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Staff Commentary on Agenda Item No. 14
CHULA VISTA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF June 6, 1972
Item Title: Resolution supporting SB 111II, revising the Subdivision Map Act
Initiated by: Director of Planning
Attached is a copy of Resolution (X]
Background:
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This revision, sponsored by the League of California Cities, vests maximum control of
subdivisions in cities and counties, and' broadens the authority of cities and counties
to regulate subdivisions to assure that land development is in accordance with local
planning policy. It provides that proposed land developments shall be disapproved
if the site of the proposed subdivison is not physically suitable for the type of
development and the proposed density of development, or the proposed land use will
adversely affect the public health, safety or general welfare, or is likely to cause
substantial environmental damage. The bill continues to require that the proposed
subdivision and proposed land use be consistent with applicable general and specific
plans.
The bill will give cities and counties the authority to exercise responsible control
of growth and development consistent with sound planning, to protect the environment
and preserve open space, and to provide for reservations of areas necessary for parks,
recreational facilities and other public uses essential to expansion.
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Financial
Statement: N.A.
Commission-Board
Recommendation: N.A.
Department Head
Recommendation: Adoption of resolution.
City Manager
Reeommendati on : Concur
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