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BUTTE COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
AGENDA REPORT – July 28, 2021
Applicant: California Engineering Company, Inc. Location: The project site has the situses of 3874 & 3850 Foothill Boulevard, Oroville, and is located north of Lower Wyandotte Road,
approximately 2 miles southeast of Oroville city limits via Foothill Boulevard.
Owners: Sherrie Slagle
File #: TPM21-0001
Request: Tentative Parcel Map to divide an 18.0-acre property into two
parcels (12.0 & 6.0 acres).
Supervisor District: 1
Parcel Size: 18.0 acres
Planner: Austin Forde Assistant Planner
G.P.: Rural Residential Attachments
Zoning: RR-5 (5.0-acre minimum) A: Draft Zoning Administrator
Decision with attached Conditions of Approval
Zone Date: December 10, 2012 B: Vicinity Map and Zoning Map
APN: 079-270-071 C: Tentative Parcel Map
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Zoning Administrator adopt the Categorical Exemption, CEQA Guidelines
Section 15061 Common Sense Exemption pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and approve the Tentative Parcel Map, subject to the findings and conditions in Attachment A of this report.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The project proposes to divide an 18.0-acre parcel, in the RR-5 (Rural Residential – 5.0-acre
minimum) zone and RR (Rural Residential) General Plan designation, into two lots of approximately 12.0 and 6.0 acres. The subject parcel is developed with two permitted single-family dwellings and four accessory structures. The residence with the situs 3874 Foothill Blvd. (and its accessory structures) will be encompassed by the proposed 6.0-acre parcel to the east, while the residence with
the situs 3850 Foothill Blvd. (and its accessory structures) will be encompassed by the proposed 12.0-
acre parcel to the west.
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The subject parcel fronts on Foothill Boulevard, a County-maintained paved road. The parcel frontage
is unimproved without curb, gutter, and sidewalk. Resultant parcel one will retain primary access
from Windfall Way. Resultant parcel two will retain primary access from Foothill Blvd. via a private access easement.
Pursuant to Butte County Code, Section 24-56.1 – Residential Setback from Orchards and Vineyards, future residential development proposed upon either resultant parcel will be subject to
review by the Butte County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office, in consideration of the adjacent
orchard uses to the east and north of the subject parcel. Pursuant to this section the residential setback would not be applicable should the orchards be removed and the land is developed with residential uses.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Direction General Plan Designation Zoning Existing Land Use(s) North Rural Residential RR-5 Agricultural
South Rural Residential RR-5 Residential
East Rural Residential RR-5 Agricultural/Residential
West Rural Residential RR-5 Residential
• The project proposes to divide an 18.0-acre parcel, in the RR-5 (Rural Residential – 5.0-acre minimum) zone and RR (Rural Residential) General Plan designation into two lots of approximately 12.0 and 6.0 acres.
• Grant Deed 19474, recorded February 7, 1966, created the existing legal lot in its current configuration.
• The subject parcel fronts on Foothill Boulevard, a County-maintained paved road. The parcel frontage is unimproved without curb, gutter, and sidewalk.
• Both existing residences will be served by existing onsite well and septic systems.
• The property is located within the Unique Agriculture Overlay Zone. No related agricultural use exists or is proposed on the site.
• Palermo Canal transects the subject parcel from north to south. A 50-foot setback will be
applied by Environmental Health. The Article 16 of the Zoning Ordinance also imposes a 50-foot Riparian Area setback that will be applicable to the Palermo Canal.
• The property is not located within the City of Oroville’s Sphere of Influence. The City of Oroville
Planning Division was notified and declined to comment on the project.
SITE CHARACTERISTICS:
• The subject parcel contains two permitted single-family dwellings and four accessory structures. The northern residence with its accessory structures (1 in total) will be located on the proposed
6.0-acre parcel and will comply with all setbacks from resultant new parcel lines. The southern
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residence with its accessory structures (3 in total) will be located on the proposed 12.0-acre parcel
and will comply with all setbacks from resultant new parcel lines.
• The topography of the project site is relatively flat, with a gentle southwesterly slope towards the water features to the rear of the lot.
• The project site consists primarily of oak woodland habitat.
• Foothill Boulevard, a County-maintained roadway, borders the parcel to the north with residential uses to the east, south, and west. There are agricultural orchard uses to the east and to the north across Foothill Boulevard.
• Palermo Canal transects the subject parcel from north to south. A 50-foot setback will be
applied by Environmental Health.
• According to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) floodplain mapping of the project area, the 18.0-acre subject parcel is located in an area of minimal flood hazard, and is labeled Zone X (unshaded). (https://www.fema.gov/flood-zones)
ANALYSIS:
Zoning Consistency
Butte County Code §24-18 C. (Rural Residential - 5.0-Acre minimum)
The Rural Residential zoning designation allows for large-lot single-family homes, small farmsteads, and related uses in the rural and agricultural areas of the county. Permitted residential uses in the RR-5 zone include single-family homes, small residential care homes, and accessory dwelling units. The RR-5 zone also conditionally permits non-residential uses compatible with a
rural residential setting, including public and quasi-public uses, personal services, nurseries, and animal services. Animal grazing, crop cultivation, private stables, on-site agricultural product sales, and other similar agricultural activities are permitted uses in the RR zone. The minimum permitted parcel size in the RR zone ranges from five (5) to ten (10) acres.
The proposed project in the RR-5 zone includes one (1) 12.0-acre parcel and one (1) 6.0-acre
parcel, which are consistent with the minimum parcel size criteria (5.0-acre) of the RR-5 zone. The proposed parcel widths of 587.41’ and 248.30’ are consistent with the minimum parcel width criteria (65’) of the RR-5 zoning designation.
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 uses within the Rural Residential (RR-5)
zone and agricultural orchard uses within the Rural Residential (RR-5) zone. Surrounding
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parcels range in size from 3.12 acres up to 22.01 acres. No additional residential development
is proposed.
General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review
AGRICULTURE ELEMENT
GOAL AG-5. Reduce conflicts between urban and agricultural uses and between
habitat mitigation banking and agricultural uses.
Consistent. This goal is more specifically reviewed in the discussion of the policies
below.
AG-P5.3. The Zoning Ordinance shall require
that a buffer be established on property proposed for residential development in order to protect lands designated Agriculture by the General Plan and zoned Agriculture under the Zoning Ordinance from incompatible use conflicts. The desired standard shall be 300 feet, but may be adjusted to address unusual circumstances.*
Consistent. The 300’ Agricultural Setback is inapplicable given the surrounding Rural Residential (RR-5) zoning.
AG-P5.3.2 The Zoning Ordinance shall
require a setback between a new residence and an existing active orchard or vineyard that locates the residence as far away from the orchard or vineyard as practicable, taking into account adjacent agricultural uses and practices, provided it does not limit the density permitted by the residential zone, and in no case is less than 25 feet. The setback shall be imposed on the parcel developing with residences and shall be reviewed by the
Zoning Administrator in consultation with the Agricultural Commissioner as to width. The setback shall be subject to a public hearing.
Consistent. Existing active orchards exist
upon the adjoining parcels to the east and north of the subject parcel. The Agricultural Commissioner’s Office was consulted and will impose a review for any future residential development per BCC sec. 24-56.1.
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.
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General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review
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.
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.
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General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review
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. A buffer of 50-feet will be applied from Palermo Canal east and west onto the subject parcel for any future development.
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 for protected species was identified on the project site or in the surrounding area.
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. A buffer of 50-feet will be applied from Palermo Canal east and west onto the subject parcel for any future development.
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 of the HCP/NCCP, upon the future adoption of the HCP/NCCP.*
Consistent. A buffer of 50-feet will be applied from Palermo Canal east and west onto the subject parcel for any future development.
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
Consistent. No native habitat for protected species was identified on the project site or in
surrounding areas.
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General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review
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.*
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 for protected species was identified on the project site or in surrounding areas.
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. A buffer of 50-feet will be applied from Palermo Canal east and west onto the subject parcel for any future development.
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.
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 agricultural uses within the Rural Residential (RR-5) zone. Surrounding parcels range in size from 3.12 acres up to 22.01 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.
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General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review
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. No development is proposed. Construction activities associated with any future development 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 would be 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.*
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 located in State Responsibility Area. Future construction, installation, or development of buildings and/or roads, driveways, gates and bridges on parcels/lots would comply with the current adopted California Fire Code and current Butte County Improvement Standards, whichever is stricter.
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General Plan 2030 Goals and Policies Consistency Review
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. Butte County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office
The Ag. Commissioner’s Office approved their review, noting that the proposed 12.0-acre and 6.0-
acre parcels have pre-existing residential structures, are surrounded by RR-5 zoning, and have no adjacent production agriculture. Active orchard uses exist to the east and north of the subject parcel. New residential development upon the resultant parcels will thus be subject to a setback review per BCC sec 24-56.1.
Butte County Cal-Fire Butte County Cal-Fire approved their review and provided no comment.
Butte County Environmental Health Division Environmental Health has given clearance for the project, indicating that there is previous septic and well development upon the resultant lots, as well as adequate size for future repairs. They provided conditions of approval included below.
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Butte County Public Works
Public Works approved their review, providing conditions of approval included below.
The Northeast Information Center
The NEIC conducted a review and returned the comment that no Prehistoric or Historic sites have been recorded within the project area. No further archeological analysis or mitigation is deemed necessary.
CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION FROM CEQA
In compliance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (b) (3) Common Sense Exemption, this project is categorically 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 site using the California Natural Diversity Database none fell within any identified range or area of sensitive species or habitats. The subject parcel is neither within a deer herd migration overlay, scenic highway overlay, or the City of Oroville’s Sphere of Influence, nor is it located within or adjacent to agricultural land. The site has been previously developed
with multiple structures and does not contain any identifiable archaeological resources. The subject
parcel is intersected by a blue line stream in Palermo Canal, but any future development would be subject to setbacks per EH. The subject parcel is not located within the Watershed Protection Overlay zone, nor is it near any identified fault lines. The subject parcel is located within the Unique Agriculture Overlay Zone, but no agricultural uses exist or are proposed on site. There is
a very low risk of landslide and erosion hazard potential. The entirety of the subject parcel is
undefined/unshaded/not applicable and considered by FEMA to be in an area with minimal flood risk. Thus, flooding is not expected to have an impact on future development.
Staff therefore finds with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, and is 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 TPM21-0001
(California Engineering Company, Inc.)
The project proposes to divide an 18.0-acre parcel, in the RR-5 (Rural Residential – 5.0-acre minimum) zone and RR (Rural Residential) General Plan designation into two lots of approximately
12.0 and 6.0 acres. The subject parcel contains two permitted single-family dwellings and four
accessory structures. The subject parcel fronts Foothill Boulevard, a County-maintained paved road. The parcel frontage is unimproved without curb, gutter, and sidewalk. Future residences will be served by existing onsite well and septic systems.
APN 079-270-071
July 28, 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 California Engineering Company, Inc., Planning Division File No. TPM21-0001 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 TPM21-0001 for California Engineering Company, Inc., subject to the conditions found in Exhibit “A” and the following findings:
A. The proposed map is consistent with the RR-5 (Rural Residential, 5.0-acre minimum)
zone.
Proposed lots meet minimum parcel sizes and widths and support single-family
residential development, consistent with the purpose of and allowed uses in the RR-5 zone (BCC sec. 24-18 C and sec. 24-19).
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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,
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.
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 RR-5 (5.0-acre minimum) zone. Existing and proposed single-family residences are consistent with the primary allowed land uses in the RR-5 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 map.
F. The project site is not located within an earthquake fault zone.
There is only one known active fault within Butte County and it is located
approximately 5 miles to the northeast.
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 one or two residential dwellings would have a negligible effect on local or regional traffic. No such development is proposed at this time.
Approved By: Pete Calarco, Assistant Director
Date: July 28, 2021
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EXHIBIT A
Tentative Parcel Map for California Engineering Company, Inc. on APN 047-460-031, File # TPM20-0013:
A request to divide an 18.0-acre parcel, in the RR-5 (Rural Residential – 5.0-acre minimum) zone and RR (Rural Residential) General Plan designation into two lots of approximately 12.0 and 6.0
acres. The subject parcel contains two permitted single-family dwellings and four accessory structures. The subject parcel fronts Foothill Boulevard, a County-maintained paved road. The parcel frontage is unimproved without curb, gutter, and sidewalk. Future residences will be served by existing onsite well and septic systems.
I. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: Public Works
A. STREETS
1. All access rights shall be reserved by deed per county ordinance, offered for dedication, and depicted on the parcel map. Place the following note on the parcel map: “approved road name is a nonexclusive 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.”
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, provide street name signs per requirements of the
Department of Public Works. Street names shall be reviewed by the county address coordinator and one name for each new street shall be recommended to the Board of Supervisors for approval prior to recordation of the parcel map. A minimum of five alternate names for each new street shall be submitted.
4. Prior to final road inspection, install all necessary traffic safety signs including stop signs 5. It appears that egress/ingress location onto Windfall Way and the unnamed road don’t provide adequate sight distance. Prior to recordation of the parcel map, remove and/or trim bushes and trees along the parcel frontage on Foothill Blvd to ensure adequate sight distance
at egress/ingress locations in accordance to the latest version of Caltrans Highway Design Manual. Prior to parcel map approval, dedicate a sight distance easement at the unnamed road.
C. COMPLIANCE WITH BUTTE COUNTY STORMWATER ORDINANCE
Developments located outside Butte County MS4 permitted area:
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1. Coverage under the stormwater Construction General Permit (CGP) 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 or disturbs 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.”
D. PARCEL MAP
1. Show all records of easement on the parcel map. 2. 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. 3. Pay the recording fees in effect at the time the parcel map and related documents are recorded.
Public Health Department Environmental Health Division
1. Prior to recordation, place the following note on the parcel map: “Existing ditch is cement-lined and requires a 50-foot setback for all structures”. Agricultural Commissioner’s Office
1. New residential development will be subject to a review under BCC sec. 24-56.1 – Residential Setback from Orchards and Vineyards. 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.
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Changes deemed to be major or significant in nature shall require a formal application for
amendment.
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ATTACHMENT B: VICINITY/ZONING MAP
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ATTACHEMENT C: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP