Government Code.

(Ord. 324B §3-6.1, 1977)

The subdivision committee shall:

(1) Advise the commission in its review of the tentative map on the conformance of the tentative map to the standards, rules and regulations adopted by the commission and to the requirements of all applicable plans and ordinances of the city;

(2) Advise the commission of the requirements, if any, of other city departments and of county, special district, state or other public and private agencies affected by the proposed subdivision.

(Ord. 324B §3-7(part), 1977)

Any staff report to the commission shall incorporate within the report the recommendations made by the subdivision committee. A copy of this report shall be served on the subdivider by mail or personal delivery at least three calendar days prior to the date set for consideration of the tentative map by the commission.

(Ord. 324B §3-7.1, 1977)

Within 50 days after the tentative map has been filed, unless such time has been waived, or extended by mutual agreement between the subdivider and the city, the commission shall consider the tentative map during a public hearing.

(Ord. 324B §3-8(part), 1977)

The secretary to the commission shall give notice of the public hearing as required by section 66451.3 of the Government Code. In addition, mailed notices of the time and place of the hearing, and a general description of the location of the subdivision, shall be given to the owners of real property lying within 300 feet of the exterior boundaries of the subdivision, as their names appear on the last equalized assessment roll.

(Ord. 324B §3-8.1, 1977)

(a) At the public hearing the commission shall consider the report of the subdivision committee, and hear the testimony of the subdivider and any other interested person desiring to testify relative to the tentative map. Upon closing the public hearing the commission shall recommend to the council approval, conditional approval or disapproval of the tentative map.

(b) The commission shall base its action on the conformity of the tentative map to the requirements of the Subdivision Map Act, this title, the zoning ordinance, the general plan, and any specific plans of the city. The commission shall report its action in writing to the council. The city clerk shall serve a copy of the report on the subdivider by mail or personal delivery at least five days prior to consideration of the tentative map by the council.

(c) If disapproval of the map is recommended, the report of the commission shall contain a statement of the reasons for such disapproval. If conditional approval of the map is recommended, the report shall state conditions of approval.

(Ord. 324B §3-8.2, 1977)

A request for withdrawal of a tentative map shall be submitted to the commission in writing in advance of the hearing unless the request is made at the public hearing on the tentative map. On the receipt of any such request, the commission shall notify all concerned parties of the withdrawal. No refund of the filing fee shall be made for any such withdrawn map unless such request is made prior to the distribution of copies of the tentative map.

(Ord. 324B §3-9, 1977)

At its first regular meeting following receipt of the commission's written recommendations, the council shall fix a date within 30 days thereafter for consideration of the tentative map.

(1) On the meeting date set by the council for consideration of the map, the council shall approve, conditionally approve or disapprove the tentative map. In all instances of approval, conditional approval or disapproval, the council shall make such findings as are required by law and shall state those facts which support such findings.

(2) Within five working days after consideration of the tentative map, the city clerk shall report the council's action in writing to the subdivider or person filing the tentative map, indicating any conditions of approval and including a copy of the approved tentative map.

(3) The approval or conditional approval of a tentative map shall not constitute an approval of any exception or deviation from the zoning ordinance.

(Ord. 324B §3-10, 1977)

(a) The approval or conditional approval of a tentative subdivision map shall be valid for 48 months, within which time a final map may be presented to the council for acceptance and recordation.

(b) The council may extend its approval for an additional time period not to exceed 72 months, if the application for extension of time is filed before the current expiration date.

(c) Applications for extensions of time shall be reviewed by the commission, which shall determine whether the map presently conforms to the requirements for a tentative subdivision map. The commission shall recommend that the request for extension of time be approved, approved with conditions (to include those conditions which cause the map to conform to present requirements) or disapproved. It shall also recommend an appropriate period for an extension of time, should approval be granted.

(d) In the event that an approved tentative map is revised and subsequently approved by the council, the most recently approved tentative map shall constitute the only recognized tentative map for further action and consideration of filing of a final map.

(Ord. No. 1055B, § 5, 9-13-2022; Ord. 405B §§1, 2, 1982; Ord. 388B §1, 1981; Ord. 360B §§1, 2, 1979; Ord. 324B §3-11, 1977)