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:
A. 
The processing fee.
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.
2. 
Proposed boundaries.
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 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)