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RESOLUTION NO. PC19-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP TPM18-0002 (Dudley and Judith Clark)
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered Tentative Parcel Map TPM18-0002 by
Dudley and Judith Clark to subdivide 40.15 acres into two parcels of 20.08 acres (Parcel 1) and 20.07 acres
(Parcel 2), situated in the AG-20 (Agriculture – 20-acre minimum) zone, and located at 5000 Will T Road,
3,300 feet west from Meridian Road, approximately 4 miles north of the City of Chico, California, on
Assessor Parcel Number 047-100-202; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered an Initial Study and Mitigated Negative
Declaration in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and
WHEREAS, said Tentative Parcel Map was referred to various affected public and private
agencies, County departments, and referral agencies for review and comments; and
WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing was held on May 9, 2019; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered public comments and a report from the
Planning Division.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission:
I. Adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration with the following findings:
A. An Initial Study was completed in compliance with CEQA. Said Study identified
potentially significant environmental effects and included mitigation measures that would
mitigate such effects below significant levels;
B. The Planning Commission has considered the Mitigated Negative Declaration, together
with comments received during the review process.
C. On the basis of the whole record before the Planning Commission, including the Initial
Study and any comments received, there is no substantial evidence that the Tentative Parcel
Map, Planning Division File No. TPM18-0002, with conditions and mitigations here
attached, would have a significant effect on the environment.
D. The custodian of the record is the Department of Development Services. The location of
the record is 7 County Center Drive, Oroville CA 95965.
E. The Mitigated Negative Declaration reflects the independent judgment and analysis of
Butte County, which is the Lead Agency.
II. Finds that collection of fees pursuant to Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 is required, prior to
filing a Notice of Determination for the project, unless the project proponent provides verification
from the California Department of Fish and Game that the project is exempt from the fee
requirement. If a required fee is not paid for a project, the project will not be operative, vested or
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final and any local permits issued for the project will be invalid (Section 711.4 (c)(3)).
III. Approves Tentative Parcel Map TPM18-0002 subject to the findings contained in Chapter 20
(Subdivision Ordinance) and Section 66474 of the California Government Code (Subdivision Map
Act) and the conditions of approval in Exhibit “A”:
A. The project is consistent with AG-20 (Agriculture, 20-acre minimum parcel size) zone and the
Agriculture General Plan Land Use designation, as well as with the policies of the other
elements of the General Plan.
The division will enable the creation of parcels of 20+ acres in size that are capable of
supporting residential and agricultural land uses permitted in the AG-20 zone. General Plan
Goals and Policies applicable to the project are identified in the General Plan Consistency
Review table, contained in the project’s agenda report. The findings conclude that the project
is consistent with each applicable goal and policy.
B. The design and improvements of the proposed parcel map are consistent with County’s
standards and policies, provided all conditions of project approval are complied with.
The project has been evaluated by County departments and responsible agencies for
consistency with design and improvement standards. Comments/conditions received from
County departments and responsible agencies were reviewed and incorporated into the project
design and project conditions.
C. The project site is physically suitable for the type and density of the proposed development.
The parcels are established at a density consistent with AG-20 zoning (20 acre minimum parcel
size), and are capable of supporting residential and agricultural land uses permitted by the
zone.
D. The design and improvements of the project will not cause substantial environmental damage
or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.
The design and improvements of the project were evaluated with an Initial Study prepared
pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act. The Study did not identify any
significant adverse impacts to the environmental caused by the project, provided that
recommended mitigation measures are incorporated into the project.
E. Approval of this project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare.
The project has been reviewed by County and State agencies for consistency with regulations
established to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public, including regulations
relating to sewage disposal, domestic water, and access. The respective departments/agencies
have recommended conditions, where appropriate, to ensure that the project will not have an
adverse effect on the health, safety, and welfare of persons either residing or working in the
project area.
F. The design and improvements of the project will not conflict with easements acquired by the
public at large for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision provided
the attached conditions are met.
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A review of the preliminary title report for the subject property did identify a 30-feet wide road
easement along the west property line, and a 30-feet wide road and utility easement along the
south property line. Proposed road improvements would be situated in the applicable
easement, and would not interfere with any public access easements.
IV. Grants the Unusual Circumstances request to reduce the 300-foot Agricultural Buffer to the
distances identified as development area on the Tentative Parcel Map, shown on Attachment C,
with the following findings:
1. The adjustment will not result in a modification to adjacent agricultural practices.
The future development areas have been sited to protect adjacent agricultural uses to the
greatest extent possible, including maintaining a 300 foot buffer between the orchards located
on the adjacent parcel to the west of the project site.
2. Unusual circumstances are present on the subject properties or surrounding properties that
render the three hundred (300) foot setback requirement infeasible or unnecessary. Unusual
circumstances include, but are not limited to, parcel size and shape, the location of existing
residences, infrastructure and other existing uses, and natural physical features and topography.
Full application of the 300-foot buffer is infeasible due to the size and configuration of the
resultant parcels, and because Agriculture-zoned property abuts all property lines of the
subject property. Additionally, environmental constraints (i.e., an ephemeral creek,, vernal
pools, swales and seasonal drainages) on the resultant parcels limit feasible residential
building areas on the property without causing potentially significant impacts to the sensitive
habitat areas.
3. The proposed dwelling is placed the greatest distance possible from all property lines abutting
an agriculture zone or other location that presents the least detriment to agricultural practices
on adjacent properties.
The proposed placement of the future development area from adjacent property lines that abut
Agriculture-zoned property positions future residential uses in an area that will have the least
detrimental effect on adjacent agricultural operations.
4. The location of the proposed residence does not interfere with easements, septic systems, or
prior conditions of approval applicable to the subject property.
Future development areas do not interfere with any known easements, septic systems or other
requirements.
V. Approves the Exception Request to waive the requirements for road improvements requested
pursuant to Butte County Code Section 20-4, Exceptions to Design Requirements, as
recommended by the Butte County Public Works Department, Land Development Division
and require the improvements specified in Exhibit A attached hereto to satisfy the requirements
of the Butte County Improvement Standards.
1. That there are special circumstances pertaining to conditions, topography, size, shape or
location of existing development affecting the property.
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The project site contains wetland resources including vernal pools, swales and a seasonal
drainage channel considered to be Waters of the United States. Widening of Meridian
Meadows Lane to 24 feet to construct the required improvements would cause potentially
significant impacts to these resources, and would be subject to additional State and federal
authorization.
2. That the granting of the exception to the Butte County Improvement Standards will not be
detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to other property located within the surrounding
zoning districts.
Butte County Fire/CalFire and the Butte County Public Works Department have reviewed the
proposed exception and finds that the granting of the exception will not be detrimental to the
public or injurious to other property within the project area. Butte County Fire/CalFire and
Public Works review of the exception included an analysis of the conditions of the site and
future development potential. Realizing that Meridian Meadows Lane would only serve three
parcels, and would be unlikely to be used to serve additional development in the future because
of the project area’s AG-20 zoning, the roadway is sufficient to accommodate current and
future residential development. Further, the level and open terrain on both sides of the
roadway offers adequate opportunities for personal vehicles and emergency vehicles to utilize
the unimproved areas along the road in the event of an emergency.
DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED this 9th Day of May, 2019, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
______________________________
Daniel “Rocky” Donati, Chair
Planning Commission
County of Butte, State of California
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Jennifier Wakefield, Secretary
Planning Commission
County of Butte, State of California
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EXHIBIT A
Tentative Parcel Map for Dudley and Judith Clark on APN 047-100-202; File # TPM18-0002: An
application for a Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide a 40.15 acre parcel into two lots: 20.08 (Parcel 1) and
20.07 acres (Parcel 2).
I. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. Mitigation Measure AIR-1:
The following best practice measures to reduce impacts to air quality shall be incorporated by the
project applicant, subject property owners, or third-party contractors during construction activities on
the project site. These measures are intended to reduce criteria air pollutants that may originate from
the site during the course of land clearing and other construction operations.
Diesel PM Exhaust from Construction Equipment and Commercial On-Road Vehicles Greater than
10,000 Pounds
• All on- and off-road equipment shall not idle for more than five minutes. Signs shall be posted
in the designated queuing areas and/or job sites to remind drivers and operators of the five-
minute idling limit.
• Idling, staging and queuing of diesel equipment within 1,000 feet of sensitive receptors is
prohibited.
• All construction equipment shall be maintained in proper tune according to the manufacturer’s
specifications. Equipment must be checked by a certified mechanic and determined to be
running in proper condition before the start of work.
• Install diesel particulate filters or implement other CARB-verified diesel emission control
strategies.
• Shall not operate a diesel-fueled auxiliary power system (APS) to power a heater, air
conditioner, or any ancillary equipment on that vehicle during sleeping or resting in a sleeper
berth for greater than 5 minutes at any location when within 100 feet of a restricted areas.
• To the extent feasible, truck trips shall be scheduled during non-peak hours to reduce perk
hour emissions.
Operational TAC Emissions
• All mobile and stationary Toxic Air Contaminants (TACs) sources shall comply with
applicable Airborne Toxic Control Measures (ATCMs) promulgated by the CARB throughout
the life of the project (see http:www.arb.ca.gov/toxics/atcm/atcm.htm).
• Stationary sources shall comply with applicable District rules and regulations.
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Fugitive Dust
Construction activities can generate fugitive dust that can be a nuisance to local residents and businesses
near a construction site. Dust complaints could result in a violation of the District’s “Nuisance” and
“Fugitive Dust” Rules 200 and 205, respectively. The following is a list of measures that may be
required throughout the duration of the construction activities:
• Reduce the amount of the disturbed area where possible.
• Use of water trucks or sprinkler systems in sufficient quantities to prevent airborne dust from
leaving the site. An adequate water supply source must be identified. Increased watering
frequency would be required whenever wind speeds exceed 15 mph. Reclaimed (non-potable)
water should be used whenever possible.
• All dirt stockpile areas should be sprayed daily as needed, covered, or a District approved
alternative method will be used.
• Permanent dust control measures identified in the approved project revegetation and landscape
plans should be implemented as soon as possible following completion of any soil disturbing
activities.
• Exposed ground areas that will be reworked at dates greater than one month after initial
grading should be sown with a fast-germinating non-invasive grass seed and watered until
vegetation is established.
• All disturbed soil areas not subject to re-vegetation should be stabilized using approved
chemical soil binders, jute netting, or other methods approved in advance by the Butte County
Air Quality Management District.
• All roadways, driveways, sidewalks, etc. to be paved should be completed as soon as possible.
In addition, building pads should be laid as soon as possible after grading unless seeding or
soil binders are used.
• Vehicle speed for all construction vehicles shall not exceed 15 mph on any unpaved surface
at the construction site.
• All trucks hauling dirt, sand, soil, or other loose materials are to be covered or should maintain
at least two feet of freeboard (minimum vertical distance between top of load and top of trailer)
in accordance with local regulations.
• Install wheel washers where vehicles enter and exit unpaved roads onto streets, or wash off
trucks and equipment leaving the site.
• Sweep streets at the end of each day if visible soil material is carried onto adjacent paved
roads. Water sweepers with reclaimed water should be used where feasible.
• Post a sign in prominent location visible to the public with the telephone numbers of the
contractor and the Butte County Air Quality Management District - (530) 332-9400 for any
questions or concerns about dust from the project.
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All fugitive dust mitigation measures required should be shown on grading and building plans. In
addition, the contractor or builder should designate a person or persons to monitor the dust control
program and to order increased watering, as necessary, to prevent transport of dust offsite. Their duties
shall include holidays and weekend period when work may not be in progress. The name and telephone
number of such persons shall be provided to the District prior to land use clearance for map recordation
and finished grading of the area.
Please note that violations of District Regulations are enforceable under the provisions of California
Health and Safety Code Section 42400, which provides for civil or criminal penalties of up to $25,000
per violation.
Plan Requirements: The note shall be placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet. This note shall also be placed on all building
and site development plans.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be adhered to throughout all grading and construction
periods.
Monitoring: The Butte County Department of Development Services and the Public Works
Department shall ensure that the note is placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet. Building inspectors shall spot check and shall
ensure compliance on-site. Butte County Air Pollution Control District inspectors shall respond to
nuisance complaints.
2. Mitigation Measure BIO-1
Prior to future grading or development on Parcel 1, wetlands within the designated development area
on Parcel 1 shall be mapped utilizing approved USACE methodologies to determine the nature and
extent of each wetland feature by a qualified biologist. A 250-foot development avoidance ‘No
Disturbance’ buffer shall be established around the edge of wetland resources. The width of the buffer
may be reduced if the biologist verifies the absence of Vernal Pool Fairy Shrimp in the wetland
resource. However, in no case shall the buffer be reduced to less than 50 feet. Wetland resources and
the established development avoidance buffer area shall be delineated on development and/or grading
plans. If future construction activities on the resultant parcels would affect the identified wetland
resources or the established buffer area, the project proponent shall either obtain appropriate permits
from the USACE, pursuant to Section 404 and 401 of the Clean Water Act, or obtain a letter from
USACE that states the areas of disturbance would not impact jurisdictional features.
Mitigation requirements for the fill of waters of the U.S. will be implemented through an onsite
restoration plan, and/or an In Lieu Fund and/or a certified conservation bank with a Service Area that
covers the proposed project area. These agreements, certifications and permits may be contingent upon
successful completion of the CEQA process.
Plan Requirements: On-site wetland resources shall be mapped with an avoidance buffer
recommended by a qualified biologist. The wetland resource and buffer area shall be shown on any
future grading or development plans. This measure shall be recorded on an additional map sheet of the
Parcel Map.
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Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be adhered to prior to grading or development within the
development area of Parcel 1.
Monitoring: The Butte County Department of Development Services and the Public Works
Department shall ensure the mitigation measure is recorded on an additional map sheet of the Parcel
Map. Department of Development Services and Public Works Department shall ensure the condition
is met prior to development or grading activities.
3. Mitigation Measure BIO-2
Prior to construction activities on Parcel 1, the project proponent shall use exclusionary fencing to mark
the boundaries of intermittent creeks, seasonal drainages, wetlands, swales, and vernal pools that are to
be avoided. The exclusionary fencing shall be maintained in place throughout construction. Additional
permitting conditions required by regulatory agencies may be required as a result of the permitting
process.
Plan Requirements: The mitigation shall be recorded on an additional map sheet to the Parcel Map,
and noted on future development and grading plans.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be adhered to prior to construction activities, and
throughout all grading and construction periods.
Monitoring: The Butte County Department of Development Services and the Public Works
Department shall ensure that the mitigation measure is recorded on an additional map sheet of the Parcel
Map, and noted on future development and grading plans. Department of Development Services shall
ensure the condition is met at the time of development and during construction activities.
4. Mitigation Measure BIO-3
If project construction activities, including site grubbing and vegetation removal, occur during the
nesting season for birds protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) and California
Department Fish & Game Code (CDFC) (approximately February 1 – August 31), the project proponent
shall retain a qualified biologist to perform preconstruction surveys for nesting bird species. Surveys
to identify active bird nests shall be conducted within and 250 feet around the footprint of proposed
construction site. The survey shall be conducted within 7 days prior to the initiation of construction
activities. In the event that an active nest is observed, a species protection buffer shall be established.
The species protection buffer will be defined by the qualified biologist based on the species, nest type
and tolerance to disturbance. Construction activity shall be prohibited within the buffer zones until the
young have fledged or the nest fails. Nests shall be monitored by a qualified biologist once per week
and a report submitted to the Butte County Department of Development Services.
Plan Requirements: Perform protocol-level surveys for migratory birds protected by the California
Department Fish & Game Code and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. This measure shall be recorded on
an additional map sheet to the Parcel Map.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be adhered to prior to and during construction activities
planned to occur during nesting seasons for CDFC and MBTA species (between February 1 and August
31).
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Monitoring: The Butte County Department of Development Services and the Public Works
Department shall ensure that the mitigation measure is recorded an additional map sheet of the Parcel
Map. Department of Development Services shall ensure the condition is met at the time of construction
activities.
5. Mitigation Measure CUL-1
If grading activities reveal the presence of prehistoric or historic cultural resources (i.e., artifact
concentrations, including arrowheads and other stone tools or chipping debris, cans glass, etc.;
structural remains; human skeletal remains) work within 50 feet of the find shall immediately cease
until a qualified professional archaeologist can be consulted to evaluate the find and implement
appropriate mitigation procedures. If human skeletal remains are encountered, State law requires
immediate notification of the County Coroner (530.538.7404). If the County Coroner determines that
the remains are in an archaeological context, the Native American Heritage Commission in Sacramento
shall be notified immediately, pursuant to State Law, to arrange for Native American participation in
determining the disposition of such remains. The provisions of this mitigation shall be followed during
construction of all subdivision improvements, including land clearing, road construction, utility
installation, and building site development.
Plan Requirements: This note shall be placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet and shall be shown on all site development
and building plans.
Timing: This measure shall be implemented during all site preparation and construction activities.
Monitoring: The Department of Development Services and/or Public Works Department shall ensure
the mitigation measure is placed on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the
map or on an additional map sheet. Should cultural resources be discovered, the landowner shall notify
the Planning Division and a professional archaeologist. The Planning Division shall coordinate with
the developer and appropriate authorities to avoid damage to cultural resources and determine
appropriate action. State law requires the reporting of any human remains.
6. Mitigation Measure GHG-1
The project proponent shall implement the following measures during construction-related activities
and at the time of development to offset the anticipated contribution of greenhouse gas emissions:
• Prewire all new residential development to support photovoltaic system installation.
• Install electrical vehicle outlets on external walls or in garages in all new residential
development.
• Minimize equipment idling time during construction activities either by shutting equipment
off when not in use or reducing the time of idling to no more than 3 minutes.
• Use clean or alternative fuel equipment during construction-related activities to improve fuel
efficiency.
Plan Requirements: The measure shall be placed on an additional map sheet which is to be recorded
with the Parcel Map. This note shall also be placed on all building and site development plans.
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Timing: Shall be implemented prior to issuance of building permits for residential development.
Construction-related measures shall be adhered to throughout all grading and construction periods.
Monitoring: The Butte County Department of Development Services and the Public Works
Department shall ensure that the mitigation measure is placed on a separate document which is to be
recorded concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet. Planning Division will ensure that
future residential development includes the applicable measures during Building Permit review.
Building inspectors shall spot check and shall ensure compliance on-site.
Department of Development Services
7. The collection of fees pursuant to Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 is required, prior to filing a CEQA
Notice of Determination for the project, unless the project proponent provides verification from the
California Department of Fish and Wildlife that the project is exempt from the fee requirement. If a
required fee is not paid for a project, the project will not be operative, vested or final and any local
permits issued for the project will be invalid (Section 711.4 (c) (3)).
8. The approved use shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approved
tentative parcel map on file with the Butte County Planning Division. Minor changes to the approved
map may be allowed subject to the approval of the Director of Development Services, if found to be in
substantial conformance to the approved project.
9. Prior to recordation of the Parcel Map, the applicant shall pay any outstanding project-related
processing fees.
10. The property owner shall record a declaration acknowledging the right to farm, pursuant to Chapter 35
of the Butte County Code (Agricultural Statement of Acknowledgement).
11. Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the parcel map or on an
additional map sheet that states: “A Declaration of Acknowledgement Right to Farm (Agricultural
Statement of Acknowledgement) has been recorded on the parcels.”
12. The applicant shall delineate the ‘Future Development Area’ for Parcel 1 and Parcel 2 on an additional
information sheet recorded with the Parcel Map. A notation shall be placed on the Parcel Map
information sheet, which shall read: “Surface disturbances associated with the development of the
parcel is limited to the designated development area, including, but not limited to, the development of
residences, accessory structures, on-site wastewater disposal systems, wells, and access driveways.
Modification of the development area is subject to discretionary review and approval by the Butte
County Planning Commission, and may be subject to additional environmental review, pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act. ”
13. The applicant shall establish a 50-foot buffer on both sides of the ephemeral drainage channel through
Parcel 1. The channel and buffer area shall be mapped and noted on an additional map sheet of the
Parcel Map.
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Land Development Division, Department of Public Works
14. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, provide a fully executed road maintenance agreement for all
non-publicly maintained access roads on the county approved form. A note shall be placed on a separate
document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet of the parcel
map stating: "In accordance with Civil Code Section 845, maintenance of the road as shown hereon
shall be shared by those properties with a legal interest in it."
15. All access rights shall be reserved by deed per county ordinance, offered for dedication, and depicted
on the parcel map. Place the following note on the parcel map: “approved road name is a non- exclusive
easement for ingress, egress, road and public services purposes, to be reserved in deeds and is hereby
offered for dedication to the County of Butte.”
16. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, demonstrate to the Department of Public Works that there is
approved access conforming to county code to each parcel from a publicly maintained road.
17. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, provide street name signs per requirements of the Department
of Public Works. Street names shall be reviewed by the county address coordinator and one name for
each new street shall be recommended to the Board of Supervisors for approval prior to recordation of
the parcel map. A minimum of five alternate names for each new street shall be submitted.
18. Prior to final road inspection, install all necessary traffic safety signs including stop signs. For all non-
publicly maintained access roads, a note shall be placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet of the parcel map stating: "No public entity
shall be responsible for the maintenance of the traffic safety signs including stop signs. In accordance
with Civil Code Section 845, maintenance of the traffic safety signs shall be shared by those properties
with a legal interest in them."
19. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, place a note on the parcel map or on an additional map sheet that
states: Prior to issuance of a building permit on Parcel 2, the applicant shall provide a cul-de-sac or
building free turn around area designed and constructed as specified in the county improvement
standards. The parcel map shall show the cul-de-sac or building free turn around area.
20. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, provide approved access to Parcel 2 from a county maintained
road or from a state highway. Construct or provide a performance, labor and material bond for
construction of improvements to access road in conformance with county improvement standard RS- 8
LD-II, 20 feet wide with 4″ of CL II aggregate base, or to an alternative design standard that is in
compliance with California Fire Safe Standard’s and approved by Butte County Fire/CDF
21. Prior to grading, a construction storm water permit will be required by the State Water Resources
Control Board if the project results in ground disturbance, including clearing, excavation, filling, and
grading of one or more acres. The permit must be obtained from the State Water Resources Control
Board prior to construction. Submit engineering estimate of area to be disturbed to the Department of
Public Works for review and approval. If a construction storm water permit is required, engineering
plans shall show the Waste Discharge Identification (WDID) number on the title sheet of the plans and
a copy of the erosion and sediment control plan shall be provided to the Land Development Division
of the Public Works Department. If a construction storm water permit is required, place a note on an
additional map sheet that states: “The development of this parcel map required a construction storm
water permit. Construction activities that result in a land disturbance of less than one acre, but which
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are part of a larger common plan of development, also require a permit. Development of individual lots
may require an additional permit(s).”
22. Show all easements of record on the parcel map.
23. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, pay in full any and all delinquent, current and estimated taxes
and assessments as specified in Article 8 of Chapter 4 of Division 2 of Title 7, of the California
Government Code commencing with Section 66492.
24. Pay the recording fees in effect at the time the parcel map and related documents are recorded.
Environmental Health Division, Public Health Department
25. Prior to building permit approval, the project proponent shall obtain an On-Site Wastewater
Construction Permit and construct on-site sewage disposal facilities in compliance with Chapter 19,
Butte County Code. The proposed system shall be designed by a Certified Designer and meet
specifications within the Butte County Onsite Wastewater Manual. If a non-discharging sewage
disposal system is utilized, business operations shall be limited to non-retail low water use activities in
accordance with Butte County Code, Section 19-7 C (10), and the Butte County On-site Wastewater
Manual, Part Three, Chapter 16.
26. Within 30 days of storing hazardous materials at or above reporting quantities, project proponent shall
submit a complete Hazardous Material Business Plan (HMBP) and Inventories into the California
Environmental Reporting System (CERS) in accordance with California Health and Safety Code (HSC)
Chapter 6.95, Article 1 (§25500-§25519) and California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 19, Division
2, Chapter 4, Article 4. The project proponent shall comply with all applicable requirements of HMBP
state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, initial and annual employee training, annual
submittal of the HMBP in CERS and re-submittal of the HMBP in CERS within 30-days of a change
of hazardous material formulation, type or quantity. Butte County Public Health Department,
Environmental Health Division is the regulatory oversight agency for the HMBP program and will
perform CERS submittal reviews and compliance inspections.
27. Prior to storing petroleum at the project facility in quantities greater than or equal to 1,320 gallons in
aboveground tanks/containers greater than or equal to 55-gallons, the project proponent shall prepare
and implement a Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan in accordance with the
California Aboveground Petroleum Storage Act (APSA) as required in HSC Chapter 6.67 (§25270-
§25270.13). The project proponent shall submit APSA information in the California Environmental
Reporting System (CERS) and comply with all applicable requirements of the SPCC including, but not
limited to, initial and annual employee training, SPCC review and updates and tank inspections. Butte
County Public Health Department, Environmental Health Division is the regulatory oversight agency
for the APSA program and will perform CERS submittals reviews and review the SPCC during
compliance inspections.
Butte County Fire Department/Cal Fire
28. Construction, installation or development of buildings and/or roads, driveways, gates and bridges on
parcels/lots shall comply with the current adopted California Fire Code, the latest California Fire Safe
Regulations—Public Resources Code 4290, 4291 and current Butte County Improvement Standards,
whichever is stricter.
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29. Prior to building construction, provide an all-weather access of at least 10 feet wide for residential, and
20 feet wide for commercial, and 15 feet vertical clearance that will allow for ingress and egress and
accommodate a 40,000-pound fire apparatus to within 150 feet of all structures.
30. Place a note on a separate document, which is to be recorded concurrently with the Parcel or Final map,
or on an additional map sheet stating, “Building identification and/or addresses shall be installed in
conformance with Public Resources Code 4290 and shall be posted at the time of permit issuance and
maintained continuously thereafter. All flammable vegetation and fuels caused by site development
and construction, road and driveway construction and/or fuel modification must be removed, chipped,
buried or burned prior to completion of building permit.
II. NOTATION A. Minor changes may be approved administratively by the Directors of Development Services, Environmental Health, or Public Works upon receipt of a substantiated written request by the applicant, or their respective designee. Prior to such approval, verification shall be made by each Department or Division that the modification is consistent with the application, fees paid and environmental determination as conditionally approved. Changes deemed to be major or significant in nature shall require a formal application for amendment.