This chapter establishes improvement standards for subdivisions, and requirements for the review and approval of improvement plans, the installation of improvements, agreements and guarantees for their installation, and requirements for dedications of land or payment in lieu of fees, and the placement of survey monuments within subdivisions.
(Prior code § 18.10.010; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
A. 
Conditions of Approval. The applicable subdivision improvement and dedication requirements of this chapter and any other improvements and dedications required by the review body in compliance with Sections 18.02.200 et seq., of this title shall be described in conditions of approval adopted for each approved tentative map.
B. 
Oversizing of Improvements. At the discretion of the review body, improvements required to be installed by the subdivider for the benefit of the subdivision may also be required to provide supplemental size, capacity, number, or length for the benefit of property not within the subdivision, and may be required to be dedicated to the city, as provided by Article 6, Chapter 3 of the Map Act.
(Prior code § 18.10.020; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
A. 
Applicability of Improvement Standards. Where required by the conditions of approval of a tentative map, the provisions of this chapter or other provisions of this title, the design, construction or installation of physical improvements in subdivisions, including drainage facilities and easements, grading, erosion and sedimentation control, landscaping, public utilities and utility easements, streets, sewage disposal facilities, street lighting, and water supply facilities shall be in accordance with the requirements of the city engineer.
B. 
Extent of Improvements Required. As required by Article 1, Chapter 1 of the Map Act, improvements required for subdivisions of four or fewer parcels shall be limited to the dedication of rights-of-way, easements, and the construction of reasonable offsite and onsite improvements for the parcels being created.
(Prior code § 18.10.100; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
A. 
Drainage Systems Required. Subdivisions shall be provided storm drainage facilities as required by this section, and as required by Section 18.10.150 of this chapter.
1. 
Performance and Capacity. Subdivisions shall be designed to provide drainage systems to carry storm run-off both tributary to and originating within the subdivision to approved points of discharge, determined to be necessary by the city engineer on the basis of information and recommendations provided by the engineer for the subdivider. Drainage facilities shall be designed for a flood frequency of ten years with no head. Drainage system design shall avoid unnatural concentrations of storm water runoff and maintain existing drainage courses wherever possible.
2. 
Culverts. The minimum culvert size placed beneath a public street shall be 18 inches. Culverts shall be made of reinforced concrete, and placed at the grade of the drainage channel whenever practical. Minimum allowable culvert grade shall be two percent under normal circumstances. Minimum allowable open ditch grade shall be 0.5 percent.
3. 
Location of Facilities. Drainage facilities shall be located within a street right-of-way or within public drainage easements.
4. 
Timing of Installation. Any drainage structures required for the individual parcels of a subdivision shall be installed at the same time as drainage structures within street rights-of-way and other subdivision improvements.
B. 
Drainage Easements. Required drainage systems shall be located within drainage easements delineated on the final map or parcel map, and the easements shall satisfy the following standards. Drainage easements to be dedicated to the Santa Barbara County flood control district, shall instead comply with the standards of that agency.
1. 
Offer of Dedication. Drainage easements shall be offered for dedication.
2. 
Alignment of Easements. The alignment of drainage easements shall conform to the meandering of the natural watercourse or to the alignment approved for the drainage system.
3. 
Width of Easements.
a. 
Natural Channels. The width of drainage easements for natural channels shall be sufficient to include the high water marks, plus five feet on either side, but in no case less than 20 feet.
b. 
Constructed Channels. The minimum width of any drainage easement for a closed conduit system shall be ten feet and the minimum width for any open system shall be 20 feet.
c. 
Service Roads. For any conduit exceeding 30 inches in diameter, or any open ditch with a top width exceeding 12 feet, a twelve-foot service road shall be improved within the drainage easement.
4. 
Natural Watercourses. Drainage easements shall be provided for all natural watercourses.
5. 
Downstream Property. Where a subdivision causes an increase in and the unnatural concentration of surface waters onto adjacent private or public property, the subdivider shall obtain an easement for drainage purposes across such property of sufficient width and shall improve the easement in a manner adequate to convey the runoff to an approved point of disposal. If the owner of the affected property agrees to accept the increased run-off concentration of surface water and such agreement has been recorded, an easement shall not be required.
(Prior code § 18.10.110; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
New subdivisions shall be designed so that all proposed grading incorporates appropriate erosion and sedimentation control measures as well as conforms to all other applicable provisions of the city of Buellton Grading Ordinance, in Title 8 of this code.
(Prior code § 18.10.120; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
Residential subdivisions shall be provided landscaping in the form of street trees on each proposed parcel, and landscaping with irrigation facilities for any common areas or other open space areas within the subdivision. The improvements may be deferred until the development of the subdivided lots through the provisions of Section 18.10.500 of this chapter.
(Prior code § 18.10.130; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
Public utilities including electricity, gas, and communication services, shall be installed as part of the improvements within all subdivisions as provided by this section. The installation of utilities may be waived by the review body through the exception process (Section 18.02.530) if the review body finds not installing the utilities as part of the subdivision improvements to be in the public interest.
A. 
Underground Utilities Required. Utilities in new subdivisions shall be installed underground, as follows:
1. 
When Undergrounding Is Required. All existing and proposed utility distribution facilities (including, but not limited to, electric, communication and cable television lines) installed in and for the purpose of supplying service to any subdivision, except for equipment appurtenant to underground facilities, such as surface mounted transformers, pedestal mounted terminal boxes and meter cabinets, and concealed ducts.
The subdivider is responsible for complying with the requirements of this section and shall make the necessary arrangements with the utility companies involved for the installation of said facilities. The review body may waive the requirements of this section if topographical, soil, or any other conditions make underground installation unreasonable or impractical.
2. 
Location of Installation. Underground utility lines may be installed within street rights-of-way or along any lot line. When installed within street rights-of-way, their location and method of installation, insofar as it affects other improvements within the street right-of-way, shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer.
3. 
Timing of Installation. All underground utilities, water lines, sanitary sewers, and storm drains installed in streets, shall be constructed before the streets are surfaced. Connections to all underground utilities, water lines, and sanitary sewers shall be laid to sufficient lengths to avoid the need for disturbing the street improvements when service connections are made.
B. 
Utility Easements.
1. 
Minimum Width. The minimum width of easements for public or private utilities, sanitary sewers, or water distribution systems shall be 15 feet.
2. 
Overhead Lines. Easements for overhead utility lines shall be located at the rear of lots where practical, and along the side of lots where necessary. Where practical, the poles supporting overhead lines shall not be installed within any street, alley, or easement designated exclusively for drainage purposes.
(Prior code § 18.10.140; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
Public and private road improvements shall be provided in new subdivisions in compliance with the requirements of the city engineer.
(Prior code § 18.10.150; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
A proposed subdivision shall be designed to provide for connection to the city's sewage collection, treatment and disposal system. If any part of the system is to be installed within a street right-of-way, the system location and construction specifications shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer.
(Prior code § 18.10.160; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
A proposed subdivision shall incorporate street lighting facilities designed and constructed to the standards established by the local electricity provider.
(Prior code § 18.10.170; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
Water mains and services shall be installed to serve each lot in a proposed subdivision and connected to the city's water system. If any part of the water system is to be installed within a street right-of-way, the system location, including valve boxes, meter boxes, and fire hydrants and the system construction specifications shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer, and the location of fire hydrants shall also be approved by the city fire department.
(Prior code § 18.10.180; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
After the approval of a tentative map, the subdivider shall diligently proceed to complete any work necessary to fulfill the conditions of approval. Before the construction of any improvements, the subdivider shall submit plans to the city as follows:
A. 
Preparation and Content. Improvement plans shall be prepared by a registered civil engineer. Improvement plan submittals shall include the following information:
1. 
Any drawings, specifications, calculations, design reports and other information required by the city engineer.
2. 
Drainage plans for the entire subdivision.
3. 
The improvement plan/specification checking and construction inspection fees required by the city fee resolution.
B. 
Submittal of Plans. Improvement plans shall be submitted to the city engineer for review and approval. Upon the approval of improvement plans in compliance with subsection C of this section, the subdivider shall also submit a detailed cost estimate of all improvements to the city engineer, which shall include a 15% contingency factor.
C. 
Review and Approval.
1. 
Responsibility for Review. The responsibility for the review and approval of improvement plans is assigned to the city engineer.
2. 
Time Limits. Improvement plans shall be acted on within 60 working days of submittal, except that at least 15 working days shall be provided for processing any resubmitted improvement plan. The 60 working day period shall not include any days during which the improvement plans are returned to the subdivider for correction, has been subject to review by an agency other than a city department or, following such review, has been returned to the subdivider for correction. The time limits established by this section may be extended by the mutual consent of the city engineer and the subdivider.
D. 
Effect of Approval. The approval of improvement plans shall be required before approval of a final or parcel map. The approval of improvement plans shall not bind the city to accept the improvements nor waive any defects in the improvements as installed.
(Prior code § 18.10.300; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
Subdivision improvements required as conditions of approval of tentative maps in compliance with this chapter (see Section 18.10.020) shall be installed as provided by this section.
A. 
Timing of Improvements. Required improvements shall be constructed or otherwise installed only after the approval of improvement plans as provided by Section 18.10.300 of this chapter, and before the approval of a parcel or final map in compliance with Sections 18.04.140 or 18.04.230 of this title, except where:
1. 
Improvements are deferred in compliance with Section 18.10.500 of this chapter; or
2. 
Improvements are required as conditions on the approval of a subdivision of four or fewer lots, in which case construction of the improvements shall be required:
a. 
Only when a permit for development of an affected parcel is issued by the department; or
b. 
At the time the construction of the improvements is required in compliance with an agreement between the subdivider and the city, as set forth in Section 18.10.500 of this chapter; or
c. 
At the time set forth in a condition of approval, when the review body finds that fulfillment of the construction requirements by such time is necessary for public health and safety, or because the required construction is a necessary prerequisite to the orderly development of the surrounding area.
B. 
Inspection of Improvements. The construction and installation of required subdivision improvements shall occur as follows:
1. 
Supervision. Before starting any work, the contractor engaged by the subdivider shall designate in writing an authorized representative who shall have the authority to represent and act for the contractor in contacts with the city. The designated representative shall be present at the work site at all times while work is in progress. At times when work is suspended, arrangements acceptable to the city engineer shall be made for any emergency work that may be required.
2. 
Inspection Procedures.
a. 
Access to Site and Materials. The city engineer shall have access to the work site at all times during construction, and shall be furnished with every reasonable facility for verifying that the materials and workmanship are in accordance with the approved improvement plans.
b. 
Authority for Approval. The work done and all materials furnished shall be subject to the inspection and approval of the city engineer. The inspection of the work or materials shall not relieve the contractor of any obligations to fulfill the work as prescribed.
c. 
Improper Work or Materials. Work or materials not meeting the requirements of the approved plans and specifications may be rejected, regardless of whether the work or materials were previously inspected by the city engineer. In the event that the city engineer determines that subdivision improvements are not being constructed as required by the approved plans and specifications, he or she shall order the work stopped and shall inform the contractor of the reasons for stopping work and the corrective measures necessary to resume work. Any work done after issuance of a stop-work order shall be a violation of this title.
3. 
Notification for Required Inspections. The city engineer shall make such inspections as he or she deems necessary and shall be notified 24 hours in advance of any required inspection. The minimum required inspections are as follows:
a. 
The inspection of clearing and grubbing work before grading operations are started in any cut or fill areas;
b. 
The inspection and compaction testing of subgrade before the placing of road sub-base, base, and surfacing;
c. 
The inspection of storm drain, sewer pipe and water pipe installation and backfill, including compaction testing;
d. 
The inspection and compaction testing of sub-base and base before paving;
e. 
The inspection of all penetration treatment, seal coat, and paving while the work is in progress;
f. 
The inspection of concrete forms;
g. 
The inspection of concrete while being placed; and
h. 
Final inspection.
(Prior code § 18.10.400; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
A subdivider may file a final map or parcel map before completion of all the improvements required by this title and conditions of approval of the tentative map, only when the subdivider first obtains council approval of a subdivision improvement agreement executed and submitted for council review by the subdivider, and provides the city performance security as required by this section. Improvement agreements and required security shall also comply with Chapter 5 of the Map Act.
A. 
Contents of Improvement Agreement. A subdivision improvement agreement shall be submitted on a form provided by the city engineer and approved by city attorney and shall include the following provisions:
1. 
Description of Improvements. A description of all improvements to be completed by the subdivider, with reference to the approved subdivision improvement plans.
2. 
Time Limit for Construction. The period within which all required improvements will be completed to the satisfaction of the city engineer.
3. 
Completion by City. Provide that if the subdivider fails to complete all required improvements within the specified time, the city may elect to complete the improvements and recover the full cost and expenses thereof from the subdivider or the surety, including any attorney and legal fees associated with enforcement of the agreement. Such costs and expenses may be recorded as a lien against all parcels within the subdivision.
4. 
Surety Requirement. Require the subdivider to secure the agreement by furnishing security to insure full and faithful performance, as specified in subsection B of this section. The amount of surety shall be based on an engineer's cost estimate submitted by the subdivider as provided by Section 18.10.300(B) of this chapter and approved by the city engineer. The total cost of improvements to be guaranteed shall be as provided in the approved engineer's cost estimate.
5. 
Phased Construction. Provisions for the construction of improvements in units, at the option of the subdivider.
6. 
Time Extensions. Provisions for an extension of time under conditions specified therein, at the option of the subdivider, consistent with the requirements of subsection E of this section.
7. 
Progress Payments or Partial Release. Provide for progress payments from surety deposits or partial release of agreement surety, at the option of the subdivider, consistent with the requirements of subsection D of this section; provided that no progress payment or partial release shall be construed to be acceptance by the city of any portion of the required improvements or any defective work or improper materials.
B. 
Security Required to Guarantee Improvements. A subdivision improvement agreement or a subdivision road maintenance and repair agreement shall be secured by adequate surety in a form approved as to form and sufficiency by the city attorney, as follows:
1. 
Type of Security. Subdivision improvements agreements shall be secured by all of the following:
a. 
A guarantee for "Faithful Performance," in the amount of 100% of the engineer's estimate.
b. 
A guarantee for "Materials and Labor," in the amount of 100% of the engineer's estimate.
2. 
Form of Security. The required surety shall be in one of the following forms:
a. 
Bond or bonds executed by one or more duly authorized corporate sureties.
b. 
A cash deposit, cashiers check, or certified check deposited with the city.
c. 
An instrument of credit or letter of credit from one or more financial institutions subject to regulation by the state or federal government pledging that funds necessary to carry out the act or agreement are on deposit and guaranteed for payment.
C. 
Release of Security. The security furnished by the subdivider shall be released as provided by Chapter 5 of the Map Act.
D. 
Progress Payments or Partial Release. No progress payment or partial release of surety shall be made except when the city engineer has certified that the work required to qualify for such payment or release has been satisfactorily completed and the payment or release has also been approved by the council by at least four-fifths vote. No certificate given, progress payment made, or release of surety, except the final certificate of acceptance, shall be considered as any evidence of the performance of the agreement either wholly or in part. There will be no partial acceptance of any improvements.
E. 
Time Extensions. An extension of time for completion of improvements under a subdivision improvement agreement pursuant shall be granted by the council only as follows:
1. 
Public Works Report. The city engineer notifies the council that the subdivider is proceeding to do the work required with reasonable diligence and has given satisfactory evidence of being able and willing to complete all required work within the time of the requested extension.
2. 
Agreement by Sureties. The sureties agree in writing to extend for the additional period of time at the original amount of the bond or other surety, or if recommended by the city engineer, at an increased amount.
3. 
Council Action. The council approves the extension by at least a four-fifths vote. As a condition of granting a time extension, the council may impose whatever additional requirements the council deems reasonable to protect the public interest.
F. 
Acceptance of Improvements. Before acceptance for maintenance or final approval by the council of subdivision improvements, the city engineer shall verify that the improvement work has been completed in substantial compliance with the approved plans and specifications.
(Prior code § 18.10.500; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
A proposed subdivision shall be required to comply with the requirements of following Section 18.10.610 of this chapter regarding the dedication of land or payment of fees in lieu of dedication for the purposes specified, in addition to any dedication required for the subdivision improvements specified by Sections 18.10.100 et seq., of this chapter.
(Prior code § 18.10.600; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
A. 
Purpose. The purpose of this section is to provide for the dedication of land and/or the payment of fees to the city for park and recreational purposes as a condition of the approval of a tentative map. This section is enacted as authorized by the provisions of Article 3, Chapter 4 of the Map Act, also known as the "Quimby Act."
B. 
Applicability.
1. 
Land Dedication and/or Fee Payment Required. As a condition of tentative map approval, the subdivider shall dedicate land and/or pay a fee as required by this section for the purpose of developing new or rehabilitating existing park or recreation facilities to serve the subdivision.
2. 
Exemptions. The provisions of this section do not apply to industrial or commercial subdivisions, condominium projects or stock cooperatives which consist of the subdivision of airspace in an existing apartment building which is more than five years old when no new dwelling units are added, or to any other subdivisions exempted by Map Act Section 66477.
C. 
Amount of Parkland Required. Based on the policies of the parks and recreation element of the general plan, it is found and determined that the public interest, convenience, health, safety, and welfare require that .0132 acres of property per dwelling unit be devoted to neighborhood and community park and recreational purposes, exclusive of and in addition to school lands used cooperatively for recreational purposes. The acres per dwelling unit factor is based on five required park and recreation acres per 1,000 persons, in accordance with the general plan, and the average city population density of 2.63 persons per dwelling unit as determined by the 1990 Census.
D. 
Land Dedication Formula. The amount of acreage required to be dedicated by a residential subdivider for park and recreational purposes shall be based upon the number of dwelling units expected in the subdivision and shall be computed on the basis of 0.132 acres required per dwelling unit.
E. 
Formula for Fees in Lieu of Land. When a fee is to be paid in lieu of land dedication, the amount of the fee shall be based on the projected cost of developing the amount of land required by subsection D of this section for recreational purposes. The council shall, from time to time, determine the current average cost of developing one acre of parkland within the city.
The subdivider shall pay a fee determined by multiplying the cost, by the number of dwellings in the subdivision, by .0132.
The fee amount required in lieu of land dedication shall be based on the fee schedule in effect when the subdivider: applies for building permits for subdivisions creating five or more parcels; or records the parcel or final map for subdivisions creating four or fewer parcels.
F. 
Criteria for Requiring Dedication and Fees. In subdivisions of over 50 lots, the city may require the subdivider to dedicate both land and pay a fee, as follows:
1. 
Determination of Land or Fee. Whether the city accepts land dedication or elects to require payment of a fee in lieu thereof, or a combination of both, shall be determined by consideration of the following:
a. 
The parks and recreation element of the general plan and any applicable specific plans, and the compatibility of dedication with such plans.
b. 
Topography, geology, access, size, shape and the location of land in the subdivision available for dedication.
c. 
Feasibility of dedication.
d. 
Availability of previously acquired park property.
2. 
Fees Only. Only the payment of fees shall be required in subdivisions of 50 parcels or less.
3. 
Procedure for Determining Land or Fee. The review body shall determine whether the subdivider shall dedicate land, pay in-lieu fees, or provide a combination of both, at the time of tentative map approval. The determination of the review body shall be based on a report and recommendation from the director. The recommendation by the director and the action of the review body shall consider the factors in subsection (F)(1) of this section, and shall include the following:
a. 
The amount of land required.
b. 
Whether a fee shall be charged in lieu of land.
c. 
Whether land and a fee shall be required, and/or that a stated amount of credit be given for private recreation facilities.
d. 
The location of the park land to be dedicated or use of in-lieu fees.
e. 
The approximate time when development of the park or recreation facility shall commence.
The determination of the city as to whether land shall be dedicated, or whether a fee shall be charged, or a combination thereof, shall be final and conclusive.
4. 
Formula for Land and Fees. When both land dedication and fee payment are required, they shall be subject to the following formula:
a. 
When only a portion of the land to be subdivided is proposed in the parks and recreation element or applicable specific plan as the site for a local park, such portion shall be dedicated for local park purposes and a fee computed as provided by subsection E of this section shall be paid for any additional land that would have been required to be dedicated by subsection D of this section.
b. 
When a major part of the local park or recreational site has been acquired by the city and only a small portion of land is needed from the subdivision to complete the site, the remaining portion shall be dedicated, and a fee computed as provided by subsection E of this section shall be paid in an amount equal to the value of the land that would otherwise have been required to be dedicated by subsection D of this section. Such fees shall be used for the improvement of the existing park or recreational facility serving the subdivision.
5. 
Credit for Improvements. If the subdivider provides park and recreational improvements on dedicated land, the value of the improvements together with any installed equipment shall be a credit against the required fees or land.
6. 
Credit for Private Recreation or Open Space. Where a substantial private park and recreational area is provided in a proposed subdivision, and will be privately owned and maintained by the future residents of the subdivision, partial credit, not to exceed 75%, may be given against the requirement of land dedication or payment of fees in lieu thereof if the review body finds in writing that all the following standards are met:
a. 
That yards, court areas, setbacks, and other open areas required to be maintained by the zoning and building ordinances and regulations shall not be included in the computation of the private open space.
b. 
That the private ownership and maintenance of the open space is adequately provided for by recorded written agreement, conveyances, or restrictions.
c. 
That the use of the private open space is restricted for park and recreational purposes by recorded covenants, which run with the land in favor of the future owners of property and which cannot be defeated or eliminated without the consent of the city.
d. 
That the proposed private open space is usable for active recreation.
e. 
That facilities proposed for the open space are in substantial compliance with the provisions of the parks and recreation element.
G. 
Conveyance of Land, Payment of Fees. Real property being dedicated for park purposes shall be conveyed by grant deed in fee simple absolute to the city by the subdivider, free and clear of all encumbrances except those which, in the opinion of city attorney, will not interfere with use of the property for park and recreational purposes, and which the city agrees to accept. Required deeds for the dedication of land and/or the amount of required fees shall be deposited with the city at the time of submittal of a parcel or final map. The deeds and/or fees shall be held by the city until the map is recorded, withdrawn by the subdivider, or the time for recordation expires. The subdivider shall provide all fees and instruments required to convey the land, and title insurance in favor of the city in an amount equal to the value of the land.
H. 
Use of Collected Fees. Fees collected in compliance with this section shall be used only for the purpose of providing new or rehabilitating existing park or recreational facilities reasonably related to serving the proposed subdivision. Any fees collected shall be committed within five years after payment, or issuance of building permits on one-half of the lots created by the subdivision, whichever occurs later. If the fees are not committed, they shall be distributed and paid to the then record owners of the subdivision in the same proportion that the size of their lot bears to the total area of all lots within the subdivision.
(Prior code § 18.10.610; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
A. 
Offers of Dedication Required. As a condition of tentative map approval, the subdivider shall dedicate or make an irrevocable offer of dedication in fee simple of all land within the subdivision that is determined by the review body to be needed for public streets and alleys, including access rights and abutters' rights; drainage; public greenways; scenic easements, public utility easements; and any other necessary public easements.
B. 
Improvements. The subdivider shall improve or agree to improve all streets and alleys, including access rights and abutters' rights; and drainage, public utility and other public easements in accordance with design and improvement standards within this chapter or as may be adopted by resolution of the council.
C. 
Rights-of-Way, Generally. Rights-of-way shall be of sufficient size to accommodate the required improvements. In addition, where parcels front on a city-maintained road of insufficient width, or when the existing right-of-way is not deeded, the subdivider shall dedicate right-of-way sufficient for the ultimate facility. Dedications on remainder parcels that are not at the smallest lot area allowed under present zoning will not be required unless necessary for orderly development of the area or public health and safety.
D. 
Bicycle Paths. If the subdivision, as shown on the final map, contains 200 or more parcels, any subdivider who is required to dedicate roadways to the public, shall dedicate additional land for bicycle paths for the use and safety of the residents of the subdivision.
E. 
Transit Facilities. Dedications in fee simple or irrevocable offers of dedication of land within the subdivision will be required for local transit facilities such as bus turnouts, benches, shelters, landing paths and similar items that directly benefit the residents of the subdivision if:
1. 
The subdivision as shown on the tentative map has the potential for 200 dwelling units or more if developed to the maximum density shown in the general plan; and
2. 
The review body finds that transit services are or will, within a reasonable time period, be available to the subdivision.
F. 
Alternative Transportation Systems. Whenever the subdivision falls within an area designated for the development of bikeways, hiking or equestrian trails in the general plan, applicable specific plan, or implementing legislation, the subdivider shall dedicate such land as is necessary and feasible to provide for such ways.
(Prior code § 18.10.620; Ord. 94-16, 1994)
Survey monuments shall be set for all new subdivisions requiring a parcel map or final map by the engineer or surveyor, as set forth in this section. All such monuments shall conform with the provisions of Article 9, Chapter 4 of the Map Act, the California Land Surveyors Act and the following standards:
A. 
Location of Monuments. Permanent ferrous survey monuments shall be set in the following locations:
1. 
At all angle points on the exterior boundary of the subdivision.
2. 
At all parcel and lot corners and at the beginning and ending of all property line curves, except that in a parcel subdivision or minor subdivision creating parcels each with a gross area of 20 acres or more, a permanent ferrous monument shall be set at the major parcel corners and at the intersection of all property lines with the side lines of all street easements.
3. 
When concrete curb and gutters are proposed or required to be constructed as part of the subdivision improvements, a permanent survey monument approved by the city engineer shall be set at the intersection of all street centerlines.
4. 
If the exterior boundary of the subdivision or any lot or parcel line is at a location where setting a monument is impractical, a reference monument shall be set in a manner and location satisfactory to the city engineer.
5. 
All tract boundary corners shall be two-inch diameter pipe with cap and set in concrete.
B. 
Timing of Monument Installation. The exterior boundary of the subdivision shall be completely monumented or referenced before the final map or parcel map is submitted to the city engineer for filing. Interior monuments need not be set at the time the final map or parcel map is filed if the engineer or survey-or certifies on the map that the monuments will be set on or before a specified later date, and if the subdivider furnishes the city a bond, instrument of credit, or cash deposit in a sufficient amount to guarantee payment of the cost of setting the monuments in accordance with Section 66496 of the Map Act.
C. 
Notice of Completion. Within five days after the final setting of all monuments has been completed, the engineer or surveyor shall give written notice to the subdivider and the city engineer that the final monuments have been set. Verification of payment to the engineer or surveyor shall be filed as required by Article 9, Chapter 4 of the Map Act. The cost of setting monuments shall be included in the engineer's estimate for improvements in compliance with Section 18.10.500(B)(1) of this chapter. If requested, this amount of the bond may be released upon verification of the setting of the monuments by the city engineer.
(Prior code § 18.10.700; Ord. 94-16, 1994)