A "lot line adjustment," pursuant to Government
Code Section 66412(d), is a change or changes in the boundaries between
four or fewer existing adjoining parcels, where the land taken from
one parcel is added to an adjoining parcel, and where a greater number
of parcels is not thereby created. A lot line adjustment is not a
subdivision of real property and is not subject to the other chapters
of this title provided no easements of record are affected by the
adjustment.
The lot line adjustment application processing fee shall be
as set by City Council resolution from time to time.
Where a change or changes in the boundaries of more than four
parcels is sought, the applicant shall file a parcel map application.
In addition to any requirements imposed elsewhere in this title, said
parcel map shall adequately and clearly show the following, the existing
boundaries of all parcels affected; the proposed boundaries and the
location of all structures with dimensions to boundaries, easements,
roads, fences, wells, on-site septic systems, sewage disposal facilities,
storm drainage systems, and other significant features.
(Ord. 2006-03 § 2)
No record of survey map shall be required for a lot line adjustment,
unless such map is required pursuant to
Business and Professions Code
Section 8762.
A lot line adjustment in accordance with this section shall
be reflected in a deed which shall be recorded within 365 calendar
days of boundary line adjustment approval by the City. The deed shall
make specific reference to the resolution and date of approval by
City. (Section 66412)
(Ord. 2006-03 § 2)
Whenever a proposed lot line adjustment requires the relocation
of existing utilities, easements, rights-of-way, or public improvements,
a record of survey or parcel map which shows all such relocations
shall be recorded. No tentative map will be required for any parcel
map required by this section. An alternative method of abandonment
and re-dedication of easements or rights-of-way may be followed subject
to the prior approval of the City Attorney.
(Ord. 2006-03 § 2)
Applicants for a boundary line adjustment shall submit a completed
application including three copies of any maps or drawings to the
City Engineer. The City Engineer shall notify the applicant if the
application is incomplete within 30 days. The City Engineer shall
transmit copies of the application and maps to the Planning Director
and the City Building Official. If an existing easement is involved,
the applicant(s) shall present, with the application, proof of approval
of all public utilities affected. Applicants shall also submit at
the time of application:
B. A preliminary
title report covering all parcels affected.
C. Drawings
of the proposed lot line adjustment that adequately and clearly shows
the following:
1. Existing
boundaries of all parcels affected.
3. Location
of all structures with dimensions to boundaries, easements, roads,
fences, wells, on-site septic systems, sewage disposal facilities,
storm drainage systems, and other significant features.
4. All
easements to remain, be relocated, or abandoned.
5. Drawing
shall be to scale and show approximate distances of all lines.
6. Estimated
area of existing and adjusted parcels to the nearest 0.01 acre.
(Ord. 2006-03 § 2)
The City Engineer shall review and approve, conditionally approve,
or disapprove all applications for lot line adjustments.
(Ord. 2006-03 § 2)
The City Engineer shall be the "decision making body" pursuant to Title
14 of the
California Code of Regulations Section 15356 for the purposes of CEQA review for projects that are solely lot line adjustments, so long as an environmental impact report is not required. In conjunction with these responsibilities, the City Engineer shall hold those hearings as may be required by law.
(Ord. 2006-03 § 2)