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Page 1 of 6 Revised: January 2006 Planning Department Application Packet TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP DESCRIPTION: A tentative parcel map is a map that shows the lot layout, necessary easements and improvements for a proposed subdivision containing four or fewer lots, units or interests. Tentative parcel maps are required prior to processing and recording a final parcel map, unless Alpine County has waived the requirement for a tentative parcel map. Approval of a tentative parcel map may include conditions that must be satisfied prior to the subdivision being established through the approval and recording of a final parcel map. The Alpine County Planning Commission makes decisions on tentative parcel maps containing more than two building sites. The Alpine County Technical Advisory Committee makes decisions on tentative parcel maps containing no more than two lots where there is no increase in the number of potential building sites within the area to be subdivided. A public hearing is required prior to a decision to approve, approve with conditions or deny a tentative parcel map application. Notice of the public hearing is published and sent to property owners in the vicinity. Once approved, a tentative parcel map is valid for 24 months, with the possibility of an additional 12 months being granted through an extension. The final parcel map must be filed prior to expiration of the tentative parcel map. As provided in Section 17.16.320 of the Alpine County Code, decisions made by the Technical Advisory Committee and Planning Commission may be appealed to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors, respectively. APPLICATION DEADLINE AND INITIAL PROCESSING: A complete application must be submitted to the Alpine County Planning Department at least eight weeks prior to the public hearing with the Planning Commission. The Planning Department will check the application to determine if it is complete. If complete, processing will begin. If incomplete, the applicant will be informed in writing and all additional information required for a complete application must be submitted before processing will begin. DEPOSIT: No more than two lots $1200; three to four lots $3850. The County’s costs to process and review the proposal are charged against the deposit (includes, but is not limited to, staff time, copies, postage, public notices). If deposited funds are reduced to less than 25% of the initial deposit amount during project processing, additional funds will be required in order to continue with processing. Any balance remaining after processing is completed and all conditions of approval satisfied will be refunded. A separate and additional deposit will be required for environmental processing if applicable to the proposed zoning. A portion of the payment is fee based and not refundable. PRE-APPLICATION MEETING AND APPLICATION CHECKLIST: Applicants are encouraged to meet with the Planning Director to discuss the proposal and County requirements prior to submitting an application. During this meeting, the applicant and the Planning Director can review the application checklist together and note the items that will be required. The Planning Director will determine if items are required or not required based on the nature and location of the proposal. Applicants should check with the Planning Director before assuming that any of the items listed in the application checklist are not applicable. ---PAGE BREAK--- Page 2 of 6 Revised: January 2006 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: Consideration of a tentative parcel map may be subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). As the “lead agency”, Alpine County will determine if the proposal is exempt or excluded from CEQA review or if further environmental review is required. If required, the environmental review must be completed before a decision can be made on the tentative parcel map. The applicability of CEQA to the proposal can be discussed during the pre application meeting. If environmental review is required, an additional development processing deposit of $1000 will be required. If it is determined that an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is required, the applicant is required to pay for the full cost of preparing and processing the EIR. COMBINED SUBMITTALS: Combined submittals consisting of more than one type of application are possible if deemed acceptable by the Planning Director. A pre-application meeting is mandatory prior to making a combined submittal. Applicants should be advised that combined submittals may result in longer review times due to multiple requests being combined into one submittal. The Planning Department may also require that the requests included in a combined submittal be reviewed and considered in stages. Also, combined submittals require additional processing deposits. NUMBER OF COPIES: One complete set of all required application materials (see checklist), including one full size set (D size – 24”x36” and one 11” X 17” set) of all plans and one complete set of all written documents (8 ½” x 11”) shall be submitted. In addition, the following duplicate sets shall be submitted: Technical Advisory Committee □ 8 sets of full size plans Tri-County Technical Advisory Committee – Kirkwood Area □ 3 sets of 11” x 17” plans California Environmental Quality Act – Environmental Review – State Clearinghouse □ 15 full size sets of plans if the project requires an environmental review through CEQA Planning Commission □ 18 sets of 11” x 17” plans Board of Supervisors □ 13 sets of 11” x 17” plans (if planning commission decision is appealed) Digital Copies □ The department requests that the applicant submit a digital copy of all submitted materials in both CAD and PDF formats (This is not a requirement) Normally, the number of copies noted above will be sufficient to complete the project review. However, additional copies of application materials may be requested by the Planning Department if necessary to complete the review. ---PAGE BREAK--- Page 3 of 6 Revised: January 2006 REVIEW SCHEDULE: Once a complete application is filed with the Planning Department, review of the project will begin. Review by the Alpine County Technical Advisory Committee and/or Tri-County Technical Advisory Committee is required prior to consideration of the application by the Alpine County Planning Commission. The application will be reviewed at the following public meetings: • Alpine County Technical Advisory Committee (TAC): The TAC normally meets on the second Tuesday of each month, 9:30 a.m. at the Alpine County Public Works Office, 50 Diamond Valley Road, in Woodfords. Meetings may also be held at Turtle Rock Park, 17300 Highway 89 between Markleeville and Woodfords. • Tri-County Technical Advisory Committee (applies to projects in Kirkwood and within the Highway 88 corridor between Picketts Junction and Kirkwood, and Highway 89 corridor between Picketts Junction and Luther Pass – regular meetings are the 1st Friday of each month, 10:00 a.m. at the Kirkwood Community Services Building in Kirkwood). • Alpine County Planning Commission – a public hearing is required prior to a decision on a tentative parcel map application (regular meetings are the last Thursday of each month, 6:00 p.m. at Turtle Rock Park, 17300 Highway between Markleeville and Woodfords). CRITERIA FOR DECISION: In order to approve the tentative parcel map, the Planning Commission must be able to make the following findings: • The proposed subdivision, including improvements and design, is consistent with the general plan and any applicable specific plans. • The site is physically suitable for the type and density of development proposed. • The design of the subdivision and associated improvements will not cause substantial environmental damage, nor will it substantially or avoidably injure fish or wildlife, or their habitat. • The design of the subdivision and associated improvements are not likely to cause serious public health problems. • The design of the subdivision and associated improvements will not conflict with any public easements of record for access through the property or use of the property unless alternative easements acceptable to the County are provided. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please contact the Alpine County Planning Department: Address: 50 Diamond Valley Road Markleeville, CA 96120 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] Fax: [PHONE REDACTED] Email: [EMAIL REDACTED] ---PAGE BREAK--- Page 4 of 6 Revised: January 2006 Required Yes No TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP APPLICATION CHECKLIST APPLICATION FORM, AUTHORIZATION AND WRITTEN DOCUMENTS 1. Application form completed and signed by the applicant. 2. Property owner’s written authorization to proceed with the project. This can be in the form of the owner’s signature on the application form, or a separate letter of authorization. 3. Preliminary title report showing the legal owners at the time of filing of the tentative tract map application (17.16.040A.2). 4. Existing and proposed land uses and development in the vicinity (17.16.030.E) 5. Proposed covenants, restrictions or other private rules regarding the proposed development (17.16.040A.7). 6. A preliminary soils report prepared by a qualified professional (17.16.040A.1). 7. An engineering geology and/or seismic safety report prepared by a qualified professional (17.16.040A.3), including the names of the geologist and/or soils engineer whose services were required in preparation of the tentative map (17.16.040.I). 8. A preliminary hydrology and drainage report including drainage calculations before and after development and identification of the type and likely sizing of necessary drainage control structures and improvements (17.16.040.A.8) 9. Identification of any potential adverse environmental effects that might result from the project and proposed mitigation related to aesthetics, agricultural resources, air quality, biological resources (wildlife, wetlands, aquatic life, plants), archeological and historic resources, geology and soils, natural hazards (flood, earthquake, wildfire), hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, land use, mineral resources, noise, population and housing, public services, recreation, transportation and traffic, and utilities (17.16.040.G.8). VICINITY AND EXISTING CONDITIONS MAPS 10. A vicinity map showing the proposed subdivision location and its relationship to the surrounding area including roads, public trails, utilities and improvements, drainage ways, creeks, rivers and other water bodies, adjoining subdivisions and other developed areas, and other geographic features in the general vicinity where the subdivision is proposed to be located (17.16.030.F). 11. A map or maps of the existing conditions on the site and within 300 feet of the perimeter of the site, legibly and accurately drawn to a scale of not less than 1” equals 40 feet, showing the following (17.16.030.G): a. Topography at a contour interval or either 2 feet if existing slopes are less than 10 percent, or up to 5 feet where existing slopes are 10 percent or greater (16.16.030.G.1); b. The approximate size, location and species of trees or groups of trees on the property and the identification of any trees proposed to be removed (17.16.030G.2); c. The approximate location and outline of existing structures identified by type, including identification of buildings to be removed (17.16.030.G.3); d. The approximate location of existing and proposed drainage control features and bodies of water, all areas which are subject to inundation or storm water overflow, and the location, width, and direction of flow of all watercourses (17.16.030.G.4); e. The location, pavement and right of way width, grade and name of existing streets or highways (16.17.030G.5); f. The widths, location and identity of all existing easements, including the identification of all utility installations (17.16.030G.6); g. Location of all existing wells, water systems and sewage disposal systems, and of any test wells, soil percolation test and profile holes. Location of test wells, soil percolation tests and profile holes shall be staked and flagged in the field (17.16.030.G.7); h. The location and approximate boundaries of all wetland areas (17.16.040A.8); i. Land cover and vegetation type (17.16.040.A.8); j. Location and boundaries of any known natural hazards such as flood plains, areas subject to storm water inundation, avalanche areas, unstable slopes or soils, rock fall areas, high or moderate wildfire hazard areas and seismic areas (17.16.040.A.8); k. Location of any unique or potentially sensitive natural, historic or archeological features that might be affected by the proposed subdivision (17.16.040A.8); ---PAGE BREAK--- Page 5 of 6 Revised: January 2006 TENTATIVE MAP DRAWING 12. A tentative parcel map, 18”x24” size with a one-inch clearly marked border and letter size not less than 1/8 inch, legibly and accurately drawn to a scale of not less than one inch = 40 feet, showing the following (17.16.030): a. Name and address of the legal owner, subdivider and person preparing the map (17.16.030.B); b. Sufficient legal description to define the boundary of the proposed subdivision (17.16.030.C); c. Date of preparation, north arrow, scale and contour interval (17.16.030.D); d. Topography at a contour interval of either 2 feet if existing slopes are less than 10 percent, or up to 5 feet where existing slopes are 10 percent or greater (17.16.030.G.1), including the source and date of existing contour (topography) information (17.16.030.J); e. The layout, boundaries, and approximate dimensions of all lots within the subdivision, including any proposed building envelopes (16.16.030.H.5); f. The location, edge of pavement, right of way width and proposed name of all streets and roads, including any off site roads that must be constructed to serve the subdivision (17.16.030.H.1); g. Any and all proposed open space areas, recreation or park sites, trails, and other common areas that are proposed for either private or public use (17.16.030.H.7 and 17.16.030.H.8); h. The location, dimensions, and purpose of all proposed easements and rights of way located both within the subdivision and outside of the subdivision if necessary to serve the subdivision (17.16.040.A.8); i. Certificates for execution by the County Planner indicating the date of approval of the tentative subdivision map by the Planning Commission (17.16.030.L) j. Identification of any proposed phasing or sequencing of developing within the proposed subdivision (17.16.030.M). IMPROVEMENT PLAN 13. An improvement plan consisting of one or more sheets depending upon the complexity and extent of the proposed improvements, with letter size not less than 1/8 inch, legibly and accurately drawn to a scale of not less than one inch = 40 feet, showing the following (17.16.030.H): a. The location, centerline grade, edge of pavement grades, centerline radius and arc length of curves, pavement and right of way width, and name of all on site and off site streets and related improvements. Typical sections of streets shall be shown (17.16.030.H.1); b. The location and radius of all edge of pavement and/or curb returns and cul-de-sacs (17.16.040.H.2); c. The location, width and purpose of all easements (17.16.040.H.3); d. The angle of intersecting streets if such angle deviates from a right angle by more than four degrees (17.16.040.H.4); e. The approximate layout and approximate dimensions of each lot and each building site (17.16.040.H.5); f. Engineering data (i.e. grading plan) showing the approximate finished grading of each lot, the preliminary design of all grading, the elevation of proposed building pads, and the top, toe and ratio of all cut and fill slopes (17.16.040.H.5); g. Topography at a contour interval of either 2 feet if existing slopes are less than 10 percent, or up to 5 feet where existing slopes are 10 percent or greater (17.16.040H.6); h. Any and all proposed open space areas, recreation or park sites, trails, and other common areas that are proposed for either private or public use (17.16.030.H.7 and 17.16.030.H.8); i. The location and size of sewage disposal systems, water supply systems and storm drainage systems including the proposed grades and elevations of the components of the systems (17.16.040.H.9). UTILITY CERTIFICATIONS 14. Proposed source of water supply to serve the subdivision, including documentation of existing well permits and/or water rights that will be utilized, or evidence of adequate capacity and permission to connect to an existing water supply system (17.16.040.A.8). 15. Proposed method of wastewater treatment, including the design and capacity of existing and proposed on site systems, or evidence of adequate capacity and permission to connect to an existing wastewater treatment system (17.16.040.A.8). 16. Certification in writing from all utilities (power, telephone, natural gas, etc.), which are planned to be provided to the proposed subdivision, indicating that the proposed subdivision can and will be adequately served (16.16.040A.6). ---PAGE BREAK--- Page 6 of 6 Revised: January 2006 APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT Alpine County Planning Department 50 Diamond Valley Road Markleeville, CA 96120 Tel: (530) 694-2140, Fax: (530) 694-2149 PROJECT AND SITE INFORMATION Project Name Project Location/Address Assessor Parcel Numbers Parcel Size Existing Uses PROPERTY OWNER INFORMATION Name Address City State Zip Phone Fax Cell Email APPLICANT/AGENT INFORMATION (If different from property owner) Name Address City Phone Fax Cell Email TYPE OF APPLICATION G Code Amendment G Lot Line Adjustment G Tentative Tract Map G Conditional Use Permit G Preliminary Review G Variance G Envelope Modification G Surface Mining Permit G Zone Change G General Plan Amend. G Tentative Parcel Map G AUTHORIZATION AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS I certify that the information and exhibits I have submitted are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. In filing the application I am acting with the knowledge and consent of those persons who are owners of the subject property or are parties to this application. I understand that all materials required by Alpine county must be submitted prior to having this matter processed. I understand that I am consenting to allow the County staff involve in this application or their designees to enter onto and inspect the subject property at any reasonable time, without obtaining any prior consent. I understand that public hearings or meetings may be required. The property owner and/or applicant/agent or their representative shall be present at all official public meetings and public hearings relative to this application. Processing deposits and/or fees for reviewing the application shall be paid in accordance with the Alpine County Planning Department Schedule of Fees and Deposits (Board of Supervisors Resolution No. R2005-30 or as may be amended in the future). I understand that additional fees or materials may be required as a result of considerations which may arise in the processing of this application. SIGNATURE OF PERSON SUBMITTING APPLICATION DATE PROPERTY OWNER SIGNATURE DATE OFFICIAL USE ONLY Received Deposit/Fees Receipt Case