Sec. 21-7. - Submission of tentative maps including

(a)

Prior to the preparation of the tentative map, the subdivider or his engineer or surveyor shall consult with representatives of the departments charged with review of such maps to determine requirements affecting the basic design of the subdivision such as zoning regulations, connections with existing streets, and pertinent subdivision standards.

(b)

Prior to the first meeting of the subdivision/development review committee at which the tentative map is to be considered, the subdivider or his engineer or surveyor is encouraged to consult with representatives of the departments charged with review of such map to discuss details of the subdivision, and obtain preliminary departmental recommendations in an effort to reach agreement on such recommendations, bearing in mind that such recommendations may be modified by action of the subdivision committee.

(c)

Sixteen copies of the tentative map, prepared in accordance with the State Subdivision Map Act and the provisions of this article, shall be submitted to the planning director who shall examine such map and accompanying material for compliance with the law and with this chapter. One additional map shall be submitted for each subdivision located within three miles of an incorporated city, and one additional map shall be submitted for each subdivision located adjacent to an existing state highway or to a state highway alignment approved by the state department of transportation.

(d)

At the time a tentative map is submitted to the planning director, it shall be accompanied by:

(1)

Fees in amounts to be determined by resolution of the board of supervisors to cover the costs of processing a subdivision map;

(2)

Two copies of a preliminary title report no older than sixty days from a title insurance company showing the record owner or owners and the recording data of the most recent trust deeds and existing easements affecting the property. If the subdivider is not the owner, he shall also submit satisfactory evidence that he has authority from the owner to subdivide the property;

(3)

Eight copies of a letter addressed to the planning and development department requesting approval of the tentative map and submitting essential information concerning the following:

(A)

Subdivision development plan including existing and proposed uses of land and proposed zoning if applicable, including areas reserved or offered for open space, park, or recreational use;

(B)

A list of the street improvements the subdivider proposes to install, such as paving, curbs and gutters, sidewalks, street trees, street name signs, stop signs, street lighting, and fire hydrants;

(C)

The source of domestic water supply and the method of providing an adequate water supply to each lot. If the source is other than a recognized water district or company, the subdivider shall submit with the tentative map a copy of a letter to the county health officer indicating the quality and quantity of water available to the subdivision and requesting approval therefor, a copy of such approval to be forwarded to the planning director;

(D)

The proposed method of sewage disposal. If connection to an existing sewage disposal system is proposed, the subdivider shall submit with the tentative map a copy of a letter to the district operating such system requesting approval of such connection, a copy of such approval to be forwarded to the planning director;

(E)

Other utilities which are to serve the subdivision. The subdivider shall submit with the tentative map a copy of a letter to each utility company and agency requesting submission of utility easement requirements to

the planning director and a copy of the reply of each affected utility company and agency. The subdivider shall be responsible for furnishing maps required for review by utility companies or agencies, including water and sanitary districts;

(F)

Proposed drainage and flood control easements and facilities not shown on the tentative map, both within and outside of street rights-of-way, including methods of controlling erosion;

(G)

Where any exceptions to the requirements of any applicable zoning or subdivision regulations are contemplated, such as lot area, lot width, or front, side, or rear yards around buildings, the subdivider shall so indicate either in the letter or on the map, giving reasons therefor. Failure to so indicate shall be evidence that no such exceptions are intended.

(4)

A preliminary soil report prepared by a civil engineer registered as such by the state and based upon test borings or excavations deemed adequate by the planning director. Such preliminary soil report may be waived by the planning director if, because of knowledge he has as to soil qualities of the subdivision or lots in question, the planning director determines that no preliminary analysis is necessary;

(5)

A preliminary geological report by an engineering geologist, certified as such by the state, may be required by the planning director;

(6)

A preliminary grading plan showing the location and magnitude of all cuts and fills that will result from the street and lot development of the proposed subdivision shall be provided when natural slopes of ten percent or steeper occur within the area to be subdivided.

(7)

For urban lot splits, the following additional information is required to be submitted:

(A)

Information to support the application is eligible and consistent with the requirements in Government Code Section 66411.7;

(B)

An affidavit stating that the owner/applicant intends to occupy one of the housing units as their principal residence for a minimum of three years from the date of the recordation of the urban lot split, unless exempt as a "community land trust" as defined in Government Code Section 66411.7; and

(C)

Information to support that each of the proposed lots are residentially developable in compliance with the permit requirements and development standards of chapter 35, zoning, of the County Code. An urban lot split proposed on a vacant lot must be accompanied by an application for residential development of at least one of the lots in compliance with the permit requirements and development standards of chapter 35, zoning, of the County Code.

(e)

After endorsing all copies of the tentative map as having been received, the planning director shall immediately forward copies of the map and accompanying letter as follows:

(1)

County surveyor (1 map, 1 letter, 1 preliminary title report);

(2)

County health officer (1 map, 1 letter);

(3)

County flood control engineer (1 map, 1 letter);

(4)

County fire chief (3 maps, 1 letter);

(5)

County superintendent of schools (1 map);

(6)

Director of public works (1 map, 1 letter);

(7)

County parks director (1 map, 1 letter);

(8)

Planning and development department (1 map, 1 letter);

(9)

The appropriate official of any incorporated city which has requested an opportunity to review subdivisions within the area in which the subdivision is located (1 map, 1 letter); and

(10)

The district engineer of the California State Department of Transportation if the subdivision is adjacent to an existing state highway or to a state highway alignment approved by the California State Department of Transportation (1 map).

(Ord. No. 1722, pt. 2, § 1; Ord. No. 1751, § 1; Ord. No. 2199, §§ 4 to 6; Ord. No. 2460, § 1: Ord. No 4436, § 6; Ord. No. 5237, § 8, 2-11-2025)