PC R 02-1815RESOLUTION NO. 02-1815
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING VESTING
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP CASE NO. 01-001, LOCATED
SOUTH OF JAMES WAY AND NORTH OF COLLADO
CORTE, APPLIED FOR BY THE CITY OF ARROYO
GRANDE
WHEREAS, the City of Arroyo Grande has filed Vesting Tentative Parcel Map 01-
001 to subdivide an existing ten (10) acre parcel, located south James Way and north of
Collado Corte, into four�parcels of 8.6, 0.4, 0.4 and 0.6 acres; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande has
considered Vesting Tentative Parcel Map Case No. 01-001 at a public hearing on
January 15, 2002 in accordance with the Development Code of the City of Arroyo
Grande; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has found that this project is consistent with
the General Plan and Development Code; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed this project in compliance
with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and
the Arroyo Grande Rules and Procedures for Implementation of CEQA and has
determined that a Mitigated Negative Declaration can be adopted; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds, after due study, deliberation and
public hearing, the following circumstances exist:
1. The proposed Tentative Parcel Map is consistent with the goals, objectives,
policies, plans, programs, intent, and requirements of the Arroyo Grande General
Plan and the requirements of the Development Code.
2. The design of the Tentative Parcel Map or the proposed improvements are not
likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably
injury to fish or wildlife or their habitat.
3. The design of the subdivision or proposed improvements is not likely to cause
public health problems.
4. The discharge of waste from the project into an existing community sewer system
will not result in violation of existing requirements as prescribed in Division 7
(commencing with Section 13000) of the California Water Code.
5. Adequate public services and facilities exist or will be provided as a result of the
proposed Tentative Parcel Map to support project development.
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6. The site is physically suitable for the type of development that could be permitted
in the PF and RS zoning districts.
7. The design of the Tentative Parcel Map or the type of improvements will not
conflict with easements acquired by the public at large for access through, or use
of, property within the proposed Tentative Parcel Map.
Required CEQA Findings:
1. The City of Arroyo Grande has prepared an initial study pursuant to Section
15063 of the Guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
for Vesting Tentative Parcel Map 01-001 .
2. Based on the initial study, a Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared for
public review. A copy of the Mitigated Negative Declaration and related
materials is located at City Hall in the Community Development Department.
3. After holding a public hearing pursuant to State and City Codes, and
considering the record as a whole, the Planning Commission adopts a negative
declaration and finds that there is no substantial evidence of any significant
adverse effect, either individually or cumulatively on wildlife resources as
defined by Section 711.2 of the Fish and Game Code or on the habitat upon
which the wildlife depends as a result of development of this project. Further,
the Planning Commission finds that said Mitigated Negative Declaration
reflects the City's independent judgment and analysis.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of
Arroyo Grande hereby approves Vesting Tentative Parcel Map Case No. 01-001, with the
above findings and subject to the conditions as set forth in Exhibit "A", attached hereto
and incorporated herein by this reference, and instructs the Planning Commission
Secretary to file a Notice of Determination with the San Luis Obispo County Clerk.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this approval is preliminary to City Council approval of
Development Code Amendment Case No. 01-00, and will become effective upon said
action.
On motion by Commissioner Guthrie, seconded by Commissioner Fowler, and by the
following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Bwon, Fowler, Guthrie, Keen and Chair Costello
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 15` day of January 2002.
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ATTEST:
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Lyn Reardon-Smith, Commission Clerk J eph M. Costello, Chair
AS TO CONTENT:
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Rob Strong, Community D velopment Director
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EXHIBIT "A"
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP CASE NO. 01-001
City of Arroyo Grande
Rancho Grande Park
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
This approval authorizes the subdivision of a 10-acre parcel into four parcels of 0.4, 0.4,
0.6, and 8.6 acres each.
The applicant shall ascertain and comply with all Federal, State, County and City
requirements as are applicable to this project.
2. The applicant shall comply with all conditions of approval for Vesting Tentative
Parcel Map Case No. 01-001.
3. Development shall occur in substantial conformance with the plans presented to
the Planning Commission at their meeting of January 15, 2002 and marked Exhibit
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4. This tentative map approval shall automatically expire on January 15, 2004 unless
the final map is recorded or an extension is granted pursuant to Section 9-
02.140.C. of the Development Code.
5. The applicant shall, as a condition of approval of this tentative or final map
application, defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Arroyo Grande, its
present or former agents, officers and employees from any claim, action, or
proceeding against the City, its past or present agents, officers, or employees to
attack, set aside, void, or annul City's approval of this subdivision, which action is
brought within the time period provided for by law. This condition is subject to the
provisions of Government Code Section 66474.9, which are incorporated by
reference herein as though set forth in full.
DEVELOPMENT CODE:
6. Development shall conform to the Residential Suburban (RS) zoning requirements
except as otherwise approved.
7. The developer shall comply with Development Code Chapter 9-4, "Land Divisions".
8. The developer shall comply with Development Code Chapter 9-14, "Dedications,
Fees and Reservations."
SPECIAL CONDITION:
9. Prior to issuance of building permit, Design Review shall be required for each
new residence to ensure architectural compliance with the surrounding
development in the Rancho Grande Planned Development.
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PARKS. RECREATION AND FACILITIES DEPARTMENT
PRIOR TO RECORDING THE MAP:
10. The applicant shall pay the current park development fee for each lot approved for
residential development in accordance with City Ordinance 313 C.S.
BUILDING AND FIRE DEPARTMENT
11. The project shall comply with the most recent editions of the California State Fire
and Building Codes and the Uniform Building and Fire Codes as adopted by the
city of Arroyo Grande.
PRIOR TO RECORDING THE MAP:
12. A fire hydrant shall be installed at the end of Collado Corte on north side of the cul-
de-sac that has a fire flow of 1,000 gallons per minute for a duration of 2 hours.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS
GENERAL IMPROVEMENT REQUIREMENTS
13. Fees - The applicant shall pay all applicable City fees at the time they are due.
14. Site Maintenance - The developer shall be responsible during construction for
cleaning city streets, curbs, gutters and sidewalks of dirt tracked from the project
site. The flushing of dirt or debris to storm drain or sanitary sewer facilities shall
not be permitted. The cleaning shall be done after each day's work or as
directed by the Director of Public Works or the Community Development
Director.
15. Public Works Improvements - All project improvements shall be designed and
constructed in accordance with City of Arroyo Grande standards and
specifications. The following improvement plans shall be prepared by a
registered Civil Engineer and approved by the Public Works Department:
a. Grading, drainage and erosion control.
b. Water and sewer.
16. Site plan - The site improvement plans shall include the following:
a. The location and size of all water, sewer, and storm water facilities within
the project site and abutting streets or alleys.
b. The location and size of all sewer laterals.
c. The location, size and orientation of all trash enclosures.
d. All parcel lines and easements crossing the property.
e. The location and dimension of all paved areas.
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f. The location of all public or private utilities.
g. Plan and profile drawings of existing and proposed streets and utilities
h. Retaining wall locations and details.
17. Plan sets - Upon approval of the improvement plans, the applicant shall provide
a reproducible mylar set and 3 sets of prints of the improvements for inspection
purposes. Prior to acceptance of the improvements, the applicant shall provide
reproducible mylars, 2 sets of prints of the approved record drawings (as builts)
and electronic (e.g. Autocad) files where available.
18. Improvement agreement - Prior to approval of any improvement plans, the
applicant shall enter into an agreement with the City for inspection of the
required improvements.
19. Encroachment permits - The applicant shall be responsible for obtaining an
encroachment permit for all work within a public right of way.
STREET IMPROVEMENTS
20. Curb, gutter and sidewalk - The applicant shall install new sidewalk fronting the
property along James Way.
GRADING AND DRAINAGE
21. Grading - All grading shall be done in accordance with the City Grading
Ordinance.
22. Soils report - A preliminary soils report shall be prepared by a registered Civil
Engineer and supported by adequate test borings. All earthwork design and
grading shall be performed in accordance with the approved soils report.
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Adjacent structures - The grading plan design shall include measures to
protect the adjacent structures from damage due to the construction.
Cross-lot Drainage — The drainage plan shall include devices as necessary to
eliminate drainage across lot lines.
WATER
25. Water meters - Each parcel shall have separate water meters. Lots to be fire
sprinkled shall have individual 1-inch services.
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26. Abandonments - Existing water services to be abandoned shall be properly
abandoned and capped at the main per the requirements of the Director of
Public Works.
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27. Water Neutralization Program - The applicant shall complete measures to
neutralize the estimated increase in water demand created by the project by
either:
Implementing an individual water program consisting of retrofitting existing high-
flow plumbing fixtures with low flow devices. The calculations shall be submitted
to the Director of Public Works for review and approval. The proposed individual
water program shall be submitted to the City Council for approval prior to
implementation; or,
Paying an in lieu fee of $2,200 for each new residential unit.
WASTEWATER
28. Sewer lateral - Each parcel shall be provided a separate sewer lateral.
29. Abandonments - Existing sewer laterals to be abandoned shall be properly
abandoned and capped at the main per the requirements of the Director of
Public Works.
30. Sewer crossings - All sewer mains or laterals crossing or parallel to public water
facilities shall be constructed in accordance with California State Health Agency
standards.
PUBLIC UTILITIES
31. New Utilities - All new public utilities shall be installed as underground facilities.
PRIOR TO RECORDING THE MAP:
32. Preliminary Title Report - A current preliminary title report shall be submitted to
the Director of Public Works prior to checking the map.
33. Improvements - All subdivision improvements required by these conditions shall
be either:
a. Fully constructed and accepted by the City; or
b. Guaranteed by an improvement agreement and financial securities.
The agreement and securities shall be in a form acceptable to the
City.
34. Bonds — The applicant shall provide bonds or other financial security for the
following. All bonds or security shall be in a form acceptable to the City, and
shall be provided prior to recording of the map, unless noted otherwise. The
minimum term of improvement securities shall be equal to the schedule for
completion of improvements described in the subdivision agreement.
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a. Faithful Performance, 100% of the approved estimated cost of all
subdivision improvements.
b. Labor and Materials, 50% of the approved estimated cost of all
subdivision improvements.
c. One Year Guarantee, 10% of the approved estimated cost of all
subdivision improvements. This bond is required prior to
acceptance of the subdivision improvements.
d. Monumentation, 100% of the estimated cost of setting survey
monuments.
35. Subdivision Agreement - The developer shall enter into a Subdivision
Agreement for the completion and guarantee of improvements required. The
Subdivision Agreement shall be on a form acceptable to the City.
36. Tax Certificate - In accordance with Section 9-15.130 of the Development Code,
the applicant shall furnish a certificate from the tax collector's office indicating
that there are no unpaid taxes or special assessments against the property.
37. Subdivision Guarantee - A Subdivision Guarantee shall be submitted to the
Director of Public Works at the time of Map Recordation.
38. Documents - All easements, abandonments, or similar documents to be
recorded as a document separate from the map, shall be prepared by the
applicant on 8.5 x11 City standard forms, and shall include legal descriptions,
sketches, closure calculations, and a current preliminary title report. The
applicant shall be responsible for all required fees, including any additional
required City processing fees.
39. Recordation - At the time of map recordation, copies of all recorded documents
shall be submitted to the City on either mylar sheets or 8'/2" x 11" archival quality
paper.
DEDICATIONS AND EASEMENTS
40. Private Easements — Private easements shall be reserved on the map or other
document acceptable to the City.
PRIOR TO ISSUING A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY:
41. Utilities — All utilities shall be operational.
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