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Resolution No. 18-1$5
RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION; MAKING FINDINGS
AND DENYING THE APPEAL APPROVING TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP(CLUSTERED (DEVELOPMENT)
TSM17-0001 FOR NELS LEEN
WHEREAS, Nells Leen (Applicant) has applied for a,Tentative Subdivision Map to divide two parcels totaling±18.5
acres into 19 parcels(18 residential lots and one open space lot) ranging in size from 0.20 acres to 12,02 acres in the VLDR-
1 (Very Low Density Residential 1-acre minimum) zone; and
WHEREAS, the project site is located at 1232 Stanley Avenue, on the south side of Stanley Avenue, one-quarter
mile east from Dayton Road, in the unincorporated area of Butte County south of the City of Chico; and
WHEREAS, parcels surrounding the project site consist of single family residences and agricultural uses on parcels
zoned VLDR to the north and east,a walnut orchard on a 146 acre parcel zoned Agriculture to the south across Comanche
Creek, and a mobile home park to the west;and
WHEREAS,the project site includes two parcels (APNs 039-370-019 &039-090-061)to be divided; and
WHEREAS, at a noticed public hearing on July 26, 2018 and September 27, 2018,. the Planning Commission
approved Tentative Subdivision Map TS17-0001 on a 3 - 1 vote; and
WHEREAS, an appeal of the Planning Commission's September 27, 2018 approval was filed in a timely manner
with the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors by Sara Knowles of Leland, Morrissey & Knowles, on behalf of Dr. David Gallo
and IMr. Tom Hall; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has considered Tentative Subdivision Map TSM17-0001 including the
November 6, 2018 staff report of the Department of Development Services,the appeal, the record of proceedings before
the Planning Commission, all oral and written public comments received and responses thereto, and the Mitigated
Negative Declaration prepared for the project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has considered the applicant's request for a tentative subdivision map to
utilize the clustered development ordinance pursuant to Article Ill, Division 8,of Chapter 24 of Butte County Code including
the use of the Density Incentive provision to allow for an additional maximum density of 15 percent for a total of 21 logs;
and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Butte County Code section 24-56.1 the Board of Supervisors has
considered the request to establish a residential dwelling setback from the existing orchard along the eastern property
lines of Parcels 12-16 and the northern property line of Parcel 10, of Tentative Subdivision Map TSM17-0001, from the
adjacent active orchard) located on APN 039-370-102.The Department of Development Services, in consultation with the
Agricultural Commissioner's Office, has recommended a 50-foot setback; and
WHEREAS, said Tentative Subdivision 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 November 6, 2018, and the Board of Supervisors has
considered Tentative Subdivision Map TSM17-0001 staff report of the Department of Development Services, the record
of proceedings before the Planning Commission, all public comments received and responses thereto, and the Mitigated
Negative Declaration prepared forthe project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA); and
WHEREAS,at the November 6, 2018 hearing,the Board of Supervisors on a 4-1 vote, made a Motion of Intent to
approve the project without the density incentive and reduce the number of residential lots from 21 to 18; and
WHEREAS, at the December 11, 2018 hearing,the Board of Supervisors held a continued public hearing.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the Butte County Board of Supervisors hereby takes the following actions
and makes the following findings:
I. Adopts the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration with the following findings:
A. An Initial Study was completed in compliance with CEQA. Said study identified no significant
environmental effects with inclusion of recommended mitigation measures.
B. The Board of Supervisors has considered the Mitigated Negative Declaration,together with comments
received during the review process.
C. Consistent with the holding of the California Supreme Court in California Building industry Association
v. Bay Area Air Management District (52 CaLO 369 (20.15)), finds "that ordinary CEQA analysis is
concerned with a project's impact on the environment,rather than with the environment's impact on
a project and its users or residents."
D. On the basis of the whole record before the Board of Supervisors,there is no fair argument based on
substantial evidence that Tentative Subdivision Map TSM17-0001 may have a significant impact on
the environment. 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 Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration reflects the independent judgment and analysis
of Butte County, which is the Lead Agency.
F. The collection of fees pursuant to Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 and 14 CCR 753.5 is required
prior to filing a Notice of Determination for the project, unless verification from the California
Department of Fish and Game is provided that the project is exempt from the fee requirement. If a
required fee is not paid for the 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)).
II. Establishes a setback for residential development from the existing orchard located on APN 039-370-102
(1768 Walnut Tree Lane) in order to reduce interference and conflict with the preexisting agricultural
operations while providing for the development potential allowed by residential zones of 50 feet along
the eastern property lines of Parcels 12-16 and from the northern property line of Parcel 10, consistent
with the requirements of§24.56.1 of Butte County Code.
Ill. Denies the appeal in part and approves Tentative Subdivision Map TSM17-0001 to divide two parcels
totaling ±18.5 acres into 19 parcels (18 residential lots and one open space lot) ranging in size from 0.20
acres to 12.02 acres in the VLDR-1 (Very Low Density Residential 1-acre minimum) zone, subject to the
conditions found in Exhibit"A" with the following findings:
A. The proposed map is consistent with the VLDR-1 zone and with the VLDR General Plan land use
designation as supported by General Plan policies regarding clustered developments and Chapter 24,
Article III, Division 8, Clustered Development of Butte County Code.
1. The clustered development proposed is consistent with the requirements of Division 8 of Article
III of the Zoning Ordinance. Section 24-85 of Butte County Code establishes the purpose of
clustered developments as:
"...to facilitate the retention of natural resources, open space (a minimum of 40 percent of the
total project site must be dedicated as permanent open space to qualify as a Clustered
Development), and wildlife habitat; avoid hazardous areas; and further implement the goals and
policies of the General Plan."
The clustering of the homes to the northern portion of the project site allows for the creation of
a 12.02-acre open space lot that will allow for protection of agricultural uses, natural resources
and habitat area. Uses and activities within the open space area will be consistent with Butte
County Code section 24-90(G) and regulated by the required Open Space Management Plan and
will be compatible with the open space land.
2. The proposed map is consistent with the following Chico Area Greenline policies of the adopted
Butte County General Plan 2030:
LU-P13.1- Maintain the Chico Area Greenline,which shall be located as shown on Figure LU-7.
LU-11313.4 - Allow residential land uses on the Agricultural Side of the Chico Area Greenline only
within those areas designated for VLDR and Rural Residential use on the Official Chico Area
Greenline Map shown in Figure LU-7.
3. The clustered development and 12.02 acre open space area provides additional protection of
lands designated in the Butte County General Plan and zoned for Agriculture by limiting allowed
uses within the 300-foot agricultural buffer and requiring an open space management plan for
the 12.02-acre open space lot adjacent to lands in the AG-40 (Agriculture —40-acre minimum)
zone.
4. The proposed map is substantially consistent with applicable objectives, policies, general land
uses, and programs specified of the Butte County General Plan 2030 based on the consistency
review in the staff report. The proposed map, together with the provisions for its design and
improvement, is consistent with the Butte County General Plan 2030. The proposed map is
compatible and in harmony with the objectives,policies,general land uses and programs specified
in the General Plan (Sequoyah Hills Homeowners Association v. City of Oakland, 23 Ca1.App.4th
704 (1993)).
B. The proposed map is consistent with the requirements of Butte County Code, Article III, Division 8
(Clustered Development) as discussed in the staff report. The proposed map is consistent with the
specific objectives of section 24-85 of Butte County Code as follows:
1. Provide an incentive to create quality residential developments, particularly where special
conditions exist that prevent the attainment of the maximum permitted density of a property that
could otherwise be attained through conventional subdivision design.
The project site is unable to divide to the standard 1-acre size parcel of the VLDR Zone due to the
requirement for the 300 foot agricultural (residential development) buffer from the southern
property of APN 039-090-061, which is adjacent to agriculturally designated land. The agricultural
buffer restricts approximately 12.02 of the 18.5 acres of the subject property (64 percent of the
total property). The clustered development allows for the project to achieve the intended density
of the VLDR zone.
The Board considered the requested density incentive and determined the project's density of 1.13
dwelling units is not consistent with the 1 dwelling unit per acre of the Very Low Density Residential
General Plan Land Use designation.
2. Require the preservation of environmentally sensitive areas (e.g., wetlands and special status
species habitat), productive agricultural and timber lands, and important cultural and scenic
resources.
The proposed map includes approximately 12.02 acres of open space area. This area is identified
as Lot A. A portion of the designated open space area includes the 300 foot agricultural buffer.
The open space area will also protect the identified sensitive habitat and riparian areas adjacent
to Comanche Creek.
3. Facilitate innovative development concepts that achieve greater consistency with the Butte
County General Plan.
The proposed clustered development will result in a reduction in conflicts between urban and
agricultural uses in support of General Plan Goal AG-5 by locating all the residential development
to be more than 300 feet from adjacent agricultural designated lands required by section 24-83
of Butte County Code in support of General Plan Policy AG-P5.3.
4. Provide permanent open space for a variety of natural resource purposes.
As documented in the Initial Study and Mitigated!Negative Declaration, the proposed open space
area will help protect sensitive biological and cultural resources located on Lot "A"and adjacent
prime agricultural lands.
5. Reduce infrastructure requirements by reducing the length of streets and water and sewer lines
and by potentially reducing street width requirements.
The lengths of streets, water and utility lines in the clustered development proposed by Tentative
Subdivision Map TSM17-000.1 will be reduced compared with the one-acre minimum size lots
proposed on the some property by Tentative Subdivision Map TSM17-0001.
C. Consistent with the requirements of section 24-83 of Butte County Code in support of General Plan
Policy AG-P5.3, the proposed map includes a 300-foot agricultural buffer (residential setback) from
the southerly parcel boundary of APN 039-090-061, which is adjacent to agriculturally designated
land.
D. The design and improvements of the proposed parcel map are consistent with County standards and
policies provided all conditions of project approval are complied with.
E. The 18.5-acre project site is physically suitable for the single family residential use and the 0.97 unit
per acre density of the proposed development.
F. The project development is restricted to one dwelling per parcel to protect public health and safety
based on the following findings:
1. The wastewater disposal area as designed and proposed on the map will not accommodate the
increase of wastewater flow that would occur if more than one equivalent dwelling unit(EDU)per
parcel were allowed and still be in compliance with the Onsite Wastewater Manual and Butte
County Code Chapter 19 (On-Site Wastewater Systems).
2. Section 19-17(A.) declares that "all violations of Butte County Code Chapter 19 and the Onsite
Wastewater Manual are determined to be unlawful and declared to be detrimental to public
health, safety and welfare, and are public nuisances."
3. The wastewater system is limited in its design to accommodate the proposed 18 residential
dwelling units with up to four bedrooms each. The leach lines are designed to handle the flow
generated by the proposed 18 residential dwellings with up to four bedrooms each.The proposed
system is not designed or sized to accommodate second dwellings on each parcel.
4. Septic tank sizing and leach field sizing are predetermined by the wastewater design flow.
Allowing second dwellings/accessory dwelling units would require completely different
infrastructure, including the leach lines and the distribution of the wastewater into the leachfield
area and require going outside the prescribed easement area for wastewater.
S. Allowing second dwellings would require a redesign of the community wastewater treatment and
disposal system.
6. Second dwellings would exceed the capacity that Butte County Environmental Health could
permit under the Local Agency Management Program approved by the Central Valley Regional
Water Quality Control Board.
7. The wastewater system is a septic tank effluent pump (STEP) system which is designed to handle
a maximum amount of wastewater, which is equivalent to one dwelling unit per parcel.
G. The proposed project's Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration analyzed potential
environmental impacts to both plants and wildlife and determined that with included mitigations the
project would not cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish
or wildlife or their habitat.
H. 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 map provided the
attached conditions are met.
I. The project parcels are located outside the Urban Flood Protection Overlay Zone and residential
development will be located outside of the identified 100-year floodplain.
J. The project site is not located within an earthquake fault zone and on lands with low potential for
liquefaction and seismically induced landslides.
K. Approval of this project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare provided the
required conditions and mitigation measures are complied with.
L. The buffers from adjacent orchards and agriculturally designated lands will help protect future
residents of the project site from exposure to significant impacts related to agricultural practices. In
addition, disclosure of the requirements of Chapter 35 of Butte County Code, the Right to Farm
Ordinance, for disclosures acknowledging the right to farm as part of the development approval and
to future buyers of real property will help protect adjacent agricultural uses.
M. The roads in the project area have the capacity to handle the increase in vehicular traffic generated
by the project. In 2017, Butte County Department of Public Works gathered traffic and accident data
for the roadways in the vicinity of the project site. That data indicated that between 2009 and 2015
there were no reported accidents on Stanley Avenue or any of the other local streets in the Orchard-
Marian-Diamond-Stanley neighborhood and only three accidents on Dayton Road in this area. Of the
three accidents on Dayton only one was close to the Stanley/Dayton intersection but was not related
to traffic trying to turn into or out of Stanley Ave but was related to a turning movement at a driveway
on the west side of Dayton just north of the Stanley/Dayton intersection.All of the accidents were in
general the result of inattentiveness or reckless driving. As for traffic volumes on the local streets in
the Stanley avenue neighborhood they are all extremely low with Stanley Ave having an Average Daily
Trips of 289 based on 2013 counts.
Public Works reviewed their data sets to see if there have been any significant changes since their last
look in 2017 and nothing has occurred in the way of traffic volumes.There have been three additional
accidents in the area one on Dayton 100 feet north of Mari�n Ave. due to unsafe speed, another on
Dayton Road south of the Mobile Horne park due to improper turning movements and the last on
Mclntosh halfway between Dayton and Diamond Ave at a right angle curve in,the road which was due
to unsafe speed.These changes are not significant in our professional judgement.
N. There is no substantial evidence in the whole record to support any of the findings in Government
Code §66474 requiring denial of the Tentative Subdivision Map (Clustered Development) as follows:
1. The proposed map as aipprovedand conditioned is consistent with applicable general and specific
plans esspecified inSection 65451.
2. The design or improvement of the proposed subdivision is consistent with,applicable general and
specific plans.
3. The site isphysically suitable for the type mfdevelopment.
4. The site isphysically suitable for the proposed density ofdevelopment.
5. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements are not likely to cause substantial
environmental damage mrsubstant[aiUVand avoldabKyinjure fishoruvNdOfemrtheirhabitat.
6. The design ofthe subdivision and type Vfimprovements isnot likely tocause serious public health
problems.
7. The design ofthe subdivision and the type ofimprovements will not conflict with easements,
acquired by the pub�|icat large, for access through or use of, property within! the proposed
subdivision.
PASSED AND ADOPTED bythe Butte County Board nfSupervisors this 11mday ofDecember,2O1Q,hythe following
vote:
AYES: Supervisors Connelly, VVaih|,Teeter, and Chair Lambert
NOES:Supervisor Kirk
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Steve Lamlbqj5:�/Chair
Butte County Board ofSupervisors
ATTEST:
Shari McCracken, Chief Administrative Officer
andre Bo o Supervisors
EXHIBIT A
Tentative Subdivision Map for Nels leen on APN 039-370-019 & 039-090-061 File # TSM17-0001: An
application for a Tentative Subdivision Map (Clustered Development) to divide an approximately 18.5-acre
property into 19 parcels(18 residential lots and one open space lot)ranging in size from 0.20 acres to 12.02 acres.
The 18 clustered residential lots range in size from 0.20 to 0.75 acres and the open space lot is shown as Lot A
(12.02 acres). The parcels will be served by California Water Service Companyfor domestic water and a community
wastewater system. Lots will be served by a new on-site cul-de-sac, off of Stanley Avenue; with full urban
improvements including curb, gutter, sidewalk and drainage disposal. Pursuant to the requirements of Butte
County Code§24-56.1 (Residential Setback from Orchards and Vineyards),a residential dwelling setback from an
adjacent active orchard on.APN 039-370-102 of 50 feet is required along the eastern property lines of Parcels
12-16 and from the northern property line of Parcel 1b. Pursuant to`Butte County Code §2483,the proposed
map includes a 300-foot agricultural buffer from the southerly parcel boundary of APN"039-090-061.
1. CONDITIONS Of APPROVAL:
Planning Division
1. Mitigation Measure#1 Construction Air Emissions
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states: "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 CARE-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 CARE 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.
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."
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 final reap 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#2 (Valley Elderberry Longhorn Beetle)
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states: "Prior to construction activities in any areas within potential valley
elderberry longhorn beetle habitat, a qualified biologist shall flag, fence, or by other highly visible
means identify buffer zones at least 20 feet wide surrounding the drip line of blue elderberry
(Sambucus nigra ssp. caerulea) with at least one stem with a diameter at ground level of one inch or
greater. The visibly defined buffer zones shall be maintained throughout the duration of
construction."
Plan Requirements:The above-referenced mitigation shall be placed on a separate document which
is to be recorded concurrently with the final map or on an additional map sheet.
Timing:Requirements_of..the._.condition_ shall be adhered to prior to,constructior�_._.activities_...a_nd_.._.. .... ._...._. ...
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. Department of Development Services shall
ensure the condition is met at the time of development and during construction activities.
3. Mitigation Measure#3(Temporary Fencing
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states: "Prior to construction activities, the project proponent shall use
exclusionary fencing to mark the boundaries of elderberry shrubs plus a 20-foot buffer,that are to be
avoided.The project proponent shall also mark the boundaries of riparian vegetation,which are to be
avoided, plus a 50-foot buffer. The exclusionary fencing shall be maintained in place throughout
construction."
Plan Requirements:The above-referenced mitigation shall be placed on a separate document which
is to be recorded concurrently with the final map or on an additional map sheet.
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 note is placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet. Department of Development Services shall
ensure the condition is met at the time of development and during construction activities.
4. Mitigation Measure#4 Northwestern Pond Turtle
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states:"If a northwestern pond turtle is observed in the project area during
construction activities, the contractor will temporarily halt construction until the turtle has moved
itself to a safe location outside the construction limits. If construction is to occur during the nesting
season (late June-July), a pre-construction survey will be conducted by a qualified biologist to locate
any northwestern pond turtles or their nests. This survey will be conducted within 500 feet of
Comanche Creek no more than two days prior to the start of construction. If a pond turtle nest is
located, the biologist will flag the site and determine whether construction activities can avoid
affecting the nest. If the nest cannot be avoided, a no-disturbance buffer zone will be established
around the nest in coordination with CDFW.The no-disturbance buffer will remain in place until the
young have left the nest."
Plan Requirements:The above-referenced mitigation shall be placed on a separate document which
is to be recorded concurrently with the final map or on an additional map sheet.
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 note is placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet. Department of Development Services shall
ensure the condition is met at the time of development and during construction activities.
5. Mitigation Measure#5 Western Red Bat
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states: "Prior to the start of construction activities, a survey for roosting
bats or maternity roosts shall be conducted by a qualified biologist. The survey shall be performed
within seven days prior to the initiation of construction adjacent to areas of appropriate roosting
habitat. Accessible areas shall be surveyed during the appropriate time of day to maximize
detectability of the species.The survey shall include the areas within 250 feet of the work area. If an
active roost is found, no disturbance buffers will be established around the roost. The buffer will be
100 feet for a roost and 250 feet for a maternity roost, the limits of the work area will be clearly
marked and a qualified biologist will be retained to monitor construction activities within the vicinity
of the roost or maternity roost. If buffer reductions are requested and approved by CDFW,a monthly
report shall be submitted to CDFW with information regarding monitoring results and reports will be
submitted for the duration of construction activities within buffer areas."
Plan Requirements:The above-referenced mitigation shall be placed on a separate document which
is to be recorded concurrently with the final map or on an additional map sheet.
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 note is placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet. Department of Development Services shall
ensure the condition is met at the time of development and during construction activities.
6. Mitigation Measure#6(Migratory Birds/Nesting Raptors)
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states: "If construction activities on resultant parcels occurs during the
nesting season for birds protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and California Department
Fish &Game Code(approximately March 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.At least
one survey shall be conducted no more than 7 days prior to the initiation of construction activities. If
ground disturbance or vegetation removal stops during the construction period for more than 15
days, another survey shall be conducted within 7 days prior to the continuation of construction
activities. In the event that nesting raptors or birds protected by CDFC and MBIA are found in or
within the footprint of proposed construction,the project proponent shall:
1. Locate and map the location of the nest site;
2. Establish a 250 feet no-disturbance buffer around all active nests; in the event bald eagles are
found nesting in the survey area, a 1,000 foot no disturbance buffer shall be established;
3. Within 2 working days of the survey, prepare a report and submit to the County.The report will
include the results of survey, location(s) of nests,and location of no disturbance buffers;
4. On-going weekly surveys shall be conducted to ensure that the no disturbance buffer is
maintained;
5. Construction can resume when a qualified biologist has confirmed that the nest is no longer
active."
Plan Requirements:The above-referenced mitigation shall be placed on a separate document which
is to be recorded concurrently with the final map or on an additional map sheet.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be adhered to prior to construction activities, including
road construction, and 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. Department of Development Services shall
ensure the condition is met at the time of development and during construction activities.
7. Mitigation Measure#7 Swainson's Hawk
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states: "Any ground disturbance or vegetation removal within the project
area should be conducted during the non-breeding season (September 16 through February 28). If
construction activities occur during the breeding season (March 1-September 15) then a pre-
construction raptor survey will be conducted by a qualified biologist to identify any active Swainson's
hawk nests within and in the vicinity of the BSA. The pre-construction survey will take place in
accessible areas within a 0.5-mile radius of the area where construction activities would occur. The
required survey radius may be reduced on a case-by-case basis if approved by CDFW, but in no case
will be less than 500 feet.At least one survey will be conducted no more than one week prior to the
initiation of construction. If no active nests are located, no further measures are necessary to avoid
impacts to Swainson's hawk nests. If active nests are identified, the following measures will be
implemented:
1. A no-disturbance buffer zone will be established around the nest.The width of the buffer will be
determined by a qualified biologist in coordination with CDFW. Determination of the required
width will consider the distance of the nest from construction activities, existing level of
disturbance, etc.
2. A qualified biologist will monitor active nests within 500 feet(or the width of the buffer zone)of
construction activities.The first monitoring event will coincide with the initial implementation of
construction activities and monitoring will continue at least once a week until the young have
fledged. If the biologist determines that construction is disturbing the birds and nest failure is
possible, CDFW will be notified immediately. Measures to avoid nest failure will be implemented
in coordination with CDFW and may include halting some or all construction activities until the
young have fledged. For monitored nest sites, a monitoring report will be submitted to CDFW
within two weeks after termination of monitoring activities."
Plan Requirements:The above referenced mitigation shall be placed on a separate document which
is to be recorded concurrently with the final map or an additional map sheet.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be adhered to prior to construction activities.
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. Department of Development Services shall
ensure the condition is met at the time of development and during construction activities.
8. Mitigation Measure#8(Riparian Habitat)
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states: "Prior to recordation of the Tentative Subdivision Map, a 50-foot
building setback shall be established from the top of the bank of Comanche Creek or the outer edge
of the riparian vegetation,whichever is greater.The riparian vegetation and the building setback area
shall be delineated on a separate document recorded concurrently with the Tentative Subdivision
Map. No disturbance related to the development and use of residences, or allowed uses, within the
buffer area is allowed except those that comply with Butte County Code §24-76 to 24-80 et seq. If
future construction activities on the resultant parcels would affect the identified riparian vegetation,
the project proponent shall obtain a Streambed Alteration Agreement from the CDFW, pursuant to
Section 1602 of the CFGC."
Plan Requirements: A 50-foot building setback area shall be established around riparian woodlands
on the project site and delineated on a separate document recorded concurrently with the final map,
together with the mitigation measure.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be adhered to prior to Tentative Subdivision. Map
recording and 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 note is placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet. Department of Development Services shall
ensure the condition is met at the time of development and during construction activities.
9. Mitigation Measure#9 Cultural Resources
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states:"Priorto any ground disturbance the developer shall arrange to have
a qualified archaeologist conduct a minimum of four shovel pit tests within the boundaries of Parcels
2 and 3.The Mechoopda Tribe shall be notified of the time and date of the shovel pit testing to provide
the opportunity to monitor excavation. Soil from the shovel test pits shall be screened through
standard quarter inch mesh (hardware cloth). The results of the shovel pit tests will be reported to
County Planning staff by the qualified archaeologist. If no subsurface evidence of prehistoric cultural
resources is located, no additional mitigation is necessary under this measure.Should any prehistoric
cultural resources be located, additional consultation with the Mechoopda Tribe, to determine the
appropriate steps for recordation and recovery, shall occur before any construction related ground
disturbance."
Plan Requirements: This note shall be placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the final 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 note 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.
10. Mitigation Measure#10(Cultural Resources)
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states: "Prior to development on the resultant parcels, subsurface
investigations shall take place. The property owner shall retain a qualified archaeologist to conduct
the subsurface investigation.The investigation will consist of up to two shovel test pits per parcel.Soil
from the shovel test pits will be screened through standard one-quarter inch mesh (hardware cloth).
The Mechoopda Tribe will be notified to provide the opportunity to monitor excavation of the shovel
test pits. Should any prehistoric cultural resources be located, the qualified archaeologist and the
Mechoopda Tribe will determine the appropriate steps for recordation and recovery, prior to further
ground disturbance. If no subsurface evidence of prehistoric cultural resources is located, no
additional mitigation is necessary."
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 note 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 ensure subsurface investigations are performed prior to
development on resultant parcels.
11. Mitigation Measure#11 (Cultural Resources)
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states: "Should site development activities reveal the presence of
prehistoric cultural resources(freshwater shells, beads, bone tool remnants, lithic materials, tools or
grrnding rocks, etc:)or historic culturaFre5ources st uc"tura[Yerrfairts, re use-eposits, boale durrj09,
etc.) the supervising contractor shall cease all work within the area of the find and notify County
Planning staff. A qualified archaeologist shall be retained by the property owner to evaluate the
significance of the find. Further,the Mechoopda Tribe will be notified to provide the opportunity to
monitor evaluation of the find. Site work shall not resume until the qualified archaeologist conducts
sufficient research,testing and analysis of the archaeological evidence to make a determination that
the resource is either not cultural in origin or determine the appropriate steps for recordation and
recovery, including recommendations for total data recovery,Tribal Monitoring,deposition protocol,
or avoidance, if applicable. All measures deemed appropriate by County Planning staff shall be
implemented pursuant to the terms of the qualified archaeologists report."
Plan Requirements: This note shall be placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the final 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 note 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.
12. Mitigation Measure#12 (Cultural Resources)
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states:"If human remains are discovered,all work must immediately cease,
and the local coroner must be contacted. Procedures for the discovery of human remains will be
followed in accordance with provisions of the State Health and Safety Code,Sections 7052 and 7050.5
and the State Public Resources Code Sections 5097.9 to 5097.99. If the coroner determines that the
remains are those of a Native American, the coroner shall contact the Native American Heritage
Commission (NAHC) and subsequent procedures shall be followed, according to State Public
Resources Sections 5097.9 to 5097.99, regarding the notification of the Native American Most Likely
Descendant.The preceding requirements shall be incorporated into construction contracts and plans
to ensure contractor knowledge and responsibility for proper implementation."
Plan Requirements: This note shall be placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the final 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 note 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.
13. Mitigation Measure#13[Greenhouse Gas Emissions]
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the final map or on
an additional map sheet that states: "To the extent feasible, the developer shall implement the
following measures at the time of development to offset the anticipated contribution of greenhouse
gas emissions from residential development:
• Support expansion of renewable energy systems
o Prewire all new residential development to support photovoltaic system installation.
• Support efficiency in vehicles and landscaping equipment
o Install electrical vehicle outlets on external walls or in garages in all new residential
development.
• Improve fuel efficiency of equipment during construction-related activities
o Minimize idling time either by shutting equipment off when not in use or reducing the time
of idling to no more than 3 minutes.
o Use clean or alternative fuel equipment"
Plan Requirements: The note shall be placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the final map or on an additional map sheet. This note shall also be placed on all
building and site development plans.
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 note 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.
14. Place a note on the Final Map or additional map sheet stating:"To protect the public health and safety,
no second dwellings or accessory dwelling units are permitted based on the design and capacity of
the community wastewater system."
15. Place a note on the Final Map or additional map sheet stating: "The parcels created as part of a
clustered development project cannot be further divided."
16. Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the final map or on
an additional map sheet that states"Lot A is an open space lot and is not for residential development
or allowed to be subdivided. Uses and open space requirements shall be consistent with Butte County
Code §24-90(D.) & (G.) and the Open Space Management Plan prepared pursuant to Butte County
Code §24-90(E.)".
17. Prior to the recordation of the map, an Open Space Management Plan shall be submitted to and
approved by the Director of Development Services. The open space area(Lot"A")shall be maintained
in accordance with the open space management plan,which shall include, at a minimum,each of the
requirements under Butte County Code §24-90(E.).
18. A 300-foot Agricultural Buffer Setback shall be shown along the southerly parcel boundary of APN
039-090-061 on the recorded final map.
19. Place a note on the Final Map or additional map sheet stating: "Residential dwelling setbacks from
the adjacent active orchard (APN 039-370-102) shall be a minimum of 50 feet along the eastern
property lines of Parcels 12-16 and from the northern property line of Parcel 10. if the existing
agricultural use (orchard) has been permanently removed, residential dwelling setbacks shall be as
required by the Zoning Ordinance."
20. Prior to or concurrently with the recordation of the Final Map, record a Declaration Acknowledging
Right To Farm (Agricultural Statement of Acknowledgement).
21. Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the final map or on
an additional map sheet that states: "A Declaration Acknowledging Right to Farm (Agricultural
Statement of Acknowledgement) has been recorded on the parcels."
22. Prior to recordation of the Final Map,the applicant/developer shall pay and maintain a Mitigation and
Condition of Approval Monitoring retainer in the amount established by the applicable Butte County
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Public Works
23. All access rights shall be reserved by deed per county ordinance, offered for dedication,and depicted
on the final map. Place the following note on the final 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."
24. Prior to recordation of the final map, deed to Butte County in fee simple 30 feet of right-of-way from
the physical centerline of Stanley Ave. along the entire property frontage. The right-of-way shall be
sufficient for the installation of county improvement standard S-5 at all street intersections.
25. Prior to recordation of the final 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 final map. A minimum of five alternate names for each new street shall be
submitted.
26. Prior to final road inspection, install all necessary traffic safety signs including stop signs.
27. Prior to recordation of the final map, submit road and drainage improvement plans to the Land
Development Division for the installation of a standard S-18B road approach in accordance with
county improvement standards. Obtain an encroachment permit and construct the road approach
prior to recordation of the final map. Adequate sight distance at the intersection of access road and
Stanley Avenue shall be provided. Right-of-way required for construction of road approach and
roadside drainage shall be provided.
28. Provide cul-de-sacs designed and constructed as specified in the county improvement standards. The
final map shall show the cul-de-sacs.
29. Prior to recordation of the final map,construct or provide a performance, labor and material bond for
construction of street frontage improvements on Stanley Avenue. Construct a %Z+ 12' street section
along the entire parcel frontage in conformance with county improvement standard RS-3B, including
curb,gutter, 3"AC, 12"AB, prime coat,fog seal and 95% relative compaction. Submit design to the
Land Development Division for approval prior to construction. "R" value determination and other
data may be required to support the section design.
30. Prior to recordation of the final map,constructor provide a performance, labor and material bond for
construction of interior streets in conformance with county improvement standard RS-3B, including
curb,gutter,and sidewalk,3"AC,12"AB,prime coat,fog seal,95%relative compaction,and 60'right-
of-way width. Submit design to the Land Development Division for approval prior to construction.
"R" value determination and other data may be required to support the section design. Form a zone
of benefit or other approved maintenance entity within the county's permanent road division (PRD)
for operation and maintenance of interior streets and storm drain facilities.
31. Prior to recordation of the final map the developer shall construct or provide a performance, labor
and material bond for construction of road improvements on Stanley Avenue. The amount of
improvements that the developer shall pay for will be based on their fair share for improvements on
Stanley Avenue as agreed upon by Butte County Public Works.Thefairshare will be determined based
on the anticipated traffic generated by the project and its proportion to potential future development
on Stanley times the overall costs to bring Stanley up to current standard from Dayton Road to the
project boundary. Improvements shall be in conformance with county improvement standard RS-7,
20'wide,no curb,gutter,or sidewalk,2"AC,8"AB, prime coat,fog seal and 95%relative compaction.
The developer shall submit improvement designs to the Land Development Division for approval prior
to construction. "R" value determinations and other data may be required to confirm the minimum
structural section design.
32. Street lighting shall be provided in accordance with Butte County requirements, accepted design
criteria, and recommendations of Pacific Gas& Electric Company. Where the County has determined
that it is not detrimental to health and safety, the developer may choose to only install electrical
outlets for streetlights. If streetlights are to be installed, the annual energy costs shall be funded
through a county service area (CSA), zone of benefit within a permanent road division (PRD),or other
entity as approved by the public works director. The developer must complete the formation of the
CSA, zone of benefit within a PRD, or other approved entity prior to recordation of the final map.The
formation process will require the developer to fund the service until the beginning of the first fiscal
year in which service charges can be collected and to agree to an annual maximum service charge to
ensure continued operation of the facilities.
33. Prior to recordation of the final map, drainage plans and calculations shall be submitted to and
approved by the Department of Public Works. Engineering plans shall detail existing drainage
conditions and specify how storm water runoff will be either detained or retained onsite and/ or
conveyed to the nearest natural drainage channel or publicly maintained facility. Engineering
calculations shall show there is no increase in peak flow runoff leaving the property. If storm drainage
facilities serve new public roads,the developer must complete the formation of a county service area
(CSA), zone of benefit within a permanent road division (PRD), or other Department of Public Works
approved entity prior to recordation of the final map. The formation process will require the
developer to fund the service until the beginning of the first fiscal year in which service charges can
be collected and agree to an annual maximum service charge to ensure continued operation of the
facilities.
34. Prior to final improvement inspection by the Department of Public Works,all new drain inlets shall be
labeled with the county approved drain marker per county standard S-40. Improvement plans shall
show and/or note the requirements for labeling inlets pursuant to county standard S-40.
35. Prior to recordation of the final map in accordance with Butte County Code Section 26-25 either:
a. Show or note the existing regulatory flood plain on the map;or
b. Establish the regulatory flood plain and then show it on the map.
36. 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 final map required a construction storm
water permit. Construction activities that result in a land disturbance of less than one acre, but which
are part of a larger common plan of development, also require a permit. Development of individual
lots may require an additional permit(s)."
37. Show all easements of record on the final map.
38. Prior to recordation of the final 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.
39. Pay the recording fees in effect at the time the final map and related documents are recorded.
40. Prior to recordation of the final map, a preliminary soils report prepared by a registered design
professional and based upon adequate testing shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works
Land Development Division and Department of Development Services Building Division for review and
approval.
Butte County Fire California Department of Forest
41. Construction, installation or development of buildings and/or roads, driveways,gates and bridges on
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_,_parcels/lois shall com_p!_y_w th the_current adopted Q fornia__Fire Code and current Butte_ County
Improvement Standards,whichever is stricter.
42. Prior to construction, a pressurized water system for fire protection is required. Bonding may be
allowed with the approval of the County Fire Chief. Average required hydrant spacing is 500 feet
(reduce by 100 feet on dead-end streets and roads), hydrant size 6 inches, and residual fire flow of
1000 GPM. Local water agency requirements for hydrants may be more restrictive. Fire hydrant
identification, road reflectors or post reflectors acceptable to the County Fire Chief shall be installed
or bonded, prior to Parcel or Final map recordation. Submit plans to the Fire Department for review
and approval prior to construction.
43. Prior to building construction, provide an all-weather access of at least 10 feet wide for residential,
and 20 feet wide for commercial,and vertical clearance of 15 feet that will allow for ingress and egress
and accommodate a 40,000-pound fire apparatus to within 150 feet of any point on all structures.
44. Pressurized community water system must be installed and operational prior to combustible building
materials arriving on site.
Environmental Health Division
45. Place a note on the Final Map or additional map sheet stating:"Reports that may have been conditions
of approval on the tentative map and a list of current requirements for building sites are on file and
available for review in the Butte County Department of Development Services and Butte County
Environmental Health Division files."
46. Provide a letter or other documentation from California Water Service Company indicating that they
are willing and able to provide domestic water service to parcels 1-18.
47. Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states: "Development of parcels 1-18 will require connection to a public
water supply."
48. MUWA(minimal useable wastewater area) must be shown for the community wastewater system on
the design submittal by certified designer. A minimum ten (10)foot setback from the west property
line will be maintained in designing the dispersal fields. The developer must complete the formation
of a county service area (CSA), prior to recordation of the final map.
49. Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an
additional map sheet that states: "The maximum bedroom count for each resultant parcel will be four
(4)with the maximum wastewater design flow from each parcel correlating with a four(4) bedroom
home."
50. A county certified OM&M onsite wastewater specialist must be hired under contract to provide
minimum maintenance and monitoring services to the proposed STEP community wastewater system
designed for the development.
51. Homeowners, separate from the CSA, will be responsible for the maintenance and pumping of their
individual septic tanks. Inspections of the septic tanks will be conducted by the certified OM&M
onsite wastewater specialist to determine when the homeowners must have them pumped,
depending an their use. All septic tanks must be set a minimum 50 feet from any private well.
52. The applicant shall establish a County Service Area (CSA) as the County approved public entity to
manage the community wastewater system.
53. The community wastewater system will be managed by a County Service Area (CSA) with all necessary
legal entitlements and financial assurances in place as per County and Butte Local Agency Formation
Commission (LAFCo) requirements.
54. CSA annual service charges shall be established at the time of CSA formation to ensure financial
viability of the CSA for the construction, operation and maintenance of the community wastewater
system, including but not limited to annual operating costs such as utilities, supplies, sample testing
and services.
55. The developer must establish a fund for the initial operation/maintenance and monitoring service
provided to the community wastewater system.
56. A recorded easement must be created for the CSA and for all parcels and their owners using the
community wastewater and the collection system located on separate parcels to allow for access to
and for maintenance of and repair of the designated community wastewater area and replacement
area located on Lot A. The easement shall be recorded superior to any liens and encumbrances.
Processing Fees
57. Prior to recordation of the Final Map, pay any outstanding project-related processing fees.
County Counsel
58. If this entire matter or any finding, action or condition of this matter is challenged in any other action
or forum, the applicant or any other developer/operator other than the applicant agrees to defend,
indemnify and hold harmless the County of Butte from liability or loss related to the approval of this
project in the subsequent action or forum and agrees to sign an indemnification agreement in a form
approved by County Counsel.
IL 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.