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BUTTE COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
AGENDA REPORT – April 14, 2021
Applicant: Troy Keenan Location: The project site has the situs
of 2990 Nord Avenue, Chico
and is located on the west
side of Nord Avenue,
approximately 3,000 feet
North and West of Chico city
limits via Nord Avenue.
Owners: Troy Keenan
File #: TPM20-0001
Request: Tentative Parcel Map to divide
a 5.0-acre property into four
parcels (1.0 acres each) with
designated remainder.
Supervisor
District: 2
Parcel Size: 5.0 acres
Planner: Tiffany Lightle
Associate Planner
G.P.: VLDR (Very Low Density
Residential) Attachments
Zoning: VLDR (1.0 acre minimum) A: Zoning Administrator
Decision with attached
Conditions of Approval
Zone Date: December 10, 2012 B: Vicinity Map and Zoning
Map
APN: 042-020-098 C: Tentative Parcel Map
RECOMMENDED ACTTION:
Staff recommends the Zoning Administrator adopts an exemption pursuant to California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061 (b) (3) Common Sense Exemption,
and approve Tentative Parcel Map TPM20-0001, subject to findings and conditions in Attachment
A.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The project proposes to divide a 5.0-acre parcel, in the VLDR (Very Low Density Residential –
1.0-acre minimum) zone and VLDR (Very Low Density Residential) General Plan designation, into
four lots (1.0 acres each) and one designated remainder. The project parcel is developed with a
primary residence, accessory residence, garage, ground-mount solar array and shed totaling
approximately 2,503 square feet, these structures are to be present on the designated remainder of this
map. The project parcel fronts on Nord Avenue, a publicly maintained paved road, and lots 2, 3 and
4 will front along Cattle Court Drive, a privately maintained access easement. The parcel frontage is
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currently unimproved without curb, gutter, and sidewalk. Future residences will be served by onsite
well and septic systems.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Direction General Plan Designation Zoning Existing Land Use(s)
North Very Low Density Residential VLDR Residential
South Very Low Density Residential VLDR Residential
East Very Low Density Residential VLDR Residential
West Very Low Density Residential VLDR Residential
The project proposes to divide a 5.0-acre parcel, in the VLDR (Very Low Density Residential – 1.0
acre minimum) zone and VLDR (Very Low Density Residential) General Plan designation, into four
lots (1.0 acres each) with one designated remainder lot. The project parcel fronts on Nord Avenue, a
publicly maintained paved road and frontage is unimproved without curb, gutter, and sidewalk. The
parcel is located near the City of Chico incorporated area, and within the City of Chico sphere of
influence within an area designated SPA-4 (Bell Muir Special Planning Area). The project site (and
SPA-4) will eventually be located within Chico’s jurisdiction upon future annexation, with the
City becoming responsible for the provision of public services, maintaining/upgrading
infrastructure, and overseeing future urban development in the area. Future residences will be
served by onsite well and septic systems.
Within the foreseeable future the property will be annexed into the city. The city reviewed the
project and the Engineering Department requested improvements be built to City of Chico
Standards. The City’s requirements are included in the conditions of approval.
SITE CHARACTERISTICS:
The project parcel contains a primary residence, garage, ground-mount solar array and shed totaling
approximately 2,503 square feet. Topography of the project area is flat, an elevation of
approximately 172 feet above sea level. Site vegetation consists primarily of tall grasses, brush
and forbs. There are no waterways on or adjacent to the project site. According to Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) floodplain mapping of the project area, the parcel is located within
the X (unshaded) Flood Zone. The areas of minimal flood hazard, which are the areas outside the
Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) and higher than the elevation of the 0.2-percent-annual-chance
flood, are labeled Zone C or Zone X (unshaded). (https://www.fema.gov/flood-zones). Nord
Avenue borders the parcel to the west with residential uses on all sides and is not within an airport
compatibility zone.
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ANALYSIS:
Zoning Consistency
Butte County Code section 24-18 F. (Very Low Density Residential- 1 Acre)
The Very Low Density Residential zoning designation allows for single-family homes and related
uses in residential neighborhoods within the county. Permitted residential uses in the VLDR zone
include single-family homes, small residential care homes, second units and accessory dwelling
units, animal grazing, on-site agricultural product sales, and private stables. The VLDR zone also
conditionally permits non-residential uses compatible with a residential setting, including public
and quasi-public uses, golf courses, park and recreational facilities, personal services, animal-
keeping, large residential care homes, and medical offices and clinics. The minimum permitted
parcel size in the VLDR zone is one (1) acre. The proposed project includes one (4) 1-acre parcel
and one (1) 1.0- acre designated remainder parcel, which are consistent with the minimum parcel
size criteria of the VLDR zone.
Butte County Code section 24-56.1 (Residential Setbacks for Orchards and Vineyards)
The proposed project includes a minimum 25-foot residential setback from one-acre residential
orchards located adjacent to lots 2, 3 and 4 of the project site, established pursuant to Section 24-
56.1 of the Butte County Zoning Ordinance. The northerly parcel is part of a proposed tentative
subdivision map and all orchard land has been removed to accommodate future development. In
consultation with the Agricultural Commissioner, a 25-foot residential setback along the northerly
and easterly lines proposed on the tentative map is adequate. Implementation of the residential
setbacks and implementation of existing Butte County policies and regulations identified above
ensures protection of the adjacent residential orchards.
Consistency of Project with General Plan Goals and Policy:
Policy LU-P4.1 - The integrity and stability of existing residential neighborhoods shall be
promoted and preserved.
The project area consists of single-family residential within the Very Low Density (VLDR) zone
and residentially zoned parcels with residences. Surrounding parcels range in size from 1.0
acres up to 20.0 acres.
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General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review
WATER RESOURCE ELEMENT
GOAL W-2. Ensure an abundant and
sustainable water supply to support all
uses in Butte County.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
W-P2.8. The County supports Area of Origin
water rights, the existing water right priority
system and the authority to make water
management decisions locally to meet the
county's current and future needs, thereby
protecting Butte County's communities,
economy and environment.
Consistent. Future land uses will utilize
established vested rights to underlying
groundwater resources to meet water needs.
W-P2.9. Applicants for new major
development projects, as determined by the
Department of Development Services, shall
demonstrate adequate water supply to meet
the needs of the project, including an
evaluation of potential cumulative impacts to
surrounding groundwater users and the
environment.*
Consistent. The availability of water
resources to serve future development on the
project site would be evaluated by Butte
County Environmental Health upon
application for a development permit.
GOAL W-3. Effectively manage
groundwater resources to ensure a long-
term water supply for Butte County.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
W-P3.3. The County shall protect
groundwater recharge and groundwater
quality when considering new development
projects.*
Consistent. Future development would result
in only a minor increase in impervious
surfaces from the construction of concrete
foundations and driveways. Thus, the
proposed project would not cause a
measureable reduction in surface infiltration
or a decrease in deep percolation to the
underlying aquifers. At the time of
development, proposed improvements will be
evaluated by the Butte County Public Works
Department to ensure that stormwater runoff
is appropriately retained on-site to allow for
groundwater recharge and improved water
quality.
GOAL W-4. Promote water conservation
as an important part of a long-term and
sustainable water supply.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
W-P4.6. New development projects shall
adopt best management practices for water
use efficiency and demonstrate specific water
conservation measures.*
Consistent. Future development would be
subject to California Green Building
Standards Code and other California
regulations, which contains specific measures
for water conservation of residential and non-
residential buildings.
GOAL W-5. Protect water quality through
effective stormwater management.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
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General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review
W-P5.2. New development projects shall
identify and adequately mitigate their water
quality impacts from stormwater runoff.*
Consistent. At the time of development,
proposed improvements will be evaluated by
the Butte County Public Works Department to
ensure that stormwater runoff is appropriately
retained on-site to allow for groundwater
recharge and improved water quality.
CONSERVATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT
GOAL COS-2. Promote green building,
planning and business.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
COS-P2.2. New development shall comply
with Green Building Standards adopted by
the California Building Standards
Commission at the time of building permit
application, including requirements about low-
or no- toxicity building materials.
Consistent. Cal Green development
measures will be applied in the design of
future development, at the time of the building
permit application.
GOAL COS-7. Conserve and enhance
habitat for protected species and sensitive
biological communities.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
COS-P7.3. Creeks shall be maintained in
their natural state whenever possible, and
creeks and floodways shall be allowed to
function as natural flood protection features
during storms.*
Consistent. The project site does not contain
any creek or floodways.
COS-P7.4. New development projects shall
mitigate their impacts in habitat areas for
protected species through on- or off-site
habitat restoration, clustering of development,
and/or project design and through the
provisions of the Butte Regional Habitat
Conservation Plan (HCP) and Natural
Community Conservation Plan (NCCP) within
the HCP/NCCP Planning Area, upon the
future adoption of the HCP/NCCP.*
Consistent. No native habitat was identified
on the project site or surrounding area. The
property had been extensively disturbed by
previous grading.
COS-P7.5. No new development projects
shall occur in wetlands or within significant
riparian habitats, except within the Butte
Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP)
and Natural Community Conservation Plan
(NCCP) Planning Area where such
development is consistent with the conditions
of the HCP/NCCP, upon the future adoption
of the HCP/NCCP.*
Consistent. No riparian habitat was identified
on the project site or surrounding area. The
property had been extensively disturbed by
previous grading activity.
COS-P7.6. New development projects shall
include setbacks and buffers along riparian
corridors and adjacent to habitat for protected
species, except where permitted in the Butte
Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP)
and Natural Community Conservation Plan
(NCCP) Planning Area and where such
development is consistent with the conditions
Consistent. No native habitat was identified
on the project site or surrounding area. The
property had been extensively disturbed by
previous grading activity.
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General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review
of the HCP/NCCP, upon the future adoption
of the HCP/NCCP.*
COS-P7.8. Where sensitive on-site biological
resources have been identified, construction
employees operating equipment or engaged
in any development-associated activities
involving vegetation removal or ground
disturbing activities in sensitive resource
areas shall be trained by a qualified biologist
and/or botanist who will provide information
on the on-site biological resources (sensitive
natural communities, special-status plan and
wildlife habitats, nests of special-status birds,
etc.), avoidance of invasive plan introduction
and spread, and the penalties for not
complying with biological mitigation
requirements and other State and federal
regulations.*
Consistent. No native habitat was identified
on the project site or surrounding area. The
property had been extensively disturbed by
previous grading activity.
GOAL COS-9. Protect identified special-
status plant and animal species.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
COS-P9.1. A biological resources
assessment shall be required for any
proposed development project where special-
status species or critical habitat may be
present. Assessments shall be carried out
under the direction of Butte County.
Additional focused surveys shall be
conducted during the appropriate season if
necessary. Upon adoption of the Butte
Regional Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP)
and Natural Community Conservation Plan
(NCCP), assessment requirements of the
HCP/NCCP shall be implemented for
development projects within the HCP/NCCP
area.*
Consistent. No native habitat was identified
on the project site or surrounding area. The
property had been extensively disturbed by
previous grading activity.
GOAL COS-17. Maintain and enhance the
quality of Butte County's scenic and
visual resources.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
COS-P17.1. Views of Butte County's scenic
resources, including water features, unique
geologic features and wildlife habitat areas,
shall be maintained.*
Consistent. No scenic resources were
identified within the project area that would be
adversely impacted by the proposed project,
including any substantial water features,
unique geological features, or wildlife habitat
areas.
LAND USE ELEMENT
GOAL LU-4 Provide high-quality housing
in a range of residential densities and
types.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
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General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review
LU-P4.1 - The integrity and stability of
existing residential neighborhoods shall be
promoted and preserved.
Consistent. The project area consists of
single-family residential and related uses
within the Very Low Density Residential
(VLDCR) zone and residentially zoned
parcels with residences. Surrounding parcels
range in size from 1.0 acres up to 20.0 acres.
HEALTH AND SAFETY ELEMENT
GOAL HS-1. Maintain an acceptable noise
environment in all areas of the county.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
HS-P1.1. New development projects
proposed in areas that exceed the land use
compatibility standards in Tables HS-2 and
HS-3 shall require mitigation of noise
impacts.*
Consistent. No substantial transportation or
non-transportation noise sources have been
identified in the project area.
HS-P1.2. Noise from transportation sources
shall not exceed land use compatibility
standards in Table HS-2.*
Consistent. No substantial transportation or
non-transportation noise sources have been
identified in the project area.
HS-P1.9. The following standard construction
noise control measures shall be required at
construction sites in order to minimize
construction noise impacts: (a.) Equip all
internal combustion engine driven equipment
with intake and exhaust mufflers that are in
good condition and appropriate for the
equipment. (b.) Locate stationary noise-
generating equipment as far as possible from
sensitive receptors when sensitive receptors
adjoin or are near a construction project area.
(c.) Utilize quiet air compressors and other
stationary noise-generating equipment where
appropriate technology exists and is
feasible.*
Consistent. Noise generated by construction
activities associated with the project are
temporary, intermittent and separated from
noise sensitive receptors. Noise control
measures are standard in the construction
industry and are commonly used to minimize
noise impacts to surrounding uses.
Additionally, construction activities would be
consistent with the County's Noise Control
Ordinance.
GOAL HS-3. Prevent and reduce flooding. Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
HS-P3.2. Applicants for new development
projects shall provide plans detailing existing
drainage conditions and specifying how runoff
will be detained or retained on-site and/or
conveyed to the nearest drainage facility and
shall provide that there shall be no increase
in the peak flow runoff to said channel or
facility.*
Consistent. Future development permits are
reviewed by the County Public Works
Department, and may require drainage and
stormwater detention plans as a condition of
permit approval.
HS-P3.3. All development projects shall
include stormwater control measures and site
design features that prevent any increase in
the peak flow runoff to existing drainage
facilities.*
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General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review
GOAL HS-11. Reduce risks from wildland
and urban fire.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
HS-P11.1. Fire hazards shall be considered
in all land use and zoning decisions,
environmental review, subdivisions review
and the provision of public services.
Consistent. The project is not located in a
Fire Hazard Severity Zone or a State
Responsibility Area, and therefore, would not
be exposed to a significant wildland fire risk.
HS-P11.4. New development projects shall
meet current fire safe ordinance standards for
adequate emergency water flow, emergency
vehicle access, signage, evacuation routes,
fuel management, defensible space, fire safe
building construction and wildfire
preparedness.
Consistent. The project meets current fire
safe standards. Permits for new
development would be reviewed by County
Fire and Building Departments to ensure that
projects have adequate water storage,
access, defensible space, building
construction, and other fire protection
standards.
GOAL PUB-13. Plan adequate wastewater
infrastructure to serve new development.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically
reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
PUB-P13.3. New development projects shall
demonstrate the availability of a safe, sanitary
and environmentally sound wastewater
system.
Consistent. Permits for new development
projects are reviewed by the Butte County
Division of Environmental Health to ensure
the availability of safe, sanitary and
environmentally sound wastewater system is
provided. Wastewater systems are reviewed
in compliance with Chapter 19 of Butte
County Code (On-Site Wastewater Systems).
PUB-P13.2. For development projects that
will rely on on-site wastewater systems,
applicants shall provide detailed plans
demonstrating that the system will be
adequate to serve the project.
BUTTE COUNTY DEPARTMENTS AND OTHER AGENCIES REVIEW
Comments/conditions received from Butte County Departments and other Agencies were
reviewed and incorporated into the project analysis and proposed project conditions. The Butte
County Assessor’s Office provided clearance for this approval and Butte County Environmental
Health provided approval for proposed on-site sewage disposal systems and domestic wells. Butte
County and City of Chico Public Works and Butte County Cal-Fire comments were provided and
included in Exhibit A below.
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EXEMPTION FROM CEQA
In compliance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (b) (3) Common Sense Exemption, this
project is exempt from CEQA review. The Common Sense Exemption dictates that where it can
be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant
effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA.
Staff finds upon review of the California Natural Diversity Database the site falls within any
identified range or area of sensitive species or habitats. The parent parcel is not within a deer herd
migration overlay, scenic resource, scenic highway overlay, nor is it located within Agricultural
Land. The site has been previously developed and does not contain any cultural resources, nor is
it near or adjacent to a creek or waterway, it does not contain oak woodlands, has been previously
developed, is relatively flat (sloping two feet across the entire parent parcel). The parent parcel is
within the City of Chico Sphere of Influence and within the foreseeable future will be located
within the City’s jurisdiction. Urban services and infrastructure shall be constructed to City of
Chico standards.
The parent parcel is not located within the Watershed Protection Overlay zone, nor is it near any
identified fault lines, there is a very low risk of landslide and erosion hazard potential. The parent
parcel is located in FEMA flood zone “X” or undefined/unshaded/not applicable, considered to be
an area with minimal flooding risk, and is not expected to have an impact on future development.
Environmental Health has determined adequate space for both the existing and proposed well and
septic systems. The Designated Remainder and Parcel 1 will be accessed through Nord Avenue
with improvement standards to meet City of Chico standards. Parcels 2, 3, and 4 will be accessed
by the existing private road “Cattle Drive Court”. Parcels 3 and 4 will share a Non-Exclusive
Easement for ingress and egress and public services purposes for the benefit of Parcel 4. The parent
parcel is currently served with utilities. The parcel has not been involved in a previous division
from a larger parcel within the last two (2) years and the parcel does not have an average slope
greater than 20 percent.
Staff therefore finds with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have
a significant effect on the environment, and not subject to CEQA.
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ATTACHMENT A: DRAFT ZONING ADMINISTRATOR DETERMINATION WITH
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
BUTTE COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
DECISION ZDN20-XXXX
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP TPM20-0001
(Troy Keenan)
A tentative parcel map to divide a 5.0-acre parcel, in the VLDR (Very Low Density Residential –
1.0-acre minimum) zone and VLDR (Very Low Density Residential) General Plan designation, into
four lots (1.0 acres each) and one designated remainder. The project parcel contains a primary
residence, accessory residence, garage, ground-mount solar array and shed. The project parcel fronts
Nord Avenue, a publicly maintained paved road. The parcel frontage is unimproved without curb,
gutter, and sidewalk. Future residences will be served by onsite well and septic systems.
APN 042-020-098
April 7, 2021
I. The Zoning Administrator has considered Section 15061 (b) (3) Common Sense
Exemption in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and
adopts the Exemption with the following findings:
A. Section 15061 (b) (3) applies to projects which can be seen with certainty that there
is no possibility that the activity may have significant effect on the environment.
Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in
question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject
to CEQA.
B. On the basis of the whole record before the Zoning Administrator, there is no
substantial evidence that the Tentative Parcel Map for Troy Keenan, Planning
Division File No. TPM20-0001 would have a significant effect on the environment.
C. The custodian of the record is the Department of Public Works. The location of the
record is 7 County Center Drive, Oroville CA 95965.
II. Approves Tentative Parcel Map TPM20-0001 for Troy Keenan, subject to the conditions
found in Exhibit “A” and the following findings:
A. The proposed map is consistent with the VLDR (Very Low Density Residential, 1.0-
acre minimum) zone.
Proposed lots meet minimum parcels sizes and will support single-family residential
development, consistent with purpose and allowed uses in the VLDR zone (BCC §24-
18E and §24-19).
B. The project is substantially consistent with applicable Goals and Policies of the Butte
County General Plan based on the consistency review in the staff report. In addition,
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there is no substantial evidence in the whole record to support any of the findings in
Government Code Section 66474 requiring denial of the tentative parcel map.
C. The design and improvements of the proposed parcel map are consistent with County
standards and policies provided all conditions of project approval are met.
Comments/conditions received from Butte County Departments and other Agencies
were reviewed and incorporated into the project analysis and proposed project
conditions. Design and improvements of the Proposed Parcel Map are consistent with
County standards and policies. Conditions to meet City of Chico standards shall be
placed as a condition for all future infrastructure and utilities.
D. The project site is physically suitable for the use and density of the proposed
development.
The proposed parcel sizes are consistent with the minimum parcel size requirement of
the VLDR (1.0-acre minimum) zone. Existing and proposed single-family residences
are consistent with the primary allowed land uses in the VLDR zone.
E. 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 parcel
map provided the attached conditions are met.
No easements will be abandoned with the proposed TPM.
F. The project site is not located within an earthquake fault zone.
As noted in the initial study for the project, there is only one known active fault within
Butte County and it is located approximately 20 miles to the east.
G. 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.
No adverse or detrimental effects to the environment or public health, safety, and
welfare have been identified as resulting from the project, from agency and
departmental review, or from staff analysis.
H. The roads in the project area have the capacity to handle the increase in vehicular traffic
generated by the project.
The addition of four residential dwellings would have a negligible effect on local or
regional traffic.
Approved By: Pete Calarco
Date: April 7, 2021
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EXHIBIT A
Tentative Parcel Map for Troy Keenan on APN 042-020-098, File # TPM20-0001: A request to divide
a 5.0-acre parcel, in the VLDR (Very Low Density Residential – 1.0-acre minimum) zone and
VLDR (Very Low Density Residential) General Plan designation, into four lots (1.0 acres each)
and one designated remainder. The project parcel contains a primary residence, accessory
residence, garage, ground-mount solar array and shed. The project parcel fronts Nord Avenue, a
publicly maintained paved road. The parcel frontage is unimproved without curb, gutter, and
sidewalk. Future residences will be served by onsite well and septic systems.
I. Conditions of Approval:
Planning Division
None.
Public Works
A. STREETS
1. 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."
2. 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.
3. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, deed to Butte County in fee simple 32 feet of right-of-
way from the physical centerline of Nord Avenue along the entire property frontage.
4. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, relinquish abutter's rights of access to Butte County
along the Nord Avenue frontage of parcel 1 except at approved access points.
5. Prior to final road inspection, install all necessary traffic safety signs including stop signs.
6. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, obtain an encroachment permit and improve all new
and existing driveway approaches to publicly maintained roads as specified in the county
improvement standards and the terms of the encroachment permit.
7. 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.
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8. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, construct or provide a performance, labor and material
bond for construction of street frontage improvements on Nord Avenue. Construct a ½+ 12’
street section along the entire parcel frontage in conformance with City of Chico
improvement standard S-18A, including curb, gutter, and detached sidewalk, 3″ Type A Hot
Mix Asphalt, 12″ Class 2 aggregate base, prime coat, fog seal and 95 % relative compaction.
Submit for approval roadway structural design and improvement plans to the Land
Development Division prior to construction. An “R” value determination and other data may
be required to support the section design. Submit a “Notice of Materials to be Used”,
materials test results, and mix design in compliance with 2018 Caltrans Standard
Specifications, Section 39, to the department of Public Works for approval at least 14 days
prior to the start of paving operations. Testing of hot mix asphalt materials shall be
performed by a qualified laboratory and test results shall be signed and stamped by a licensed
civil engineer. Conduct material testing during construction and submit the results to
Department of Public Works to ensure compliance with Standard Specifications, approved
materials, and approved mix design.
9. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, provide approved access to each parcel being created.
Construct or provide a performance, labor and material bond for construction of interior road
in conformance with county improvement standard RS-7, 2″ Type A Hot Mix Asphalt, 8″
Class 2 aggregate base, prime coat, fog seal and 95 % relative compaction. Submit for
approval roadway structural design and improvement plans to the Land Development
Division prior to construction. An “R” value determination and other data may be required to
support the section design. Submit a “Notice of Materials to be Used”, materials test results,
and mix design in compliance with 2018 Caltrans Standard Specifications, Section 39, to the
department of Public Works for approval at least 14 days prior to the start of paving
operations. Testing of hot mix asphalt materials shall be performed by a qualified laboratory
and test results shall be signed and stamped by a licensed civil engineer. Conduct material
testing during construction and submit the results to Department of Public Works to ensure
compliance with Standard Specifications, approved materials, and approved mix design.
B. DRAINAGE
10. 1. Prior to the recordation of the parcel map an engineered plan for a permanent solution for
drainage shall be submitted to and approved by the Department of Public Works. The
drainage plans shall specify how stormwater runoff will be attenuated on site by detention
facilities and/or conveyed to the nearest natural or publicly maintained drainage channel or
facility and shall provide developed-condition peak flow discharge not greater than the pre-
development condition for all storm events, and no increase in stormwater volume over the
design storm duration to said channel or facility. Detention facilities must either discharge to
receiving channel with no backwater from the channel, or attenuate full stormwater volume
onsite. Backwater condition is present when detention facility, with gravity flow, has an
outlet elevation at or below the approved 100 year water surface elevation of the receiving
channel. If used, stormwater pumps shall have redundant pump systems, back-up power, and
discharge control mechanism(s) to prevent discharge during high flow events in receiving
channel. If leach trenches are designed to retain stormwater runoff from a 100 year storm
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event, the soil saturated hydraulic conductivity (Ksat) shall be used as the soil percolation
rate. Prior to final improvement inspection, the design dimensions and volume of detention
facilities shall be confirmed using topographic land survey by the engineer of record.
11. 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.
12. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, pay drainage impact fees per Article XI, Chapter 3 of
Butte County Code.
C. SMALL MUNICIPAL STORM SEWER SYSTEMS (MS4) REQUIREMENTS
13. Construction Phase: Prior to issuing a grading or a building permit, or prior to approval of
improvement plans, submit an erosion and sediment control plan (ESCP) to Public Works
department for approval. ESCP shall contain site-specific construction site Best Management
Practices (BMPs). BMPs included in the ESCP must be in accordance with Section 50-19 of
County Code, and/or consistent with the California Stormwater Quality Association BMPs.
Revisions to an approved ESCP must be resubmitted for Department of Public Works
approval prior to commencing with site work. A Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
(SWPPP) developed pursuant to the construction stormwater general permit (CGP) may be
submitted in lieu of the ESCP. Add a note on a map sheet that states: “Development activities
resulting in soil disturbance shall submit an erosion and sediment control plan (ESCP) to the
Department of Public Works for approval. ESCP shall contain appropriate site-specific
construction site BMPs.”
14. Construction Phase: Coverage under the stormwater Construction General Permit (CGP) will
be required by the State Water Resources Control Board if development activities result in
ground disturbance, including clearing, excavation, filling, and grading of one or more acres
or disturb less than one acre but are part of a larger common plan or development. Coverage
under this General Permit must be obtained from the State Water Resources Control Board
prior to starting construction. If coverage under the CGP is required, engineering plans shall
show the Waste Discharge Identification (WDID) number on the title sheet of the plans and a
copy of Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) shall be provided to the Land
Development Division of the Public Works Department. Submit with improvement or
grading plans the estimated areas to be disturbed to the Department of Public Works for
consistency with the SWPPP. Additionally, place a note on a map sheet that states: “The
development of this parcel (or subdivision) map required coverage under the Stormwater
Construction General 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
coverage under this permit. Development of individual lots may require an additional permit
coverage.”
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15. Post Construction: Implement post-construction Best Management Practices (BMPs)
consistent with State Water Resources Control Board Order 2013-0001-DWQ to control the
volume, rate, and potential pollutant load of stormwater runoff, including, but not limited to,
requirements to minimize the generation, transport and discharge of pollutants. Develop and
submit a Post Construction Stormwater Management Plan (PCSMP) that identifies BMP
stormwater treatment system(s) designed to reduce or eliminate stormwater pollutant
discharges through the construction, operation and maintenance of source control measures,
low impact development design, site design measures, stormwater treatment system(s) and/or
hydromodification measures. Design and sizing requirements shall comply with the Post-
Construction Stormwater Management Program (section E.12) requirements of State Water
Resources Control Board Order 2013-0001-DWQ. Hydromodification measures are required
for Regulated Projects that create and/or replace one acre or more of impervious surface. The
Department of Public Works approval of the PCSMP is precedent to improvement plan
approval. Regulated projects are defined in State Water Resources Control Board Order
2013-0001-DWQ and are generally considered as new and redevelopment projects on public
or private land that fall under the planning and permitting authority of the and are within the
MS4 area that create or replace greater than or equal to 5,000 square feet of impervious area,
excluding: a) detached single family residences that are not part of a common plan of
development; b) interior remodels; c) routine maintenance or repair; or d) a Linear
Underground/Overhead Utility Projects unless the project has a discrete location of that has
5,000 square feet or more of newly constructed contiguous impervious area.
16. Post Construction: Prior to improvement plan approval, Regulated Projects shall submit a
Stormwater Facilities Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Plan that identifies the
operations, maintenance, and inspection requirements of all stormwater Best Management
Practices (BMPs) treatment system(s) and hydromodification measures identified in the
approved PCSMP. All public and private stormwater treatment system(s) and
hydromodification measures shall be protected, inspected, and maintained to ensure
continuous and fully effective performance as designed. A maintenance and inspection
schedule for both dry and wet season BMPs shall be in writing, and a record shall be kept
that includes the dates of inspection or maintenance, whether BMPs were inspected or
maintained, a description of any maintenance activity, and the name of the inspector or
maintenance foreman. Place a note on a map sheet to state: “The owners or operators of
facilities required to implement post-construction BMPs shall enter into a written
maintenance agreement with the County or other formal maintenance entity such as a County
Service Area, Home Owners Association for maintenance of such features. Regulated
Projects shall grant site access to Butte County or other formal maintenance entity for the
sole purpose of implementing and performing measures in the O&M plan for the installed
stormwater treatment system(s) and hydromodification measures.”
17. Post Construction: Stormwater Trash Treatment Control Devices BMPs: Prior to final
improvement inspection, Install stormwater trash treatment control devices (Devices).
Devices installed shall meet Full Capture System requirements and shall be designed in
accordance with the following criteria:
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i. Appropriately sized to treat not less than the peak flowrate resulting from a 1-
year, 1-hour storm event (design storm) or at least the same peak flows from
the corresponding storm drain;
ii. Do not bypass trash below the design storm under maximum operational
loading conditions; and
iii. Trap all particles that are 5 mm or greater up to the design flow or at least the
same peak flows from the corresponding storm drain; and do not have a
diversion structure present upstream such that a portion of the peak flow is not
treated to trap all particles 5 mm or greater.
Location(s) and specifications of Devices selected shall be shown on improvement
plans. Devices shall be certified by the State Water Resources Control Board prior to
installation. Prior to installation of any certified Devices, the local mosquito vector
control district should be contacted to ensure the installation conforms to the
District’s visual inspection, treatment, and vector breeding minimizing guidelines.
Devices shall be protected, inspected, and maintained to ensure continuous and fully
effective performance as designed. Place a note on a map sheet to state: “The owners
or operators of facilities required to install trash treatment control devices shall enter
into a written maintenance agreement with the County or other formal maintenance
entity such as a County Service Area, Home Owners Association for maintenance of
such devices.” When leach trenches are used to retain 100% of stormwater runoff on-
site, trash treatment control devices are not required.
D. PARCEL MAP
18. Show all easements of record on the parcel map.
19. 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.
20. Pay the recording fees in effect at the time the parcel map and related documents are
recorded.
Public Health Department Environmental Health Division
None.
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Cal Fire/Butte County Fire
21. Construction, installation, or development of buildings and/or roads, driveways, gates and
bridges on parcels/lots shall comply with current adopted California Fire Code and current
Butte County Improvement Standards, whichever is stricter.
22. Pressurized water for fire protection is available within 1,000 feet of the created
parcels. In lieu of bearing the cost of installing a fire hydrant(s), the developer
may pay into the fire department hydrant fund. The amount paid is based on the
length of the street frontage of the created parcels. The amount paid is established at $1.72
per frontage foot.
23. 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
all structures.
24. All roadways shall meet current maximum length of cul-de-sac standard.
Processing Fees
25. Prior to recordation of the Parcel Map, pay any outstanding project-related processing fees.
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.
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ATTACHMENT B: VICINITY MAP
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ATTACHEMENT C: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP