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ATTACHMENT A
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR DECISION ZDN16-0012
May 25, 2016
APPROVING MAP EXTENSION MEXT16-0001 (Ashlock)
I. The Zoning Administrator has reviewed and considered MEXT16-0001 for Jeff Ashlock,
in accordance with Chapter 20 Subdivisions, Section 20-68 Extension of Time, of the Butte
County Code for Assessor’s Parcel Number 078-090-043 and 078-090-044, and finds:
A. The Planning Commission previously approved Tentative Subdivision Map
TSM06-0012 (Ashlock) and adopted an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative
Declaration on June 11, 2010.
B. The map received two State automatic extensions, which extended the map to June
11, 2016.
B. The applicant is requesting a six (6) year extension to June 11, 2022 to complete
the conditions of approval and record the map.
C. The request for map extension was referred to various affected public and private
agencies, County departments, and referral agencies for review and comments.
D. A duly noticed public hearing was held on May 25, 2016; and
II. Approves Map Extension MEXT16-0001 for Jeff Ashlock, subject to the following
findings:
A. The request for map extension was made in a timely manner on April 19, 2016,
prior to the expiration date of the conditionally approved tentative map.
B. The extension of time is granted until June 11, 2022 for good cause, namely for
more time in order to complete subdivision improvement requirements, comply
with the conditions of approval, and record the final map.
C. The underlying map which is now being extended conforms to the tentative
subdivision map approved by the Butte County Planning Commission on April 22,
2010 with the adoption of Resolution PC10-10.
D. Mitigation Measures and Conditions from TSM06-0012 in Exhibit A of Resolution
PC10-10 are carried forward with the map extension.
E. No change to the project, circumstances under which the project is undertaken, or
the physical environment had occurred that would cause new environmental effects
or an increase in severity of environmental effects. No subsequent environmental
review is required.
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EXHIBIT A
Tentative Subdivision Map for Jeff Ashlock on APN 078-090-043 and 078-090-044, File # TSM06-
0012: An application for a phased Tentative Subdivision Map to subdivide the 49.95 acres (two parcels) into
four land use areas: single-family residential, multi-family residential, commercial and open space. The single-
family residential will include 65 lots (53 standard and 12 custom). The multi-family area includes eight (8)
parcels that will be developed with 125 dwelling units. The commercial area includes approximately 14 acres.
The project also proposes approximately 11.4 acres of open space (trails/detention ponds).
I. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
Planning Division
1. Mitigation Measure #1: Roadside Landscaping
Landscaping shall be installed when feasible in lots along road frontage of Ophir Road and Lincoln
Boulevard in order to improve the visual character of the site and to provide a visual barrier against
new sources of light and glare.
Plan Requirements: This mitigation shall be included as a condition of the subdivision.
Timing: The provisions of this mitigation shall be implemented during the post-construction phase of
the project.
Monitoring: The Development Services Department shall ensure compliance through final
inspections.
2. Mitigation Measure #2: Lighting and Glare
All lighting for commercial uses shall be designed and located so as to confine direct lighting to the
premises. A light source shall not shine upon or illuminate directly on any surface other than the area
required to be lighted. Residential security and night lighting shall not exceed 0.1 lumens at the edges
of the property. No lighting shall be of the type or in a location such that it constitutes a hazard to
vehicular traffic, either on private property or the abutting roadway.
Plan Requirements: This mitigation shall be placed as a condition of the subdivision.
Timing: The provisions of this mitigation measure shall be complied with at all times.
Monitoring: The Development Services Department shall investigate and respond to any complaints
of excess glare or light originating from the project site.
3. Mitigation Measure #3:
The following measures shall apply to all development activities on the project site. Additionally, a
note shall be placed on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on
an additional map sheet that states: “Dust generated by the development activities shall be kept to a
minimum and retained on-site. Follow the air quality control measures listed below:
Control Dust
a. During clearing, grading, earth moving, excavation, or transportation of cut or fill materials, water
trucks or sprinkler systems are to be used to prevent dust from leaving the site and to create a crust
after each day’s activities cease.
b. During construction, water trucks or sprinkler systems shall be used to keep all areas of vehicle
movement damp enough to prevent dust from leaving the site. At a minimum, this would include
wetting down such areas in the later morning and after work is completed for the day and whenever
wind exceeds 15 miles per hour.
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c. Soil stockpiled for more than two days shall be covered, kept moist, or treated with soil binders to
prevent dust generation.
d. On-site construction vehicles shall be limited to a speed of 15 mph on unpaved roads.
e. Haul vehicles transporting soil into or out of the property shall be covered.
f. Existing roads and streets adjacent to the project shall be cleaned at least once per day if dirt or
mud from the project site has been tracked onto these roadways, unless conditions warrant a greater
frequency.
g. Other measures may be required as determined appropriate by the BCAQMD or Department of
Public Works in order to control dust.
Post Contact Information
h. Post a publicly visible sign with the telephone number and person to contact regarding dust
complaints. This person shall respond and take corrective action within 24 hours. The telephone
number of the Butte County Air Quality Management District shall be visible to ensure compliance
with BCAQMD Rule 200 & 205 (Nuisance and Fugitive Dust Emissions).
Other Construction Practices
i. Maintain all construction equipment in proper tune according to manufacturer’s specification.
j. Idling time shall not exceed to 10 minutes for any diesel engine.
k. Where feasible, give preference to utilizing the following equipment:
Electric equipment
Substitute gasoline-powered for diesel-powered equipment
Alternatively fueled construction equipment on site such as compressed natural gas (CNG),
liquid natural gas (LNG), propane, or biodiesel.
Equipment that has Caterpillar pre-chamber diesel engines, as practical.
Diesel construction equipment meeting the CARB’s 1996 or newer certification standard for
off-road heavy-duty diesel engines.
l. Construction workers shall park in designated parking area(s) to help reduce dust emissions.”
Plan Requirements: The note shall be placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet. This note shall also be placed on all building
and site development plans.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be adhered to throughout all grading and construction
periods.
Monitoring: The Butte County Department of Development Services and the Public Works
Department shall ensure that the note is placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet. Building inspectors shall spot check and
shall ensure compliance on-site. Butte County Air Pollution Control District inspectors shall respond
to nuisance complaints.
4. Mitigation Measure #4: Nesting Migratory Birds and Raptors
Prior to initiation of any ground disturbing/construction activities during the nesting season (between
1 March and 15 September), the area within 0.5 mile of the proposed disturbed area must be surveyed
by a qualified biologist for active raptor and migratory bird nests during the appropriate nesting period
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for the species. All raptor and migratory bird nests on the project site should be avoided until young
have fledged in accordance with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 (16 U.S.C. 703-712; Ch. 128;
July 13, 1918; 40 Stat. 755) as amended.
A. If an active nest is located within 0.5 mile of the project site, a biologist will monitor the nest weekly
during construction to evaluate potential disturbance to nesting from construction activities. The
monitor will have the authority to stop construction if it appears to be resulting in nest abandonment
or forced fledging. Following a review of the breeding pair's behavior, CDFG will determine
whether project activities in the area may continue during the nesting season and, if so, the
conditions under which they may continue.
B. If an active nest occurs in a tree scheduled for removal, the species of bird using the nest will be
determined. The nest tree will be preserved until it is outside of the breeding season for that species
or until the young have fledged. If construction cannot be delayed until the end of the breeding
season, guidance from CDFG shall be requested.
Plan Requirements: Preconstruction migratory birds and raptor surveys shall be accomplished 30-
days prior to construction during the breeding season. Any identified nests shall be marked and
identified with a 500-foot no-disturbance buffet until young have fledged
Timing: Prior to construction.
Monitoring: The Butte County Department of Development Services
5. Mitigation Measure #5: Vernal Pool Invertebrates
Impacts to special status shrimp habitat shall be avoided to the maximum extent practicable. These
listed species include Branchinecta conservatio (Conservancy fairy shrimp), Branchinecta
longiantenna (longhorn fairy shrimp), Lepidurus packardi (vernal pool tadpole shrimp), and
Branchinecta lynchi (vernal pool fairy shrimp).
Less than one quarter of acre of habitat will be affected, including habitat that is filled or otherwise
destroyed (directly affected) and habitat indirectly affected by the project. Habitat indirectly affected
includes all habitat supported by destroyed upland areas and swales, and all habitat otherwise damaged
by loss of watershed, human intrusion, introduced species, and pollution caused by the project. If the
reach of indirect effects cannot be determined definitively, all habitat within 250 feet of proposed
development may be considered indirectly affected.
A. For every acre of habitat directly or indirectly affected, at least two vernal pool credits will be
dedicated within a USFWS-approved preservation bank, or, based on USFWS evaluation of site-
specific conservation values, three acres of vernal pool habitat may be preserved on the project site
or on another non-bank site approved by the USFWS.
B. For every acre of habitat directly affected, at least one vernal pool creation credit will be dedicated
within a USFWS-approved habitat mitigation bank, or, based on USFWS evaluation of site-specific
conservation values, three acres of vernal pool habitat will be created and monitored on the project
site or on another non-bank site as approved by the USFWS.
C. If habitat is avoided (preserved) on site, then a USFWS-approved biologist (monitor) will inspect
any construction-related activities at the proposed project site to ensure that unnecessary take of
listed species or destruction of their habitat does not occur. The biologist will have the authority to
stop all activities that may result in such take or destruction until appropriate corrective measures
have been completed. The biologist also will be required to immediately report any unauthorized
impacts to the USFWS and the California Department of Fish and Game.
D. Single rail fencing will be placed and maintained around any avoided (preserved) vernal pool or
vernal swale habitat to prevent impacts from vehicles.
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E. All construction personnel will receive instruction regarding the presence of listed species and the
importance of avoiding impacts to these species and their habitat.
F. The applicant will ensure that activities that are inconsistent with the maintenance of the suitability
of remaining habitat and associated on-site watershed are prohibited. This includes, but is not
limited to: (i) alteration of existing topography or any other alteration or uses for any purposes,
including the exploration for or development of mineral extraction; (ii) placement of any new
structures on these parcels; (iii) dumping, burning, and/or burying of rubbish, garbage, or any other
wastes or fill materials; (iv) building of any new roads or trails; (v) killing, removal, alteration, or
replacement of any existing native vegetation; (vi) placement of storm water drains; (vii) fire
protection activities not required to protect existing structures at the project site; and (viii) use of
pesticides or other toxic chemicals.
G. Before implementation of each proposed project, the USFWS will be supplied with a 7.5 minute
U. S. Geological Survey topographic map that clearly delineates the project area and habitat
contained within this area.
Plan Requirements: The note shall be placed on a separate document which is to be recorded
concurrently with the final map.
Timing: Prior to fill or any wetlands on site.
Monitoring: The Butte County Department of Development Services shall ensure that vernal pool
mitigation credits have been purchased according to USFWS specifications before wetland fill occurs.
Butte County building inspectors shall ensure compliance with fencing requirements on-site.
6. Mitigation Measure #6: Oak Trees
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 any development activity or the issuance of any permit or
approval removing or encroaching upon oak trees on the project site (this generally includes the canopy
drip-line of trees within the area of ground disturbance and trees subject to changes in hydrologic
regime) an Oak Tree Mitigation Plan prepared by a certified arborist, registered professional forester,
botanist or landscape architect shall be submitted for review and approval by the Director of
Development Services or his/her designee that includes:
1) A survey showing the location of oak trees 5 inches or more in diameter at breast height,
as defined by PRC §21083.4(a);
2) The removal of all oak trees 5 inches or more in diameter at breast height shall be
mitigated. It shall be mitigated by one or more of the following: replanting and maintaining
oak trees, establishing conservation easements, contributing funds for off-site oak
woodlands conservation, and/or other mitigation measures developed by Butte
County. Replanting oak trees cannot account for more than one-half of the
mitigation. Replanted oak trees shall be maintained for a period of seven years after they
are planted. If any of the replanted oak trees die or become diseased, they shall be replaced
and maintained for seven years after the new oak trees are planted;
3) A replanting schedule and diagram for trees removed or encroached upon by permit
activities consistent with PRC §21083.4(b)(2), applicable mitigation measures, and Butte
County Ordinance, if any, shall be submitted to and approved by the Director of
Development Services or his/her designee. Replanted trees shall be planted in areas
deemed appropriate by the Plan, considering future lot development, interference with
foundations, fencing, roadways, driveways, and utilities. Trees planted shall be protected
from livestock and other animals;
4) Oak Tree protection measures for trees to be retained within the project site shall be
included in construction specifications. Each oak tree to be preserved shall be surrounded
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by a tree zone identified by the drip line of the tree. An orange plastic fence or other
suitable type of fence shall be used to identify the tree zone during construction
activities. No vegetation removal, soil disturbance, or other development activities shall
occur within the tree zone in order to protect root systems and minimize compaction of the
soil, unless authorized by Oak Tree Mitigation Plan; and
5) Conservation easements or funds for off-site oak woodlands conservation shall be proposed
to and approved by the Director of Development Services or his/her designee.
Plan Requirements: No vegetation removal, grading, road construction, or other earthwork shall be
permitted until the tree plan is submitted and approved.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be satisfied prior to any development activity or the
issuance of any grading, building, septic, or well permit, or the approval of any improvement plans on
the parcels.
Monitoring: The Butte County Department of Development Services and Department of Public Works
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. At the time of septic, well, or building permit application, the
Development Services Department will reference this requirement on any grading, building, septic, or
well permit site plans and verify that an Oak Tree Mitigation Plan has been submitted to and approved
by the Director of Development Services or his/her designee. Butte County building inspectors shall
ensure compliance on-site.
7. Mitigation Measure #7:
Place a note on the final map or on an additional map sheet to be recorded with the final map that states:
“All street lighting is to be shielded so as to direct light downward. This will reduce illumination of
the night sky as well as indirect illumination of surrounding parcels and open space area.”
Plan Requirements: This note shall be placed on all building and site development plans. If a
homeowners association is formed, the condition shall be a requirement of the Covenants, Conditions
and Restrictions (CC&Rs).
Timing: The provisions of this mitigation measure shall be complied with at all times.
Monitoring: The Department of Development Services and the Department of Public Works shall
ensure that the note is placed on the final map or on an additional map sheet to be recorded with the
final map and on all building and site development plans. Building inspectors shall spot check and
shall ensure compliance on-site.
8. Mitigation Measure #8: Cultural Resource Protection
Place a note on a separate document which is to be recorded concurrently with the Final Map or on an
additional map sheet and on all building and site development plans that states: “Should grading
activities reveal the presence or prehistoric or historic cultural resources (i.e. artifact concentrations,
including arrowheads and other stone tools or chipping debris, cans glass, etc.; structural remains;
human skeletal remains) work within 50 feet of the find shall immediately cease until a qualified
professional archaeologist can be consulted to evaluate the find and implement appropriate mitigation
procedures. Should human skeletal remains be encountered, State law requires immediate notification
of the County Coroner. Should the County Coroner determine that the remains are in an archaeological
context, the Native American Heritage Commission in Sacramento shall be notified immediately,
pursuant to State Law, to arrange for Native American participation in determining the disposition of
such remains.” The provisions of this note shall be followed during construction of all subdivision
improvements, including land clearing, road construction, utility installation, and building site
development.
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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 development activities.
Monitoring: 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.
9. Mitigation Measure #12:
The houses built on single-family residential lots numbered 48, 49, 50, and 51 shall have walls and
windows capable of attenuating external noise by 35 dB.
Plan Requirements: The note shall be placed as a condition of final map approval.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be reflected in final grading plans. Conditions shall be
adhered to throughout all construction periods.
Monitoring: The Department of Development Services shall spot check to ensure monitoring
compliance.
10. Mitigation Measure #13:
Buildings developed on commercial lots numbered 73, 74, 75, 76, 79, 80, 81, and 82 shall include
windows with a Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating of at least 30 dB.
Plan Requirements: The note shall be placed as a condition of final map approval.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be reflected in final grading plans. Conditions shall be
adhered to throughout all construction periods.
Monitoring: The Department of Development Services shall spot check to ensure monitoring
compliance.
11. Mitigation Measure #14:
Construction activities shall be limited to between the hours of 7AM and 7PM with no construction
activity on Sundays or holidays. The primary contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all
construction equipment is properly tuned and maintained. When feasible, existing power sources, such
as power poles, or clean fuel generators should be used, rather than temporary power generators.
Minimize idling time to 10 minutes.
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: The mitigation shall be applicable during all construction activities.
Monitoring: The developer and the Disturbance Coordinator shall be responsible for ensuring
compliance with this mitigation and shall respond to all complaints of noise. The Department of
Development Services shall investigate all complaints of excess construction-related noise.
12. Mitigation Measure #15: Proportional Roadway and Intersection Improvement Fees
The project applicant/developer shall either:
1. Pay fees proportional to the project’s fair share of costs of needed roadway and intersection
improvements for those intersections and roadways within the Las Plumas and surrounding area
warranting improvements due to project-related or cumulative traffic impacts;
2. Participate in funding an Impact Study and paying the fee identified; or
3. Pay fees as approved by other County fee program.
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Plan Requirements: The note shall be placed as a condition of final map approval.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be reflected in final plans. Collection of fees shall be
based on which option the developer chooses.
Monitoring: None.
13. Mitigation Measure #16: Frontage Improvement
The project applicant/developer shall be required to construct all road frontage improvements on or before
construction begins on commercial and residential units. Frontage improvements may be constructed in a
phased manner with each phase of project development. Frontage improvements along Ophir Road shall
extend to the easternmost project access in order to remain consistent with Butte County objectives to
preserve the rural character of the area.
Plan Requirements: The note shall be placed as a condition of final map approval.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be reflected in final plans. Conditions shall be adhered
to throughout all construction periods.
Monitoring: The Department of Public Works shall review improvements to ensure compliance.
14. Mitigation Measure #17: Interior Signage
Stop signs shall be placed at each exit from the project site to Ophir Road and Lincoln Boulevard.
Plan Requirements: The note shall be placed as a condition of final map approval.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be reflected in final plans. Conditions shall be adhered
to throughout all construction periods.
Monitoring: The Department of Public Works shall check to ensure compliance prior to issuance of
any Building Permits.
15. Mitigation Measure #18: Driveway Limitations
The northernmost Lincoln Boulevard driveway and the westernmost Ophir Road driveway shall be limited
to right turns only due to potentially problematic left turns near the Lincoln Rd/Ophir Rd intersection.
Signage indicating this limitation shall be installed along these driveways so as to be clearly visible to
exiting traffic.
Plan Requirements: The note shall be placed as a condition of final map approval.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be reflected in final plans. Conditions shall be adhered
to throughout all construction periods.
Monitoring: The Department of Public Works shall review to ensure compliance.
16. Mitigation Measures #19:
Street lighting is required for public safety and shall be provided in accordance with Butte County
requirements, accepted design criteria, and recommendations of Pacific, Gas & Electric Company. The
developer shall install the streetlights, as required, and pay energy costs and maintenance through
forming a Lighting and Landscaping District (LLD), annexing into an existing Lighting and
Landscaping District, forming a County Service Area (CSA) for publicly maintained roads or forming
a Homeowners Association for non-publicly maintained roads and facilities. The maintenance
method(s) chosen shall be formed prior to recordation of the Final Map. The district formation or CSA
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.
Plan Requirements: All requirements shall be shown or noted on Subdivision improvement plans.
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Timing: Prior to recording of Final Map, compliance with above mitigation is required.
Monitoring: The Department of Development Services and Department of Public Works shall review
the lighting plan to be in conformance with Butte County requirements.
17. Mitigation Measure #21: Capacity/Mitigation Agreement
Prior to recording the Final Map and following completion of a capacity impact study, the
Applicant/Developer shall enter into a Capacity/Mitigation Agreement or functional equivalent with
SC-OR and LOAPUD, or other means as approved by SC-OR and LOAPUD, in provision of future
wastewater treatment and disposal services. If the Applicant decides to proceed with development of
the project and secure wastewater collection and treatment services, the Applicant shall meet with SC-
OR and LOAPUD and negotiate the scope of required improvements, the timing of improvements, the
financing and construction of improvements, and all other requirements of SC-OR and Collector
roughly proportional to the impact of the proposed project.
Plan Requirements: Submit executed Capacity/Mitigation Agreement or functional equivalent to the
Department of Public Works.
Timing: The Capacity/Mitigation Agreement or functional equivalent shall be submitted prior to
recordation of the Final Map.
Monitoring: The Department of Development Services shall ensure that the required
Capacity/Mitigation Agreement or functional equivalent is submitted prior to recordation of Final Map.
18. Mitigation Measure #22: SC-OR Progress Monitoring and Reporting
Prior to issuance of Building Permits, the County shall ensure that periodic re-evaluation of actual
growth rates and available wastewater collection and treatment capacities has been conducted by SC-
OR and a record of this periodic re-evaluation is on file with the County. Records of this periodic re-
evaluation shall not be more than 2 years old at the time of issuance of Building Permits. Should SC-
OR determine that either rates of development have substantially changed from estimates used in the
2009 Capacity Impact Study, or that Project development is occurring on a longer schedule than that
assumed in the original Capacity Impact Study, SC-OR may, at their discretion, require the
applicant/developer to fund an update of the Capacity Impact Study prior to the issuance of building
permits.
Plan Requirements: The applicant/developer shall submit periodic re-evaluation, performed or
approved by SC-OR, of available capacity as compared to actual project buildout and area growth rates
to the Department of Public Works. If re-evaluation determines substantial changes in growth rates as
compared to those used in the Dec. 16, 2009, Capacity Impact Study, an updated Capacity Impact Study
may be, at the discretion of SC-OR, required prior to issuance of additional Building Permits.
Timing: Periodic re-evaluation of project progress shall occur at a minimum of every 2 years during
phased construction. A record of this re-evaluation shall be submitted to the Department of Public
Works and filed with the Final Map.
Monitoring: The Department of Public Works shall ensure that the required periodic re-evaluations
have been submitted prior to issuance of building permits.
19. Mitigation Measure #23: Construction or Modification of Sewer Collection Facilities
Prior to recordation of Phased Final Maps, the applicant/developer shall construct new and/or modify
existing sewer collection facilities according to plans and specifications in conformance with LOAPUD
Improvement Standards and Policies. Construction of facilities may proceed along a phased
implementation design with approval from LOAPUD.
Plan Requirements: LOAPUD shall approve plans and specifications prior to issuance of building
permits.
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Timing: Applicant shall submit approved plans prior to recordation of Final Map
Monitoring: The Department of Development Services shall ensure that the required plans are
submitted prior to approval of the Final Map. Field inspections shall verify compliance.
20. Mitigation Measure #24: Water Main Extension
Prior to recordation of first Phased Final Map, the 12” water main (from the South Feather Water and
Power Agency’s existing main along Lincoln Boulevard) along the Ophir Road frontage of APN 078-
090-043 to the easternmost project access point along Ophir Road, shall be installed or bonded for
construct or provide a performance bond and labor and material bond for the construction as approved
by South Feather Water and Power Agency.
Plan Requirements: South Feather Water and Power Agency shall approve plans and specifications
prior to issuance of recordation of the first Phase.
Timing: Applicant shall complete prior to recordation of Final Map
Monitoring: The Department of Development Services shall ensure that the improvements are
installed or bonded for prior to recordation of the first Phased Map.
21. The Department of Development Services (DDS) is responsible for monitoring the landowner’s
compliance with all map conditions of approval as detailed above. As the cost of ongoing monitoring
of Mitigation Measures and Conditions of Approval is not included in the County’s map application
fees, at the discretion of the Director of DDS (Director), the cost of DDS staff time directly related to
the monitoring of compliance with map conditions of approval will be billed to and borne by the
landowner at the established DDS Planning Division hourly rate. The current fee amount established
in Butte County Code and implementing resolutions for Mitigation Measure and Condition of Approval
Monitoring (currently $1,510) shall be paid within 30 days of the date of project approval. Regarding
the monitoring of relevant mitigation measures and conditions of approval after approval and/or
recordation of the map, the landowner shall maintain this fee with DDS in an amount (not to exceed
the established maximum) at a level determined by the Director to ensure adequate ongoing mitigation
measure and condition of approval monitoring. Mechanisms which may be used by the County to
address failure by the landowner to maintain the adequate fee amount may include but are not limited
to ”stop work” orders, denial of building permits and/or certificates of occupancy, revocation of project
approval and imposition of performance bonds at the discretion of the Director of DDS.
22. Payment of fees pursuant to Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 is required, prior to filing a Notice of
Determination for the project, unless the project proponent provides verification from the California
Department of Fish and Game that the project is exempt from the fee requirement. If the 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)).
23. This tentative subdivision map is inconsistent with the current I (Industrial) General Plan designation
and the M-1 (Light Industrial) zoning district and not operative or entitled until the related General Plan
Amendment (GPA06-0005) and Rezone (REZ06-0005) applications are approved by the Board of
Supervisors.
24. Prior to recordation of the Final Map, the owner shall execute a declaration acknowledging Butte
County’s Right-to-Farm Ordinance pursuant to Butte County Code Section 35-8. This note shall be
recorded by the Director of the Department of Development Services in the Office of the County
Recorder upon the granting of the development approval. A note shall be placed on a separate
document which is to be recorded concurrently with the map or on an additional map sheet that states
the full text of the Declaration Acknowledging Right to Farm per Section 35-8.
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Public Works
25. 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 in fee simple to the County of Butte.”
26. Prior to the recordation of the final map, provide approved access conforming to county code to each
parcel from a publicly maintained road.
27. Prior to or concurrently with the recordation of the final map, deed to Butte County in fee simple 48
feet of right-of-way from the physical centerlines of Ophir Road and Lincoln Blvd. along the entire
property frontage. The right-of-way shall be sufficient for the installation of county improvement
standard No. S-5 at all street intersections.
28. Prior to or concurrently with the recordation of the final map, relinquish abutter's rights of access to
Butte County along the Ophir Road and Lincoln Blvd. frontages of parcels except at approved access
points. Limit Lincoln Blvd. driveway access to right-in/right-out only turn movements with traffic
directional signs. Provide approved access to Lot 81 through a common driveway with Lot 80. No
public road frontage driveway access allowed to Lot 82. Lot 82 shall be served by an approved access
easement.
29. 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.
30. Prior to final road inspection for each phase, install all necessary traffic safety signs including stop
signs.
31. Prior to recordation of the final 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.
32. Provide cul-de-sacs designed and constructed as specified in the county improvement standards. The
final map shall show the cul-de-sacs.
33. Prior to the recordation of Phase 1 of the final map, construct or provide a performance bond and labor
and material bond for the construction of a ½+ 12’ street section on Ophir Road contiguous to the Phase
1 parcel frontages to a modified RS-2A road standard with center turn lane, two-lane directional travel,
bike lane, vertical curb, gutter and detached 5’ sidewalk with 6’ planter strip and 4″ AC, 16″ AB, prime
coat, fog seal and 95 % relative compaction. Construct a full street section on interior streets “A” and
“B” to an RS-2B road standard with rolled curb, gutter and attached sidewalk or detached sidewalk
with 6’ minimum planter strip, 3″ AC, 12″ AB, prime coat, fog seal and 95 % relative compaction.
Construct a full street section on interior streets “A” and “F” located outside of Phase 1 to an RS-8 LD-
II road standard, 20’ wide, 4″ AB to provide emergency access between Lincoln Blvd. and Ophir Road.
Construct a standard S-18B road approach in accordance with county improvement standards at the
intersection of Lincoln Blvd. and Street “F”. Provide sufficient right-of-way for proposed construction.
Submit design to 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 for operation and
maintenance of street and storm drain facilities for the entire project, phases 1 through 6.
34. Prior to the recordation of Phase 2 of the final map, construct or provide a performance bond and labor
and material bond for the construction of a full street section on interior streets “A”, “D” and “E” to an
RS-2B road standard with rolled curb, gutter, sidewalk, 3″ AC, 12″ AB, prime coat, fog seal and 95 %
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relative compaction. Submit design to Land Development Division for approval prior to construction.
“R” value determination and other data may be required to support the section design.
35. Prior to the recordation of Phase 3 of the final map, construct or provide a performance bond and labor
and material bond for the construction of a ½+ 12’ street section on Lincoln Blvd. and Ophir Road
contiguous to the Phase 3 parcel frontages to a modified RS-2A road standard with center turn lane,
two-lane directional travel, bike lane, vertical curb, gutter and detached 5’ sidewalk with 6’ planter
strip, 4″ AC, 16″ AB, prime coat, fog seal and 95 % relative compaction. Provide sufficient right-of-
way for proposed construction. Construct a full street section on interior street “F” to an RS-2B road
standard with rolled curb, gutter and attached sidewalk or detached sidewalk with 6’ minimum planter
strip, 3″ AC, 12″ AB, prime coat, fog seal and 95 % relative compaction. Submit design to Land
Development Division for approval prior to construction. “R” value determination and other data may
be required to support the section design.
36. Prior to the recordation of Phase 4 of the final map, construct or provide a performance bond and labor
and material bond for the construction of a full street section on interior streets “A” and “F” to an RS-
2B road standard with rolled curb, gutter and attached sidewalk or detached sidewalk with 6’ minimum
planter strip, 3″ AC, 12″ AB, prime coat, fog seal and 95 % relative compaction. Submit design to
Land Development Division for approval prior to construction. “R” value determination and other data
may be required to support the section design.
37. Prior to the recordation of Phase 5 of the final map, construct or provide a performance bond and labor
and material bond for the construction of a ½+ 12’ street section on Ophir Road along the entire parcel
frontage to a modified RS-2A road standard with center turn lane, two-lane directional travel, bike lane,
vertical curb, gutter and detached 5’ sidewalk with 6’ planter strip, 4″ AC, and 16″ AB, prime coat, fog
seal and 95 % relative compaction. Provide sufficient right-of-way for proposed construction. Submit
design to Land Development Division for approval prior to construction. “R” value determination and
other data may be required to support the section design.
38. Prior to recordation of Phases 1 and 2 of the final map, provide minimum 20’ right-of-way for
pedestrian/bicycle paths for Streets “C” through “E” as shown on the tentative subdivision map for the
construction of a two-way Class I bike path in accordance with Caltrans Highway Design Manual
standards. Submit design to Land Development Division for approval prior to construction. 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 maintenance entity for
recreation paths and 20’ right-of-ways prior to recordation of the first final map.
39. 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 first final map. The
formation of a CSA or other approved 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.
40. 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.
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41. Mitigation Measure #9:
Prior to any grading on the site, a Construction Storm Water Permit will be required by the State Water
Resources Control Board if the project results in a 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. If a Construction Storm Water Permit is required, place a note on
an additional map sheet that states: “The development of this Final Map requires 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).”
Plan Requirements: A copy of the approved Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) shall
be attached to all building and site development plans.
Timing: The requirements of the approved Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan shall be adhered to
at all times.
Monitoring: The applicant or his/her successors, heirs, assigns are responsible for ensuring compliance
with the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan. The California Regional Water Quality Control Board
and the Butte County Public Works Department will respond to any storm water runoff problems.
42. Mitigation Measure #10: Lot Grading
Lots shall be graded to direct runoff to storm drain facilities within the public right-of-way or to
stormwater retention basins situated within the lot. No lot-to-lot runoff shall be permitted.
Plan Requirements: All grading plans shall show drainage runoff consistent with the above
requirement.
Timing: Requirements of the condition shall be reflected in final grading plans and all custom lot
development. Conditions shall be adhered to throughout all grading/excavating and
construction/landscaping periods.
Monitoring: The Department of Public Works shall spot check to ensure monitoring compliance.
43. Mitigation Measure #11:
Prior to recordation of the final map, a plan for a permanent solution for drainage plans and calculations
shall be submitted to and approved by the Department of Public Works. The drainage Engineering
plans shall detail existing drainage conditions and shall specify how drainage waters shall storm water
runoff will either be detained or retained onsite and/ or conveyed to the nearest natural channel or
publicly maintained drainage channel or facility. and shall provide that there shall be no increase in the
peak flow runoff to said channel or 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.
Plan Requirements: Submit drainage plans and calculations to the Department of Public Works for
review and approval.
Timing: The drainage plans and calculations shall be submitted and approved prior to approval of the
improvement plans, and the required drainage improvements constructed or bonded for construction prior
to recordation of the Final Map.
Monitoring: The Department of Public Works shall ensure that the required plan is submitted and
ensure that the drainage improvements are constructed or bonded for construction prior to recordation
of the Final Map.
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44. Show all easements of record on the final map.
45. Prior to or concurrently with the 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.
46. Pay the recording fees in effect at the time the final map and related documents are recorded.
47. Prior to recordation of the final map, a preliminary soils report or acceptable soils waiver letter 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.
Cal-Fire/Butte County Fire
48. Prior to construction of single-family dwellings, a pressurized community 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. Required hydrant spacing, hydrant size and residual fire
flow shall comply with the California Fire Code. Fire hydrant identification, road reflectors or post
reflectors acceptable to the County Fire Chief shall be installed or bonded, prior to each phased map
recordation. Submit plans to the Fire Department for review and approval prior to construction.
49. Prior to construction multi-family dwellings and commercial development, a pressurized community
water system for fire protection is required. Bonding may be allowed with the approval of the County
Fire Chief. Average required hydrant spacing is 300 feet (reduce by 100 feet on dead-end streets and
roads), hydrant size 6 inches, and residual fire flow of 2500 GPM. Required hydrant spacing, hydrant
size and residual fire flow shall comply with the California Fire Code. Fire hydrant identification, road
reflectors or post reflectors acceptable to the County Fire Chief shall be installed or bonded, prior to
each phased map recordation. Submit plans to the Fire Department for review and approval prior to
construction.
50. Prior to building construction, provide an all-weather access of at least 10 feet wide 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.
51. Pressurized community water system must be installed and operational prior to combustible building
materials arriving on site.
Environmental Health Division
52. Prior to recordation of the first phase of the subdivision map, annexation into the Lake Oroville Area
Public Utility District is required.
53. Place a note on the each final phased map or on an additional map sheet that states, “Each and every
new lot shall be connected to public sewer and water.”
54. Prior to recordation of the each final phased map, applicant/developer shall meet all
requirements/conditions for service providers, LOAPUD, SC-OR and SFPWA, as listed below.
Lake Oroville Area Public Utility District
55. Prior to recordation of the first phased map, the applicant/developer shall be required to complete a
Sphere Amendment and Annexation.
56. This project will be required to provide a mainline extension, a regional pump station and force main
facilities with capacity to serve the much larger basin, which includes this project. The pump station
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and pipelines must be constructed to District standards. The District will consider a phased design that
allows expandability to meet the future growth needs of the basin.
57. All design and construction of the sewer collection system must comply with LOAPUD standards.
58. Sewer service will be available upon request after the applicant/developer has accomplished the
following:
Mutual approval of a Mitigation Agreement by applicant/developer, LOAPUD and SC-OR;
Preparation of plans and specification, in conformance with LOAPUD Improvement Standards and
Policies;
Acquiring and granting all necessary easements to LOAPUD
Payment of applicable fees;
Mutual approval of a Development Agreement by applicant/developer and LOAPUD Board of
Directors; and
Construction or modification of required sewer collection facilities, including any sewer line size
increases in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
59. To obtain sewer service for each Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) the applicant/developer must
complete the following:
Execution of a LOAPUD permit and payment for each and every EDU of the current:
a. Capacity charge,
b. Connection Fee, and
c. SC-OR Regional Facility Charge (RFC)
Preparation of plans and specification, in conformance with LOAPUD Improvement Standards and
Policies;
Processing Fees
60. Prior to recordation of the first Phase of the subdivision map, pay any outstanding project-related
processing fees.
County Counsel
If this entire matter or any finding, action or condition of this matter is appealed to the Board of Supervisors,
the applicant or any other developer/operator other than the applicant agrees to indemnify the County of
Butte from liability or loss related to the approval of this project and agrees to sign an indemnification
agreement in a form approved by County Counsel before the Board's appeal hearing. If the application is
not appealed, this condition is deemed satisfied.
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.