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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Agenda Packet 01/09/2013AGENDA MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 9, 2013 CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CA UMOTIONS TO EXCUSE: Planning Commission: Spethman Livag Moctezuma Anaya MOTIONS TO EXCUSE: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE: OPENING STATEMENT: PUBLIC COMMENTS: Council Chambers 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, CA Vinson l:+ Calvo Opportunit for members of the public to speak to the Planning Commission on any subject matter within the Commissiq n's jurisdiction, but not an item on today's agenda. minutes. CONSENTS ITEMS: The Chair' may entertain requests by staff to continue an Each speaker's presentation may not exceed three agenda item. The Chair may also entertain a recommen ation by a Commissioner to approve certain non - controversial agenda items as Consent items. Notwithstanding the foregoing, an agenda item listed as a Public Hearing may not be acted upon by the Commission as a Consent Item. Public Hearing items shall be heard by the Commission as a Public Hearing. PUBLIC HEARING: PCM 1242 Consideration of Amendments to Chula Vista Municipal Code: Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance) related to special events, temporary outside sales and temporary promotional sign permit regulations; and Title 18 (Subdivision Ordinance). Project Managers: Michael Walker, Senior Planner Tom Adler, Land Development Manager Materials rovided to the Planning Commission related to any item on this agenda are available for public review in Planni the g and Building Department located at 276 Fourth Avenue during normal business hours. OTHER BUSINESS: • DIRECTOR'S REPORT: Pat Laughlin From: Scott Vinson [scottvinsonsr @gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 20131:06 PM To, Lisa Moctezuma- Bender Cc: Yolanda Calvo; Pat Laughlin; Mark Livag; Mike Spethman; Pedro Anaya; Diana Vargas Subject: Re: Lisa, Request to be excused for tomorrows meeting. I just got back from a trip and feel a the bug hitting me. Scott Vinson On Tue, Jan S, 2013 at 12:00 PM, Lisa Moctezuma- Bender <lisamoctezuma(a,hotmail.com> wrote: Ditto! Sorry Diana will be leaving us... best wishes, D! Thanks, Lisa From: YCa'lvo @HunsakerSD.com To: plau hlin(akhulavistaca.gov; lisamoctezumaghotmail.com; marklivag_na,cox.net; casamikegpacbell.net; panayajrka ox.net; scottvinsonsr(ia mail.com CC: DVar sachulavistaca.gov J Subject; : Date: Fri, 41 Jan 201317:37 :33 +0000 Thanks Patand welcome! Diana- You will be missed Yolanda Thank you for all your support and best wishes on your new endeavor. From; Pat Loughlin (mai alto :plaughlin0chulavistaca.govj Sent: Friday, January 04, 2013 9:35 AM To: Lisa M ezuma; Mark Livag; Mike Spethman; Pedro Anaya Jr; Scott Vinson; Yolanda Calvo Cc: Diana Vargas Subject: importance: High Dear Commissioners, i • COMMISSION COMMENTS: Adjournment: To a Regular Planning Commission on January 23, 2013. COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT The City of Chula Vista, in complying with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), requests individuals who require special accommodations to access, attend, and /or participate in a City meeting, activity, or service, request such accommodations at least forty -eight hours in advance for meetings, a d five days for scheduled services and activities. Please contact Diana Vargas for specific information at (619) 691 -5101 or Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf (TDD) at 585 -5647. California Relay Service is also available for the hearing impaired. I, CHULA VISTA Resolution of the City of Chula Vista Planning Commission recommending that the City of Chula Vista City Council approve ordinances amending various sections of Chula Vista Municipal Code Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance) related to special events, temporary outside sales and temporary promotional sign permit regulations; and amending Title 18 (Subdivision Ordinance) related to administrative procedures for the subdivision of land. BY: Michael W. Walker, Senior Planner and Tom Adler, Land Development Manager BY: Gary Halbert, Development Services Director /Assistant City Manager DUCTION In early 2009, the Development Services Department launched a comprehensive review of the City' development review process to determine improvements that could streamline it, increase transparency, improve public access, make it more predictable for applicants and reduce the cost of pr ject review, permitting, and inspection. The review has been named the Process Impr 'vement Program and consists of staff committees and an Oversight Committee made up of meml lers of the public. The item for consideration this evening is to amend various sections of the C iula Vista Municipal Code (CVMC) Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance) related to special events; temporary outside sales; and temporary promotional signs, and Title 18 (Subdivision Ordinance). The proposed process improvements will streamline the special event permit review process by increasing clarity in the application process and consolidating the review process. For Tentative Maps the hearing process will be reduced from two hearings to one and delegated to the Pla nR Commission. ONMENTAL REVIEW The Development Services Director has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines the activity is not subject to CEQA. No environmental review is necessary. Pro�ess Improvement Program Page No. 2 MMENDATION the Planning Commission conduct the public hearing and recommend to the City Council oval of the proposed amendments to Chula Vista Municipal Code Title 19 and Title 18. DISCUSSION In arly 2009, the Development Services Department initiated a review of the City's development processes to determine what improvements could be made to reduce redundancy, administrative costs and processing timelines while increasing opportunities for public input and review. The effort is referred to as the Process Improvement Program (PIP). A staff committee wash convened to identify a series of short and long term issues that needed to be addressed to imp�ove the development review process, and in the spring of 2009, a 25 member Development Services Oversight Committee ( "Oversight Committee ") was formed to work with staff in ide of mg additional areas that needed improvement and assist in developing workable Sol ions. The Oversight Committee is comprised of developers, business owners, community 0 'nizations, engineers, architects, and contractors. In 2010, numerous improvements were made to the development review process as part of Phase 1 of the PIP. Over the last year, the Oversight Committee has been meeting about quarterly to review and provide input on draft work products developed by staff. Numerous process improvement efforts were pursued including the items before the Planning Commission this evening related to the Special Events Permit Process and the Tentative Map Approval process. A. I Special Event Permit Process One of the areas identified for improvement efforts was the City's special event permit process. Representatives for the Olympic Training Center (OTC), a repeat customer of the City's special event process, asked City staff to consider changes to the permit process that would result in simpler, less cumbersome process. Furthermore, the current special event permit process narrowly limits events to four types: grand openings; business anniversaries, change of business address; and change of ownership or lessee. However, over the years several other types of special events have been permitted through the special event permit process. Some including, but not �imited to, annual events at the Olympic Training Center, South Bay Motor Sports, car shows, and events at Cricket Amphitheater are much larger events that require coordination of muliiple departments. In response to OTC's request, staff representing Development Planning, Traffic Engineering, Fire and Building evaluated the Special Event permit process as well as the Temporary Outside Sales and Temporary Promotional Sign permit process. Staff held several meetings to evaluate the current permit process, application form and the applicable codes. Afte much discussion focused on providing greater clarity and consistency to the process, staff recommended that the special events permit process be separated into two types of permits, minor promotional events and major special events. Minor promotional events would include grand openings, change of business ownership, business anniversaries and other similar events held on private property typically related to the business. Major special events are events held i Process Improvement Program Page No. 3 on public property and/or require two or more secondary permits (e.g. for use of generators and large tents /canopies) from other departments and are not typically related to a particular business. The Development Services Department will process minor promotional events held on private property such as grand openings, business anniversaries or change of address, change of owne1ship, health fairs and other promotional events in the manner stated above. The City Man ger's office will continue to process major events held on public property, and is currently cons, eying processing major events held on private property such as at the Olympic Training Center and South Bay Motor Sports, and events that require multiple secondary permits from other I departments, such as Fire, Building and/or Police. The processing change will help customers distinguish between minor promotional events and major special events. Improvements were also identified for the permit application process. Currently, the special event'Ipermit is processed over - the - counter after which, customers leave with an application form havin staff approval signatures from Planning, Traffic Engineering, Fire and in some cases Police. The customer may leave with the impression that they are done with the permit process; however, some events require structural permits for items such as generators, tents or canopies from Fire and/or Building. Customers may also be required to schedule an inspection triggered by these additional permits prior to the event, but in many instances the events come and go without benefit of inspections. The current process does not track the workflow for these permits, which causes confusion for both staff and customers. Permit tracking through workflow specific to pr otional events, temporary outside sales and temporary sign permits will be created within the C -ty's Permits Plus database. Efficient permit tracking will improve customer service by enabliIng the customer to schedule a pending inspection the same day they are obtaining the Staff Jso proposes to simplify the permit application. The application will incorporate templates for acceptable temporary sign locations, and will reflect the recommended processing changes descri ed above. Providing more application information for customers up front should enable them to prepare more complete applications enabling them to move more quickly through the City's review process. The over - the - counter review process will also be enhanced by combining Planning and Traffic Engineering staff review eliminating an extra review step. (See Attachment 5 - Pr cess Flow Chart). The following is a summary of the proposed amendments to CVMC Title 19 related to the Special Event Permit process. Attachment 1 provides the detailed strikeout underline text of the relevant sections of Title 19. Section 19.58.370: Temporary outside sales permits will be approved by the Director of Oevelopment Services instead of the Zoning Administrator, and temporary holiday sales (e.g. Christmas tree and pumpkin patch lots) may be permitted to operate without time and permit number limitations. To ensure sufficient time to obtain all needed approvals and inspections, applicants will be required to submit applications 15 business days prior to the event. Signage associated with temporary outside sales or promotional events will be regulated by the existing code section for Temporary Promotional Signs (see CVMC 19.60.500(C)). Section 19.58.380: This section is recommended to be repealed because the regulations provided are already addressed in both CVMC Sections 19.58.370 and 19.60.500. Minor promotional events are temporary and are typically related to a temporary outside sales Process Improvement Program Page No. 4 i events or other promotional events and most often include temporary promotional signs. CVMC 19.58.370 as well as section 19.60.500(C) currently provides location and signage requirements. a Section 19.60.500(C): Minor changes are proposed for the existing section regarding Temporary Promotional Sign to reflect the changes noted above. Tentative Map Approval Process Another area identified for process improvement is the Tentative Map approval process. The land development process related to the subdivision of land is primarily composed of two phases: The Tentative Map phase where the subdivider provides the overall plan for the j development and the City sets forth the conditions for development. This phase is discretionary, it provides the property owner with the entitlement to subdivide their property but there is no actual subdivision of land. Environmental review pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act is conducted at this phase and requires that the impacts be disclosed to the decision makers prior to making the discretionary decision. The Final Map phase, a non - discretionary final approval, where the land is actually subdivided. The approval of Final Maps is currently delegated to the City Engineer. Thep Subdivision Map Act (Section 66542.1(b)) allows for the approval of Tentative Maps by an advisory agency, such as the Planning Commission, rather than by the legislative body, such as the (City Council, if authorized by ordinance. Consistent with this provision, the proposed ordinance changes to Title 18 affect the Tentative Map phase and delegates what was formerly City Council approval to the Planning Commission. Table 1 summarizes the detailed strikeout underline text of the relevant sections of CVMC Title 18 (Attachment 2). Table 1 18.12.125 Allows for appeals of interested parties to be presented to the City Council. 18.13.60 Allows for extension requests to be filed within 90 of an expiring vesting Tentative Map. Staff recommends that Tentative Map approval be delegated to the Planning Commission for the following reasons: Decision making is delegated with one body making the decision at a public hearing. The process is more efficient with less time spent on multiple agenda preparation processes, Proc�ss Improvement Program Page No. 5 such as duplicative staff reports and public noticing. As with all other discretionary actions, the decision to approve a Tentative Map made by the Planning Commission can be appealed by any interested party to the City Council. DECISION -MAKER CONFLICTS Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site - specific and consequently, the 500 -foot rule found in California Code of Regulations Section 1870 2(a) (1) is not applicable to this decision. Staff is not independently aware, nor has staff been informed by any Planning Commission member, of any other fact that may constitute a basis for a decision -maker conflict of interest in this matter. CONCLUSION The roposed CVMC amendments and modification to the current permit process will: 1) broa en types of promotional events held on private property; 2) distinguish between prom tional and major special events; 3) clarify permit requirements and eliminate redundancies in the code; 4) improve permit tracking for a more efficient permit process; and 5) provide more application information for customers enabling them to be better prepared for the process. Title 18 amendments will delegate the approval of Tentative Maps and Vesting Tentative Maps from the City Council to the Planning Commission. Appeals will be considered by the City Council. Staff recommends the proposed amendments to Title 19 Sections 19.58.380 — Special Events; 19.58 370 — Temporary Outside Sales; and 19.60.500(C) — Temporary Promotional Signs, and Title 18 Section 18.12 and 18.13 related to Tentative Maps. FISCAL IMPACT The Process Improvement Program has been developed to reduce redundancy, costs and processing timelines, and to improve opportunities for public input in the development review process. The administrative costs for the development of the program have been included in the Devel Dment Services Fund. The application fees and processing costs for individual special event, temporary outside sales and temporary promotional sign permits, and Tentative Maps are established by the Master Fee Sched ale and paid for by the Applicant. 2. 3. 4. 5. iments Draft Amendments to Zoning Ordinance (Title 19) related to Temporary Outside Sales; Special Events; and Temporary Promotional Signs Draft Amendments to CVMC Title 18 Draft Resolution PCM -12 -42 Draft Ordinance 2013 - Process Flow Chart Attachment 1 19.58.3!70 Outside sales and display — Permanent and temporary. B. Temporary. Temporary outside sales and display of merchandise for a period of 24 days in any calendar year, but not exceeding seven consecutive days, shall -Tay be permitted upon approval of a temporary outside sales permit by the Zoning lijp�Director of Development Services. Not more than six permits a year shall be issued to any one business or shopping complex. An exception may be made by the Director of Uevelopment Services for temporary holiday sales (e ,.q, Christmas tree and pumpkin patch lots) Each such permit shall be accompanied by the required filing fee(s) established by the Master Fee Schedule. Applications shall be submitted a minimum of 15 business days prior to the requested commencement date. UPOR , Tthe applicant shall submit a completed application, two site plans showing the location of the proposed outside sales or romational dis la area. The plan shall include sufficient information to ensu a that the display and sales will be conducted in a safe and proper manner and will not obstruct traffic or cause a! hazardous condition based on the standards adopted by the City. The permit shall designate the commencement and termination dates. 1, Other Required Conditions. da. There shall be a minimum of 30 days between the commencement dates of-when multiple events are requested the quit. sb. Temporary outside sales are prohibited in the- residential, C -0, C -N and C -V zones. dc. The sales area shall maintain a 25 -foot setback from the street when within an area designated for parking. Promotional items shall not be located in the front setback. ed. The sales area may utilize a portion of required parking to a maximum of 20 percent. fe. The sales area shall not interfere with the internal circulation of the site. gf. Pennants may be used only for safety and precautionary purposes. hg. The sales area shall be kept in a neat and well -kept manner at all times. ih. Temporary promotional Prise signs shall be regulated bv CVMC 19,60.500(C). Other signs may be allowed subject to Zoning Administrator approval. +ashes: tw& square feet of weal street fror Y e -sa rea kj. P4-om4ion441tems allowed in conjunction with a si e6a[- promotion_aI_event, such as anniversaries and grand openings, are not subject to the provisions herein except when an outside sales permit is requested. 11. Only merchandise customarily sold on the premises shall be considered for temporary outside sales and display. An exception may be made by the Director of Development Services for temporary holiday sales (e.g. Christmas tree and pumpkin patch iots� year, 1 9.60.500 Sign rules — All commercial zones. Temporary Promotional Signs. Temporary promotional signs in conjunction with -"Special 1romotional events" as defined and regulated by CVMC 19.58.370 and 9. 0 -are (lowed for any nonresidential use in a commercial zone. Commercial messages on such igns will pertain to grand openings, change of business address, change of ownership or ;ssee, business anniversaries and similar promotional events. Said signs may consist of A- nd 1 -frame signs and signs on paper, cardboard, plastic or fabric. The signs shall be located n the premises of the business having the special event. The number and location of the igns shall not create a traffic hazard because of the distractive character to motorists of any ign or the cumulative effect of all the signs on the lot, nor shall any sign unreasonably bscure existing signs or adjacent properties. Only one freestanding sign shall be allowed on ach street frontage; such sign shall not be more than eight feet in height or contain more ian 40 square feet of sign area. Pennants may be used only for safety and precautionary urposes. Price signs may be used but shall not exceed 12 by 16 inches. Excluding price igns, the total area of all promotional signage shall not exceed two square feet of lineal treet frontage of the sales area. Chapter 18.12 TENTATIVE MAPS* Sections: Attachment 2 18.12.010 Filing — Fees. 18.12.020 Filing — Number of copies. 18.12.030 Filing — Title report. 18.12.040 Filing — Time of. 18.12.050 Map preparation — Registered engineer. 18.12.060 Map preparation — Compliance with subdivision manual specifications. 18.12.070 Processing — Transmission and review of documents and data. 18.12.080 Processing — Pre - Commission conference. 18.12.090 Processing — Report to Commission. 18.12.100 Commission — Review and report duties. 18.12.110 City Gounc+lPlanning Commission — Setting date for consideration. 18.12.120 Gity4ouP Plannin Commission — Determination. 18.12.130 City C Gi4Planning Commission — Variance or suspension of requirements. 18.12.140 City C+IPlanninq Commission — Public hearing required when. 18.12.150 City Co a Planning Commission — Public hearing — Notice. 18.12.160 City CaerlFDirector of Development Services — Notice of determination. 18.12.170 Filing of approved or conditionally approved maps. 18.12.180 Expiration of tentative map. 18.12.190 Extension of tentative map — Application and hearing. For statutory provisions relating to tentative maps, see Bus. and Prof. Code § 11550, et seq. Prior legislation: Ord. 2134. 18.12.010 Filing — Fees. Fees shall be paid in accordance with CVMC 18.28.020 through 18.28.090. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.202. Formerly 18.12.020). 18.12.020 Filing — Number of copies. Each subdivider of a major subdivision shall file with the Director of the Development Services Department such number of copies of the tentative map as may be required in the subdivision manual. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010). 18.12.030 Filing — Title report. Two copies of a preliminary title report on the property to be subdivided shall accompany the tentative map. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010). 18.12.040 Filing — Time of. The time of filing of a tentative map shall be construed to be the time at which the same, together with the required data, is received in the office of the Director of Development Services, who shall indicate the date of filing upon all copies of the tentative map and accompanying data. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010). 18.12.050 Map preparation — Registered engineer. The subdivider shall cause the tentative map of the land proposed to be subdivided to be prepared by a civil engineer registered in the state of California. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.203. Formerly 18.12.030). 1,18.12.060 Map preparation — Compliance with subdivision manual specifications. The tentative map shall be drawn to such size and scale and contain such information as Iset forth in the subdivision manual, including, but not limited to, a depiction of the property (proposed to be subdivided and all lands in or under option to the subdivider and/or the (owner of the property proposed to be subdivided. The Development Services Department (shall make available to the subdivider or his representative a copy of the subdivision manual and such other instruction sheets providing information relative to the preparation of said tentative map. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior (code § 28.204. Formerly 18.12.040). 8.12.070 Processing — Transmission and review of documents and data. five working days of the filing of a tentative map, and the filing of a water availablity water district for 500 or more dwellin the Director of Development Services shall transmit the requested number copies of said map together with accompanying data to such public agencies and public id private utilities as may be concerned. Each of the public agencies and utilities may, ithin 15 days after the tentative map has been received by such agency, forward to the ommission a written report of its findings and recommendations thereon. Within 14 days 'ter submittal of an application package and all required documents as required by the irector of Development Services, the Director of Development Services or his designee will a pre- Commission conference on the tentative map with the subdivider and the Committee. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(1). Formerly 18.12.050). 18.12.080 Processing — Pre - Commission conference. The Director of Development Services or designated members of his staff shall make such recommendations to the subdivider as seem proper regarding the tentative map, and shall recommend consultations by the subdivider with relevant organizations, including public and private utilities, and report conclusions and findings to the subdivider within seven days of said conference. This procedure is not required in the processing of a parcel map. However, consultation with the Director of Development Services prior to the preparation of a tentative parcel map is recommended. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 1369,1971; prior code § 28.205(2). Formerly 18.12.060). 18.12.090 Processing — Report to Commission. The Director of Development Services or his designee shall prepare a written report of recommendations on the tentative map in relation to the requirements of this chapter and other applicable regulations of the City or public and private utilities, and shall submit the same to the Commission within 21 days after receipt of the map. In the coastal zone, the report of the Director of Development Services shall also state how the tentative map complies with the requirements of the certified local coastal program. Pursuant to Government Code 66452.3 if the Tentative Map is for a Condominium Conversion the existing residents within the Tentative Map shall be provided a copy of the staff report at least 3 days prior to the the Planning Commission meeting. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(3). Formerly 18.12.070). 18.12.100 Commission — Review and report duties. The Commission shall consider the tentative map as submitted by the subdivider together with the recommendations prepared by the City Engineer and the Director of Development Services. The Director of Development Services may, with a minimum of three working days prior to the Commission's consideration of the project, require that all or any part of the boundaries and/or streets of a proposed subdivision be flagged at the site to facilitate any field review of the Commission. The Commission shall report, in writing, on the map of any subdivision submitted to it within 50 days after the tentative map has been filed, which report shall recommend to the Oeuf�r,4Commisslon approval, conditional approval or disapproval of the tentative map. The 50 -day time period shall commence after certification of the environmental impact report, adoption of a negative declaration, or a determination that the project is exempt from the requirements of Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code. The number, size and configuration of lots to be created and the alignment and width of streets and easements shall be clearly depicted upon the tentative map prior to recommendation of the Commission. Conditions to make the tentative map approvable, which involve modifications to lots in terms of number, size or configuration, or to streets in terms of alignment or width, may be set forth by the Commission for the guidance of the subdivider. However, when such conditions are substantial, the Commission may require that these changes be incorporated upon a revised tentative map and returned to the Director of Development Services who shall have the authority to determine on behalf of the Commission if the map is clearly in conformity with the conditions established by the Commission . The Director of Development Services may at his i s d scretion, require that the revised map be submitted to the Commission for further review in any instance where the map is not clearly in conformity with such conditions. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2091 § 1,1984; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(4). Formerly 18.12.080). i 18-12-110 City GeunGil - Setting date for ronsidera#w. GowRGil shall fix the meetiRg date at whiGh the tentative map will be red by it, whi6h date shall be within 30 days thereAer, (04 3153 § 2 (Exh. G), 2014, (18.12.120 Cif Is 6elumnaPIanning Commission — Determination. On the date set for consideration of the tentative map, the GouRG'!Commission shall approve the tentative map if it finds that the tentative map complies with the requirements of ,this chapter. If the CounGilCommission finds that the tentative map does not meet the (requirements of this chapter, it shall conditionally approve or disapprove said map. In the coastal zone, the tentative map shall, in addition, meet the requirements of the certified local ,coastal program and not result in the creation of a parcel or lot proposed for development that is totally located within an environmentally sensitive habitat area or flood hazard area. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 2091 § 1,1984; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(5). Formerly 18.12.090). 18.12.125 Appeals from determinations — Procedure. iIn the event that the applicant or any interested party adversely affected by a determination is dissatisfied with any determination of the Planning Commission the applicant or interested Partv mav appeal to the Council by filing a statement in writing with the Director of Development Services stating the reasons for appeal within 10 business days following the determination, The matter shall be placed on the Council agenda and heard within 30 days Iof receipt of a valid application of apLal. I 8.12.130 City G Planning Commission — Variance or suspension of requirements. In approving a tentative map, the Council may grant a suspension of any of the subdivision requirements set forth in Section 19.14.190 of Title 19.oF ; that sucks suspeesao s are Trot. inc. orasistent.with state law. A variance. from ... the-lot area., frontage, width, depth and front yard or setback requirements of the various zones set forth in-this code -roay also be granted by tyre Counr cil Any such suspension-OF-variance shall be based upon a sufficient showing that there are special GiFGUM6taRGeS OF GOnditions affeGtiRg the - property io question and that.such suspension or variance; not be mn+^rially detrimental to the general welfare of adjacent peFsons-��, findings for suspension or variance, as may-be-required-in other.. sections of. this- W.— de...The sta[.Pr � and this oh-apter only if it does not affect envirorrm.entally. sensitive- habitat..or public access to and aloRg the Bayfront, will not Otherwise create adverse environM8ntal effeGt&-GA coastal re6ou-rces; and written findings based on substantial evidence are adopted in support thereof (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 1369,1971; prior code § 28.206. Formerly 18.12.120). 18.12.140 City CounGilPlannin Commission – Public hearing required when. In certain instances, Council Planning Commission shall hold a hearing on the tentative map prior to their determination. Those specific situations follow: A. If the Subdivision and Development Committee determines that a tentative map is possessed of sufficient public or community interest to justify the holding of a public hearing by the Commission prior to action being taken on the tentative map, it may request the Director of Development Services to set such hearing before Council Commission. B. If a suspension or variance is requested. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(6). Formerly 18.12.100). 18.12.150 City C+s�Planning Commission – Public hearing – Notice. In the event that a public hearing is held, notice shall be mailed to the subdivider and to the owners of all property within 500 feet of the exterior boundaries of the property involved at least 10 days prior to the date of the hearing. The last known name and address of each owner as shown on the records of the county assessor may be used for the aforementioned notice. In the coastal zone, notice shall be given at least 10 calendar days before the public hearing of the time, date, and place of such hearing, including a general description of the area to be affected, and the street address, if any, of the property involved. Said notice shall be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation in the City. In addition, notice of the hearing shall be given by mail or delivery to all persons, including businesses, corporations, or other public and private entities, shown on the last equalized assessment roll as owning real property within 500 feet of the property that is the subject of the proposed change, as well as all residents within 100 feet of the property which is the subject of the proposed change, the California Coastal Commission, and any person who has filed a written request with the C4-0lerlDirector of Developmen #Services Redev&pm4nf Age y. Such a request may be submitted at any time during the calendar year and shall apply for the balance of the calendar year. A reasonable fee may be imposed on persons requesting such notice for purpose of recovering the cost of such mailing. Substantial compliance with these provisions shall be sufficient, and technical failure to comply shall not affect the validity of any action taken pursuant to the procedures of this chapter or the certified local coastal program. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985. Formerly 18.12.105). 18.12.160 -City Clerk Director of Development Services— Notice of determination. The G4LGIe Director of Developmen# Services shall notify the subdivider, in writing, of the action taken by the Gou nGi !Comm ission. In the coastal zone, the Goy- Cte*Director of Development Services shall provide notice within seven calendar days of the final decision on the application for a tentative map. Such notice shall include conditions of approval, if any, written findings to support the decision, and the procedures for filing an appeal to the Coastal Commission, if applicable, and shall be sent by first class mail to the subdivider, the Coastal Commission, and any person who specifically requested notice of final decisions on subdivision applications. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(7). Formerly 18.12.110). 18.12.170 Filing of approved or conditionally approved maps. One copy of the map and accompanying data, together with the Commission's report and a record of the Cp' - sCommission's action with conditions of approval, if any, shall be filed in the office of the City Clerk Department of Development Services and retained until recordation of the final map or maps encompassing the total area included in the tentative map. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.207. Formerly 18.12.130). 18.12.180 Expiration of tentative map. The approved or conditionally approved tentative map shall expire in 36 months in accordance with the total authorized period of the present or as- amended requirements of Section 66452.6 of the Map Act, unless it is extended in accordance with the provisions of CVMC 18.12.190. Within such time period or the period of any extension thereof, the subdivider may cause a final map to be prepared and submitted to the City Engineer for approval or disapproval in accordance with the tentative map as approved or conditionally approved and in accordance with the Map Act and the provisions of this title. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2790,1999; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 2008 § 1,1982; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.208. Formerly 18.12.140(A)). 18.12.190 Extension of tentative map — Application and hearing. The subdivider may request an extension of the approved or conditionally approved tentative map by written application to the Director of Development Services. Such application shall be filed at least 30, and not more than 90, calendar days before the approval or conditional approval is due to expire. The application shall state the reasons for the requested extension, The Director of Development Services shall determine whether a public hearing is required based on changing conditions in the area. After conducting a public hearing or reviewing the requested extension, the COUnsii Commission may approve or deny the requested extension. An extension shall not exceed 24 months as provided in Section 66452.6(e) of the Map Act. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2790,1999; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 2008 § 1, 1982; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.208. Formerly 18.12.140(6)). Chapter 18.13 VESTING TENTATIVE MAPS Sections: 18.13.010 Authority. 18.13.020 Filing and processing. 18.13.030 Rights conferred. 18.13.040 Consistency with zoning and General Plan. 18.13.050 Expiration of rights conferred. 18.13.060 Extension of time. 18.13.010 Authority. This chapter is enacted pursuant to the authority granted by Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 66498.1) of Division 2 of Title 7 of the Government Code of the state of California — Subdivision Map Act, and is intended to implement the provisions of that chapter. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2134 § 3, 1985). 18.13.020 Filing and processing. A. Whenever this title requires the filing of a tentative map for a residential development, the subdivider may file and have processed a vesting tentative map in the same manner and subject to the same requirements as a tentative map, except as provided in this chapter. B. At the time a vesting tentative map is filed, it shall have printed conspicuously on its face "vesting tentative map." C. In addition to the other information required by this title to be shown on or provided with a tentative map, a vesting tentative map shall show or be accompanied by the following information in a form satisfactory to the Director of Development Services and the City Engineer: 1. The height, bulk and location of proposed buildings. 2. The design and specifications of all public facilities including, but not limited to, on- and off -site sewer, water, drainage, roads, and other improvements. The subdivider shall submit detailed geological, drainage, flood control, soils, traffic, or other reports deemed necessary by the City Engineer or the Director of Development Services to permit complete review of the design and improvements for the subdivision. The subdivider, for subdivisions over five units, shall also submit a fiscal impact report prepared by an independent economic analyst, analyzing the projected impacts the development will have on services; the report shall include marketing information and a cost benefit analysis for the project. 3. Detailed final grading plans showing existing and proposed finished grades at two- foot intervals. 4. Information on the uses to which the buildings will be put and general architectural renderings of the buildings. 5. Detailed landscape plans. D. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this code to the contrary, all vesting tentative maps, regardless of the number of lots, shall be considered by the CouRGiiCommission after a report and recommendation by the CommissionDirector of Development Services. E. A vesting tentative map shall not be approved or conditionally approved unless the Cou- noilCommission finds on the basis of studies and reports submitted by the subdivider that all public facilities necessary to serve the subdivision or mitigate any impacts created by the subdivision will be available for the entire time that the vesting tentative map is valid, plus any time during which the rights conferred by CVMC 18.13.030 exist. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2134 § 3, 1985). 18.13.030 Rights conferred. A. Approval or conditional approval of a vesting tentative map shall confer a right to proceed with residential development in substantial compliance with the ordinances, policies and standards described in Section 66474.2 of the Government Code. However, if Section 66474.2 is repealed, the approval shall confer a vested right to proceed with development in substantial compliance with the ordinances, policies and standards in effect at the time the vesting tentative map was approved or conditionally approved. Any disputes whether a development substantially complies with the approved or conditionally approved map, or with ordinances, policies or standards described in this subsection, shall be resolved by the CounciiCommission. B. Notwithstanding subsection (A) of this section, the permit or entitlement for development may be conditionally approved or denied if, at the time of the issuance of the permit approval or entitlement, it is determined by the issuing authority or the CGUAGPCOmmission on appeal that: 1. A failure to condition or deny the permit or entitlement would place the residents of the subdivision or of the immediate community or both in a condition dangerous to their health or safety; or 2. The condition or denial is required in order to comply with state or federal law. C. Notwithstanding subsection (A) of this section, the amount of any fees which are required to be paid either as a condition of the map approval or by operation of any law shall be determined by application of the law or policy in effect at the time the fee is paid. The amounts of the fees are not vested upon approval of the vesting tentative map. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2134 § 3,1985). 18.13.040 Consistency with zoning and General Plan. No vesting tentative map shall be approved if the proposed map or the design or improvement of the proposed development is not consistent with the applicable general, specific or master plans or with applicable provisions of CVMC Title 19. If development of the project for which a vesting tentative map requires any permits or approvals pursuant to CVMC Title 19, those permits or approval shall be processed concurrently with the vesting tentative map. A vesting tentative map shall not be approved if all other discretionary permits or approvals have not been approved either prior to or concurrently with the approval of the map. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2134 § 3, 1985). 18.13.050 Expiration of rights conferred. Unless extended pursuant to CVMC 18.13.060, a vesting tentative map shall expire one year from the date of approval or conditional approval, and all rights conferred by this section shall cease and the project shall be considered as the same as any subdivision which was not processed pursuant to this chapter if: A. A final map is not approved prior to the expiration of the vesting tentative map. B. The applicant has requested, and the City has approved, a change in the type, density, bulk or design of the development unless an amendment to the vesting tentative map has been approved. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010). 18.13.060 Extension of time. A. Upon the 44ng- recordation of a final map for a vesting tentative map, the rights conferred by CVMC 18.13.030(A) shall continue for one year. Where several final maps are recorded on various phases of a project covered by a single vesting tentative map, this period shall begin for each phase when the final map for that phase is recorded. No phased final map shall be approved after g._Ve tingaT r tiv hhas p,xpir�de B. The time period set forth in subsection (A) of this section shall be automatically extended by any time used for processing a complete application for a grading permit if such processing exceeds 30 days from the date a complete application is accepted. C. The subdivider may apply to the CouncllCommission for an ore -year extension of the time period set forth in subsection (A) of this section no more than 00 days at-ad y e before such time period expires. An extension may be granted only if the Count Qmmission finds that the map still complies with the requirements of this chapter. Pursuant to Government Code 66452.6(e), Tthe Qty CouncillPlanning Commission may approve, conditionally approve, or deny the extension in its sole discretion. D. If the subdivider submits a complete application for a building permit during the periods of time set forth in subsections (A) through (C) of this section, the rights referred to therein shall continue until the expiration of that building permit or any extension of that permit. E. Notwithstanding any provisions of this code to the contrary, the time for filing a final map for a vesting tentative map shall not be extended. Failure to file a final map within the time period established by this code for vesting tentative maps shall terminate all proceedings, and no final map for all or any part of the property included within the vesting tentative map shall be filed without first processing a new map pursuant to this title. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010). Attachment 3 RESOLUTION NO. PCM 12 -42 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 19 RELATED TO SPECIAL EVENTS; TEMPORARY OUTSIDE SALES; TEMPORARY PROMOTIONAL SIGNS; AND TITLE 18 (SUBDIVISIONS) RELATED TO ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES FOR THE SUBDIVISION OF LAND FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS WHEREAS, in February 2009, the Development Services Department initiated a review of the City's development processes to determine what improvements could be made to reduce redundancy, administrative costs and processing timelines while not sacrificing opportunities for early and often public input and review. The effort is referred to as the Process Improvements Pro am; and WHEREAS, a staff committee was convened to identify a series of short and long term that needed to be addressed to improve the development review process; and WHEREAS, in the spring of 2009, a 25 member Development Services Oversight ittee ( "Oversight Committee "), comprised of developers, business owners, community izations, engineers, architects, and contractors was formed to work with staff in identifying i ional areas that needed improvement and assist in developing workable solutions; and WHEREAS, the City's existing Special Event permit process was identified as a Process Impiovement item to provide clarity, eliminate redundancies and streamline the process; and WHEREAS, on September 19, 2012, the Development Services Oversight Committee recommended that staff proceed with the draft recommendations to amend Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance) Sections 19.58.370 Temporary outside sales; 19.58.380 Special events; and 19.6 .500 Temporary promotional signs, for the Process Improvements Program, which include clari ying and streamlining the permit process; and WHEREAS, Title 18 amendments can be streamlined by delegating approval authority to the I lanning Commission for Tentative Map and Vesting Tentative Maps; and WHEREAS, the Development Services Director has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines the activity is not subj ct to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is necessary; and WHEREAS, a hearing time and place was set by the Planning Commission for ration of the Project and notice of said hearing, together with its purpose, was given by its Pla ing Commission Resolution PCM 12 -42 Page 2 publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the City, at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to consider said Project at the time and place as advertised, namely January 9, 2013 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, and said hearing was thereafter closed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission recommend the City of Chula Vista City Council approve an ordinance amending various sections of the la Vista Municipal Code Title 19 related to special event permits; temporary outside sales sits; and temporary promotional signs. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the City by: Halbert, P.E., AICP City Manager/Development Services Director Approved as to form by: Glen R. Googins City Attorney PAS ED AND APPROVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, this 9th day of January, 2013, by the following vote, to -wit: AYES: NOES: 'AIN: Michael Spethman, Chair ATTEST: Vargas, Secretary Attachment 4 ORDINANCE NO. 2013 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA CITY COUNCIL AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE INCLUDING TITLE 19 (ZONING ORDINANCE) RELATED TO SPECIAL EVENTS; TEMPORARY OUTSIDE SALES; AND TEMPORARY PROMOTIONAL SIGNS; AND TITLE 18 (SUBDIVISIONS) RELATED TO ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES FOR THE SUBDIVISION OF LAND FOR THE PURPOSES OF PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS RECITALS WHEREAS, in February 2009, the Development Services Department initiated a review of the City's development processes to determine what improvements could be mace to reduce redundancy, administrative costs and processing timelines while not sacrificing opportunities for early and often public input and review. The effort is referred to as the Process Improvements Program; and WHEREAS, a staff committee was convened to identify a series of short and long issues that needed to be addressed to improve the development review process; and WHEREAS, in the spring of 2009, a 25 member Development Services Oversight Committee ( "Oversight Committee "), comprised of developers, business owners, community organizations, engineers, architects, and contractors was formed to work with staff in identifying additional areas that needed improvement and assist in developing workable solutions; and WHEREAS, the City's existing Special Event permit process was identified as a Process Improvement item to provide clarity, eliminate redundancies, and streamline the rocess; and WHEREAS, on September 19, 2012, the Development Services Oversight Committee recommended that staff proceed with the draft recommendations to amend Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance) Sections 19.58.370 Temporary outside sales; 19.58.380 Special events; and 19.60.500 Temporary promotional signs, for the Process Improvements Program, which include clarifying and streamlining the permit process; and WHEREAS, Title 18 amendments will delegate approval authority to the Planning mission for Tentative Map and Vesting Tentative Maps; and Ordnance Pag 2 WHEREAS, the Development Services Director has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines the activity is not subject to CEQA. No environmental review is necessary; and ,II A. Planning Commission Record on Project WHEREAS, a hearing time and place was set by the Planning Commission for consideration of the Project and notice of said hearing, together with its purpose, was give i by its publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the City, at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to consider said Project at the time and place as advertised, namely January 9, 2013 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, and said hearing was thereafter closed; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission voted x -x -x -x to recommend that the City of Chula Vista City Council approve an ordinance amending various sections of the Chula Vista Municipal Code Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance) related to special events; temporary outside sales; and temporary promotional signs; and Title 18 (subdivisions) related to administrative procedures for the subdivision of land; and WHEREAS, the proceedings and all evidence introduced before the Planning Commission at the public hearing on the Project held on January 9, 2013 and the minutes and Resolution resulting there from, are incorporated into the record of these proc edings; and B. City Council Record on Application WHEREAS, the City Clerk set the time and place for the hearing on the Project and notices of the hearing, together with its purposes given by its publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the City at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing; and WHEREAS, a duly called and noticed public hearing on the Project was held before the City Council of the City of Chula Vista on January 22, 2013 at 2;00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 276 Fourth Avenue to receive the recommendations of the Plan iing Commission, and to hear public testimony with regard to the same; and WHEREAS, after receiving said resolutions, and hearing staff presentation and public testimony, the Council voted x — x — x to approve the amendments to the Chula Vista Municipal Code Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance); amendments to CVMC Title 19 Cha ter 19.58, Sections 19.58.370(B) (Temporary Outside Sales); 19.58.380 (Special Events); and Chapter 19.60, Section 19.60.500(C) (Temporary Promotional Signs), Or finance Pag 3 ap 'roval of Tentative Maps and instead of the City Council; and folic ThE Ch(, EVE Titl( Plai of tl revi whit II. The ChL Ch,, (Su Col «B,' after Vesting Tentative Maps by the Planning Commission NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Chula Vista City Council hereby ordains as amendments to Chula Vista Municipal Code: Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance); Title 19, pter 19.58, Sections 19.58.370(B) (Temporary Outside Sales); 19.58.380 (Special its); and Chapter 19.60, Section 19.60.500(C) (Temporary Promotional Signs), and 18 (Subdivisions) approval of Tentative Maps and Vesting Tentative Maps by the ning Commission instead of the City Council as represented in Exhibits "A" and "B" is Ordinance are necessary for the purpose of improving the existing development ;w process to reduce redundancy, administrative costs and processing timelines 1. not sacrificing opportunities for early and often public input. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby approve the amendments to la Vista Municipal Code Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance); Title 19, Chapter 19.58, Lions 19.58.370(8) (Temporary Outside Sales); 19.58.380 (Special Events); and pter 19.60, Section 19.60.500(C) (Temporary Promotional Signs), and Title 18 divisions) approval of Tentative Maps and Vesting Tentative Maps by the Planning emission instead of the City Council as represented respectively in Exhibits "A" and )f this Ordinance. EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance shall take effect and be in full force on the thirtieth day from and its final adoption. nted By: Approved as to form by Gary Halbert, PE, AICP Director of Development Services/ Assi tant City Manager Exhibits: Glen R. Googins City Attorney Pa2b 4 Ex ibit A: Amendments to CVMC Title 19 Chapter 19.58 (Uses), Sections 19.58.370(B); 19.58.380; and Chapter 19.60 (Signs) Section19.60.500(C) Ex ibit B: Amendments to CVMC Title 18 (Subdivisions) PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chula Vis a, California, this , by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers: NAYS: Councilmembers: ABSENT: Councilmembers: Cheryl Cox, Mayor ATTEST: Donna Norris, City Clerk STATE OF CALIFORNIA CO NTY OF SAN DIEGO CI OF CHULA VISTA I, Donna Norris, City Clerk of Chula Vista, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. _ had its first reading at a regular meeting held on the and its second reading and adoption at a regular meeting of said City Council held on the day of , 2013. this _ day of , 2013. Donna Norris, City Clerk Exhibit A 19.58.370 Outside sales and display — Permanent and temporary. B. Tern porary. Temporary outside sales and display of merchandise for a period of 24 days in any calendar year, b t not exceeding seven consecutive days, may be permitted upon approval of a temporary outside sales permit t y the Director of Development Services. Not more than six permits a year shall be issued to any one business or shopping complex. An exception may be made by the Director of Development Services for temporary holiday sales (e.g. Christmas tree and pumpkin patch lots). Each such permit shall be accompanied by the required filing fee(s) established by the Master Fee Schedule. Applications shall be submitted a minimum of 15 business days prior to the requested commencement date. The applicant shall submit a completed application, two site plans showing the location of the proposed outside sales or promotional display area. The plan shall include sufficient information to ensure that the display and sales will be conducted in a safe and proper manner and will not obstruct traffic or cause a hazardous condition based n the standards adopted by the City. The permit shall designate the commencement and termination dates. 1 Other Required Conditions. a. There shall be a minimum of 30 days between the commencement dates when multiple events are requested. b. Temporary outside sales are prohibited in residential, C -0, C -N and C -V zones. c. The sales area shall maintain a 25 -foot setback from the street when within an area designated for parking. Promotional items shall not be located in the front setback. II d. The sales area may utilize a portion of required parking to a maximum of 20 percent. e. The sales area shall not interfere with the internal circulation of the site. f. Pennants may be used only for safety and precautionary purposes. g. The sales area shall be kept in a neat and well -kept manner at all times. I h. Temporary promotional signs shall be regulated by CVMC 19.60.500(C). Other signs may be allowed subject to Zoning Administrator approval. j. Items allowed in conjunction with a promotional event, such as anniversaries and grand openings, are not subject to the provisions herein except when an outside sales permit is requested. 1.Only merchandise customarily sold on the premises shall be considered for temporary outside sales and display. An exception may be made by the Director of Development Services for temporary holiday sales (e.g. Christmas tree and pumpkin patch lots). 19.58.360 Repealed 19.60.5p0 Sign rules — All commercial zones. C. Terr porary Promotional Signs. Temporary promotional signs in conjunction with promotional events as regulated by CVMC 19.58.370 are allowed for any nonresidential use in a commercial zone. Commercial messages on such signs will pertain to grand openings, change of business address, change of ownership or less e, business anniversaries and similar promotional events. Said signs may consist of A- and 1 -frame signs and signs on paper, cardboard, plastic or fabric. The signs shall be located on the premises of the busine s having the event. The number and location of the signs shall not create a traffic hazard because of the c istractive character to motorists of any sign or the cumulative effect of all the signs on the lot, nor shall ar y sign unreasonably obscure existing signs or adjacent properties. Only one freestanding sign shall be alto ed on each street frontage; such sign shall not be more than eight feet in height or contain more than 4C square feet of sign area. Pennants may be used only for safety and precautionary purposes. Price signs may be used but shall not exceed 12 by 16 inches. Excluding price signs, the total area of all promot onal signage shall not exceed two square feet of lineal street frontage of the sales area. Chapter 18.12 TENTATIVE MAPS* Sections: 18.12.010 Filing—Fees. Exhibit B 18.12.020 Filing — Number of copies. 18.12.030 Filing — Title report. 18.12.040 Filing — Time of. 18.12.050 Map preparation — Registered engineer. 18.12.060 Map preparation — Compliance with subdivision manual specifications. 18.12.070 Processing — Transmission and review of documents and data. 18.12.080 Processing — Pre - Commission conference. 18.12.090 Processing — Report to Commission. 18.12.100 Commission — Review and report duties. 18.12.110 Planning Commission — Setting date for consideration. 18.12.120 Planning Commission — Determination. 18.12.130 Planning Commission — Variance or suspension of requirements. 18.12.140 Planning Commission — Public hearing required when. 18.12.150 Planning Commission — Public hearing — Notice. 18.12.160 Director of Development Services — Notice of determination. 18.12.170 Filing of approved or conditionally approved maps. 18.12.180 Expiration of tentative map. 18.12.190 Extension of tentative map — Application and hearing. * For statutory provisions relating to tentative maps, see Bus. and Prof. Code § 11550, et seq. Prior legislation: Ord. 2134. 18.12.010 Filing — Fees. Fees shall be paid in accordance with CVMC 18.28.020 through 18.28.090. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.202. Formerly 18.12.020). 18.12.020 Filing — Number of copies. Each subdivider of a major subdivision shall file with the Director of the Development Services Department such number of copies of the tentative map as may be required in the subdivision manual. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010). 18.12.030 Filing —Title report. Two copies of a preliminary title report on the property to be subdivided shall accompany the tentative map. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010). 18.12.040 Filing — Time of. The time of filing of a tentative map shall be construed to be the time at which the same, together with the required data, is received in the office of the Director of Development Services, who shall indicate the date of filing upon all copies of the tentative map and accompanying data. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010). 18.12.050 Map preparation — Registered engineer. The subdivider shall cause the tentative map of the land proposed to be subdivided to be prepared by a civil engineer registered in the state of California. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1369,1971; prior code § 28.203. Formerly 18.12.030). 18.12.060 Map preparation — Compliance with subdivision manual specifications. The tentative map shall be drawn to such size and scale and contain such information as set forth in the subdivision manual, including, but not limited to, a depiction of the property proposed to be subdivided and all lands in or under option to the subdivider and/or the owner of the property proposed to be subdivided. The Development Services Department shall make available to the subdivider or his representative a copy of the subdivision manual and such other instruction sheets providing information relative to the preparation of said tentative map. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.204. Formerly 18.12.040). 18.12.070 Processing — Transmission and review of documents and data. Within five working days of the filing of a tentative map, and the filing of a water availablity assessments prepared by the water district for projects proposing 500 or more dwellings or equivalent flows, the Director of Development Services shall transmit the requested number of copies of said map together with accompanying data to such public agencies and public and private utilities as may be concerned. Each of the public agencies and utilities may, within 15 days after the tentative map has been received by such agency, forward to the Commission a written report of its findings and recommendations thereon. Within 14 days after submittal of an application package and all required documents as required by the Director of Development Services, the Director of Development Services or his designee will hold a pre- Commission conference on the tentative map with the subdivider and the Committee. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(1). Formerly 18.12.050). 18.12.080 Processing — Pre - Commission conference. The Director of Development Services or designated members of his staff shall make such recommendations to the subdivider as seem proper regarding the tentative map, and shall recommend consultations by the subdivider with relevant organizations, including public and private utilities, and report conclusions and findings to the subdivider within seven days of said conference. This procedure is not required in the processing of a parcel map. However, consultation with the Director of Development Services prior to the preparation of a tentative parcel map is recommended. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 1369,1971; prior code § 28.205(2). Formerly 18.12.060). 18.12.090 Processing — Report to Commission. The Director of Development Services or his designee shall prepare a written report of recommendations on the tentative map in relation to the requirements of this chapter and other applicable regulations of the City or public and private utilities, and shall submit the same to the Commission within 21 days after receipt of the map. In the coastal zone, the report of the Director of Development Services shall also state how the tentative map complies with the requirements of the certified local coastal program. Pursuant to Government Code 66452.3, if the Tentative Map is for a Condo Conversion, the existing residents within the Tentative Map shall be provided a copy of the staff report at least 3 days prior to the the Planning Commission meeting. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(3). Formerly 18.12.070). 18.12.100 Commission — Review and report duties. The Commission shall consider the tentative map as submitted by the subdivider together with the recommendations prepared by the City Engineer and the Director of Development Services. The Director of Development Services may, with a minimum of three working days prior to the Commission's consideration of the project, require that all or any part of the boundaries and/or streets of a proposed subdivision be flagged at the site to facilitate any field review of the Commission. The Commission shall report, in writing, on the map of any subdivision submitted to it within 50 days after the tentative map has been filed, which report shall recommend to the Commission approval, conditional approval or disapproval of the tentative map. The 50 -day time period shall commence after certification of the environmental impact report, adoption of a negative declaration, or a determination that the project is exempt from the requirements of Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code. The number, size and configuration of lots to be created and the alignment and width of streets and easements shall be clearly depicted upon the tentative map prior to recommendation of the Commission. Conditions to make the tentative map approvable, which involve modifications to lots in terms of number, size or configuration, or to streets in terms of alignment or width, may be set forth by the Commission for the guidance of the subdivider. However, when such conditions are substantial, the Commission may require that these changes be incorporated upon a revised tentative map and returned to the Director of Development Services who shall have the authority to determine on behalf of the Commission if the map is clearly in conformity with the conditions established by the Commission. The Director of Development Services may, at his discretion, require that the revised map be submitted to the Commission for further review in any instance where the map is not clearly in conformity with such conditions. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2091 § 1,1984; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(4). Formerly 18.12.080). 18.12.120 Planning Commission — Determination. On the date set for consideration of the tentative map, the Commission shall approve the tentative map if it finds that the tentative map complies with the requirements of this chapter. If the Commission finds that the tentative map does not meet the requirements of this chapter, it shall conditionally approve or disapprove said map. In the coastal zone, the tentative map shall, in addition, meet the requirements of the certified local coastal program and not result in the creation of a parcel or lot proposed for development that is totally located within an environmentally sensitive habitat area or flood hazard area. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 2091 § 1,1984; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(5). Formerly 18.12.090). 18.12.125 Appeals from determinations — Procedure. In the event that the applicant or any interested party adversely affected by a determination is dissatisfied with any determination of the Planning Commission, the applicant or interested party may appeal to the Council by filing a statement in writing with the Director of Development Services stating the reasons for appeal within 10 business days following the determination. The matter shall be placed on the Council agenda and heard within 30 days of receipt of a valid application of appeal. 18.12.130 Planning Commission — Variance or suspension of requirements. In approving a tentative map, the Council may grant a suspension of any of the subdivision requirements set forth in Section 19.14.190 of Title 19. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.206. Formerly 18.12.120). 18.12.140 Planning Commission — Public hearing required when. In certain instances, Planning Commission shall hold a hearing on the tentative map prior to their determination. Those specific situations follow; A. If the Subdivision and Development Committee determines that a tentative map is possessed of sufficient public or community interest to justify the holding of a public hearing by the Commission prior to action being taken on the tentative map, it may request the Director of Development Services to set such hearing before Commission. B. If a suspension or variance is requested. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(6). Formerly 18.12.100). 18.12.150 Planning Commission — Public hearing — Notice. In the event that a public hearing is held, notice shall be mailed to the subdivider and to the owners of all property within 500 feet of the exterior boundaries of the property involved at least 10 days prior to the date of the hearing. The last known name and address of each owner as shown on the records of the county assessor may be used for the aforementioned notice. In the coastal zone, notice shall be given at least 10 calendar days before the public hearing of the time, date, and place of such hearing, including a general description of the area to be affected, and the street address, if any, of the property involved. Said notice shall be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation in the City. In addition, notice of the hearing shall be given by mail or delivery to all persons, including businesses, corporations, or other public and private entities, shown on the last equalized assessment roll as owning real property within 500 feet of the property that is the subject of the proposed change, as well as all residents within 100 feet of the property which is the subject of the proposed change, the California Coastal Commission, and any person who has filed a written request with the Director of Development Services. Such a request may be submitted at any time during the calendar year and shall apply for the balance of the calendar year. A reasonable fee may be imposed on persons requesting such notice for purpose of recovering the cost of such mailing. Substantial compliance with these provisions shall be sufficient, and technical failure to comply shall not affect the validity of any action taken pursuant to the procedures of this chapter or the certified local coastal program. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985. Formerly 18.12.105). 18.12.160Director of Development Services— Notice of determination. The Director of Development Services shall notify the subdivider, in writing, of the action taken by the Commission. In the coastal zone, the Director of Development Services shall provide notice within seven calendar days of the final decision on the application for a tentative map. Such notice shall include conditions of approval, if any, written findings to support the decision, and the procedures for filing an appeal to the Coastal Commission, if applicable, and shall be sent by first class mail to the subdivider, the Coastal Commission, and any person who specifically requested notice of final decisions on subdivision applications. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.205(7). Formerly 18.12.110). 18.12.170 Filing of approved or conditionally approved maps. One copy of the map and accompanying data, together with the Commission's report and a record of the Commission's action with conditions of approval, if any, shall be filed in the office of the Department of Development Services and retained until recordation of the final map or maps encompassing the total area included in the tentative map. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.207. Formerly 18.12.130). 18.12.180 Expiration of tentative map. The approved or conditionally approved tentative map shall expire in 36 months in accordance with the total authorized period of the present or as- amended requirements of Section 66452.6 of the Map Act, unless it is extended in accordance with the provisions of CVMC 18.12.190. Within such time period or the period of any extension thereof, the subdivider may cause a final map to be prepared and submitted to the City Engineer for approval or disapproval in accordance with the tentative map as approved or conditionally approved and in accordance with the Map Act and the provisions of this title. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2790, 1999; Ord. 2100 § 1,1985; Ord. 2008 § 1,1982; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.208. Formerly 18.12.140(A)). 18.12.190 Extension of tentative map — Application and hearing. The subdivider may request an extension of the approved or conditionally approved tentative map by written application to the Director of Development Services. Such application shall be filed at least 30, and not more than 90, calendar days before the approval or conditional approval is due to expire. The application shall state the reasons for the requested extension. The Director of Development Services shall determine whether a public hearing is required based on changing conditions in the area. After conducting a public hearing or reviewing the requested extension, the Commission may approve or deny the requested extension. An extension shall not exceed 24 months as provided in Section 66452.6(e) of the Map Act. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2790, 1999; Ord. 2100 § 1, 1985; Ord. 2008 § 1, 1982; Ord. 1369, 1971; prior code § 28.208. Formerly 18.12.140(6)). Chapter 18.13 VESTING TENTATIVE MAPS Sections: 18.13.010 Authority. 18.13.020 Filing and processing. 18.13.030 Rights conferred. 18.13.040 Consistency with zoning and General Plan. 18.13.050 Expiration of rights conferred. 18.13.060 Extension of time. 18.13.010 Authority. This chapter is enacted pursuant to the authority granted by Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 66498.1) of Division 2 of Title 7 of the Government Code of the state of California — Subdivision Map Act, and is intended to implement the provisions of that chapter. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2134 § 3, 1985). 18.13.020 Filing and processing. A. Whenever this title requires the filing of a tentative map for a residential development, the subdivider may file and have processed a vesting tentative map in the same manner and subject to the same requirements as a tentative map, except as provided in this chapter. B. At the time a vesting tentative map is filed, it shall have printed conspicuously on its face "vesting tentative map." C. In addition to the other information required by this title to be shown on or provided with a tentative map, a vesting tentative map shall show or be accompanied by the following information in a form satisfactory to the Director of Development Services and the City Engineer: 1. The height, bulk and location of proposed buildings. 2. The design and specifications of all public facilities including, but not limited to, on- and off -site sewer, water, drainage, roads, and other improvements. The subdivider shall submit detailed geological, drainage, flood control, soils, traffic, or other reports deemed necessary by the City Engineer or the Director of Development Services to permit complete review of the design and improvements for the subdivision. The subdivider, for subdivisions over five units, shall also submit a fiscal impact report prepared by an independent economic analyst, analyzing the projected impacts the development will have on services; the report shall include marketing information and a cost benefit analysis for the project. 3. Detailed final grading plans showing existing and proposed finished grades at two- foot intervals. 4. Information on the uses to which the buildings will be put and general architectural renderings of the buildings. 5. Detailed landscape plans. D. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this code to the contrary, all vesting tentative maps, regardless of the number of lots, shall be considered by the Commission after a report and recommendation by the Director of Development Services. E. A vesting tentative map shall not be approved or conditionally approved unless the Commission finds on the basis of studies and reports submitted by the subdivider that all public facilities necessary to serve the subdivision or mitigate any impacts created by the subdivision will be available for the entire time that the vesting tentative map is valid, plus any time during which the rights conferred by CVMC 18.13.030 exist. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2134 § 3, 1985). 18.13.030 Rights conferred. A. Approval or conditional approval of a vesting tentative map shall confer a right to proceed with residential development in substantial compliance with the ordinances, policies and standards described in Section 66474.2 of the Government Code. However, if Section 66474.2 is repealed, the approval shall confer a vested right to proceed with development in substantial compliance with the ordinances, policies and standards in effect at the time the vesting tentative map was approved or conditionally approved. Any disputes whether a development substantially complies with the approved or conditionally approved map, or with ordinances, policies or standards described in this subsection, shall be resolved by the Commission. B. Notwithstanding subsection (A) of this section, the permit or entitlement for development may be conditionally approved or denied if, at the time of the issuance of the permit approval or entitlement, it is determined by the issuing authority or the Commission on appeal that: 1. A failure to condition or deny the permit or entitlement would place the residents of the subdivision or of the immediate community or both in a condition dangerous to their health or safety; or 2. The condition or denial is required in order to comply with state or federal law. C. Notwithstanding subsection (A) of this section, the amount of any fees which are required to be paid either as a condition of the map approval or by operation of any law shall be determined by application of the law or policy in effect at the time the fee is paid. The amounts of the fees are not vested upon approval of the vesting tentative map. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2134 § 3, 1985). 18.13.040 Consistency with zoning and General Plan. No vesting tentative map shall be approved if the proposed map or the design or improvement of the proposed development is not consistent with the applicable general, specific or master plans or with applicable provisions of CVMC Title 19. If development of the project for which a vesting tentative map requires any permits or approvals pursuant to CVMC Title 19, those permits or approval shall be processed concurrently with the vesting tentative map. A vesting tentative map shall not be approved if all other discretionary permits or approvals have not been approved either prior to or concurrently with the approval of the map. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010; Ord. 2134 § 3, 1985). 18.13.050 Expiration of rights conferred. Unless extended pursuant to CVMC 18.13.060, a vesting tentative map shall expire one year from the date of approval or conditional approval, and all rights conferred by this section shall cease and the project shall be considered as the same as any subdivision which was not processed pursuant to this chapter if: A. A final map is not approved prior to the expiration of the vesting tentative map. B. The applicant has requested, and the City has approved, a change in the type, density, bulk or design of the development unless an amendment to the vesting tentative map has been approved. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010). 18.13.060 Extension of time. A. Upon the recordation of a final map for a vesting tentative map, the rights conferred by CVMC 18.13.030(A) shall continue for one year. Where several final maps are recorded on various phases of a project covered by a single vesting tentative map, this period shall begin for each phase when the final map for that phase is recorded. No phased final map shall be approved after a Vesting Tentative Map has expired. B. The time period set forth in subsection (A) of this section shall be automatically extended by any time used for processing a complete application for a grading permit if such processing exceeds 30 days from the date a complete application is accepted. C. The subdivider may apply to the Commission for an extension of the time period set forth in subsection (A) of this section no more than 90 days before such time period expires. An extension may be granted only if the Commission finds that the map still complies with the requirements of this chapter. Pursuant to Government Code 66452.6(e), the Planning Commission may approve, conditionally approve, or deny the extension in its sole discretion. D. If the subdivider submits a complete application for a building permit during the periods of time set forth in subsections (A) through (C) of this section, the rights referred to therein shall continue until the expiration of that building permit or any extension of that permit. E. Notwithstanding any provisions of this code to the contrary, the time for filing a final map for a vesting tentative map shall not be extended. Failure to file a final map within the time period established by this code for vesting tentative maps shall terminate all proceedings, and no final map for all or any part of the property included within the vesting tentative map shall be filed without first processing a new map pursuant to this title. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. C), 2010). 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