Monterey Municipal Code Div. 1 Preliminary Maps

The purpose of the preparation and consideration of a preliminary map is to provide a means of early review of a proposed subdivision by the Community Development and Public Works Directors in conjunction with the developer and/or his planner or engineer. From this preliminary review it is expected that the applicant will be more aware of any special policies or programs concerning the use of the land to be subdivided, or for needed or planned on or off-site improvements for the general area; and, further so that the City Public Works Department will be made aware of proposals for the subdivision of land which may require preparation, modification, or provision for expansion of public services and facilities prior to or in conjunction with the proposed use of the land within a subdivision. It is not intended that a preliminary map be as detailed as the tentative map, but it should be prepared in such a manner and form as to provide pertinent facts and information. (Ord. 3709 § 8, 2025; Ord. 3653 § 17, 2022; Ord. 3472 § 1, 2012; Ord. 3424 § 1, 2009. Formerly 33-49)

Prior to submitting a tentative map of any proposed standard subdivision, the subdivider shall submit to the Community Development and Public Works Directors three copies of a preliminary map for review, along with such additional materials, data, reports or the like as the Public Works or Community Development Directors may require. (Ord. 3709 § 8, 2025; Ord. 3653 § 18, 2022; Ord. 3472 § 1, 2012; Ord. 3424 § 1, 2009. Formerly 33-50)

The preliminary map shall be drawn at a scale and be in sufficient detail to show the essential characteristics of the site and the proposed subdivision. The preliminary map shall include at least the following:

a.The number, size and design of lots.

b.The location and the width of streets.

c.The location and the nature of any reservations or easements.

d.The general nature and extent of grading.

e.The relation of the subdivision to all surrounding lands.

f.Significant environmental features of the site such as trees, watercourses and like elements of the landform.

g.An indication of the proposed use of such of the lots to be created. (Ord. 3709 § 8, 2025. Formerly 33-51)

The Community Development and Public Works Directors shall review the preliminary map and within ten days of its receipt shall schedule a meeting with the subdivider and/or his engineer to make general recommendation with respect to the proposed subdivision; and to recommend consultations with other public or private agencies as may be necessary or advisable. Within ten days after such recommendations, consultations and meetings, the Community Development and Public Works Directors shall notify the subdivider in writing of the final determination as to the preliminary map and whether or not an EIR is required on the tentative map. (Ord. 3709 § 8, 2025; Ord. 3653 § 17, 2022; Ord. 3472 § 1, 2012; Ord. 3429 § 1, 2009; Ord. 3424 § 1, 2009. Formerly 33-52)

Within 90 days of the date of the Public Works Director’s action on the preliminary map, the subdivider shall prepare and file a tentative map of the proposed subdivision. If an EIR is required, the subdivider shall also file the required deposit for the City’s preparation of an EIR. Failure to file the map within this time period shall invalidate any reports, recommendations or actions of the Public Works Director with respect to the preliminary map and, should the subdivision be resubmitted for consideration, a new preliminary map shall be filed in accord with the above procedures unless the Public Works Director shall determine that the original preliminary map is still valid and adequate. (Ord. 3709 § 8, 2025; Ord. 3472 § 1, 2012; Ord. 3429 § 1, 2009; Ord. 3424 § 1, 2009. Formerly 33-53)

A filing fee in an amount set by resolution of the City Council shall be submitted at the time of filing the preliminary map. (Ord. 3709 § 8, 2025. Formerly 33-54)