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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
I. RECITALS
WHEREAS, in February 2009, the Development Services Department initiated a
revii 11w of the City's development processes to determine what improvements could be
mace to reduce redundancy, administrative costs and processing timelines while not
sac ificing 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
terra 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
Co mittee ( "Oversight Committee "), comprised of developers, business owners,
co munity organizations, engineers, architects, and contractors was formed to work
withl, 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 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
Spe�ial 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
Commission for Tentative Map and Vesting Tentative Maps; and
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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"
A. Planning Commission Record on Project
WHEREAS, a hearing time and place was set by the Planning Commission for
con ideration of the Project and notice of said hearing, together with its purpose, was
giVE n by its publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the City, at least ten (10)
day prior to the hearing; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to
conoider said Project at the time and place as advertised, namely January 9, 2013 at 6
p.mi 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 hula Vista City Council approve an ordinance amending various sections of the
Chula Vista Municipal Code Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance) related to special events;
tem orary 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
proceedings; 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
new paper 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 ouncil Chambers at 276 Fourth Avenue to receive the recommendations of the
Planning Commission, and to hear public testimony with regard to the same; and
WHEREAS, after receiving said resolutions, and hearing staff presentation and
publ c 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
Eve ts); and Chapter 19.60, Section 19.60.500(C) (Temporary Promotional Signs),
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app oval of Tentative Maps and Vesting Tentative Maps by the Planning Commission
inst ad of the City Council; and
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Chula Vista City Council hereby ordains as
follows:
The amendments to Chula Vista Municipal Code: Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance); Title 19,
Chapter 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), and
Title 18 (Subdivisions) approval of Tentative Maps and Vesting Tentative Maps by the
Planning Commission instead of the City Council as represented in Exhibits "A" and "B"
of this Ordinance are necessary for the purpose of improving the existing development
revi fw process to reduce redundancy, administrative costs and processing timelines
while not sacrificing opportunities for early and often public input.
II. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE
The City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby approve the amendments to
Chula Vista Municipal Code Title 19 (Zoning Ordinance); Title 19, Chapter 19.58,
Sec ions 19.58.370(B) (Temporary Outside Sales); 19.58.380 (Special Events); and
Chapter 19.60, Section 19.60.500(C) (Temporary Promotional Signs), and Title 18
(Su divisions) approval of Tentative Maps and Vesting Tentative Maps by the Planning
Co mission instead of the City Council as represented respectively in Exhibits "A" and
"B" Of this Ordinance.
III. EFFECTIVE DATE
This ordinance shall
after its final adoption.
Pre0ented By:
take effect and be in full force on the thirtieth day from and
Gani Halbert, PE, AICP
Director of Development Services/
Assi taut City Manager
Exhibits:
Approved as to form by
Glen R. Googins
City Attorney
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Exhibit A: Amendments to CVMC Title 19 Chapter 19.58 (Uses), Sections
19. 8.370(B);19.58.380; and Chapter 19.60 (Signs) Section19.60.500(C)
Exhibit B: Amendments to CVMC Title 18 (Subdivisions)
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chula
Vist�, California, this , by the following vote:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
Councilmembers:
Councilmembers:
Councilmembers:
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Donna Norris, City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
CO NTY OF SAN DIEGO
CI OF CHULA VISTA
Cheryl Cox, Mayor
I, D nna Norris, City Clerk of Chula Vista, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Ord nance 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.
Executed this _ day of , 2013.
Donna Norris, City Clerk
Exhibit A
19.58.3T0 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, bu not exceeding seven consecutive days, may be permitted upon approval of a temporary outside sales
permit b� the Director of Development Services. Not more than six permits a year shall be issued to any one
Mines$ 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.
Applicat ons shall be submitted a minimum of 15 business days prior to the requested commencement date.
The app icant 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 wi I be conducted in a safe and proper manner and will not obstruct traffic or cause a hazardous condition
based o� 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.
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.
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).
19.58.380 Repealed
19.60.500 Sign rules — All commercial zones.
C. Tem orary 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
messac es on such signs will pertain to grand openings, change of business address, change of ownership
or lessee, 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
business having the event. The number and location of the signs shall not create a traffic hazard because
of the distractive character to motorists of any sign or the cumulative effect of all the signs on the lot, nor
shall any sign unreasonably obscure existing signs or adjacent properties. Only one freestanding sign shall
be allowed on each street frontage; such sign shall not be more than eight feet in height or contain more
than 40 square feet of sign area. Pennants may be used only for safety and precautionary purposes. Price
signs ay be used but shall not exceed 12 by 16 inches. Excluding price signs, the total area of all
promoti nal signage shall not exceed two square feet of lineal street frontage of the sales area.
Chapter 18.12
TENTATIVE MAPS*
Sections:
Exhibit B
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
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.
j 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 manua
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
j 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 § 28205(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
j boundaries and/or streets of a proposed subdivision be flagged at the site to facilitate any
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field review of the Commission. The Commission shall report, in writing, on the map of any
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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
j 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.
j 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.
j 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.
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
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 architectura
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).