§125.0710 When a Parcel Shall Be Merged — San Diego Zoning Code

Unless exempted by the Subdivision Map Act , Section 66451.11, any parcel or unit of land that does not conform to standards for minimum parcel size under the applicable zone shall be merged with a contiguous parcel or unit of land held by the same owner if the following are met as required by the Subdivision Map Act .

(a) At least one of the affected parcels or units of land is either:
- (1) Not developed with any structure for which a Building Permit was issued or required at the time of construction; or
- (2) Developed with a single structure , other than an accessory structure , that is also partially sited on a contiguous parcel or unit.
(b) At least one of the affected parcels or units of land has one or more of the following conditions:
- (1) Comprises less than 5,000 square feet in area at the time of the determination of merger;
- (2) Was not created in compliance with applicable laws and ordinances in effect at the time of its creation;
- (3) Does not meet current standards for sewage disposal and domestic water supply;
- (4)
- Does not meet slope stability standards;
(5) Has no legal access that is adequate for vehicular and safety equipment access and maneuverability;

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(6) Contains development that would create health or safety hazards; or
(7) Is inconsistent with the applicable land use plans other than minimum lot size or density standards.

(Added 12-9-1997 by O-18451 N.S.; effective 1-1-2000.)