The tentative map shall be prepared by a registered civil engineer or licensed surveyor.
(a)
The tentative map shall be clearly and legibly drawn; it shall be drawn to an engineer's scale large enough to show all information but not smaller than one inch equals one hundred feet.
(b)
When the area to be subdivided is shown on more than one sheet, a map showing the entire area and indicating street and lot lines only shall be required as part of the tentative map submissions.
(c)
The tentative map shall contain the following information:
(1)
The subdivision number, the type of subdivision, and may contain such name as may be selected by the subdivider.
(3)
Topographical contours showing accurately the existing terrain within the subdivision. Contour interval shall not be greater than two feet (2') if the ground slope is less than ten percent (10%) nor larger than ten feet (10') for ground slopes greater than ten percent (10%), and at such intervals that the contour lines will not be spread more than one hundred fifty feet (150') (ground distance) apart. Elevations shall be in accord with U. S. Geological Survey (1929 Sea Level Datum).
(4)
Existing drainage channels, roads, culverts, overhead and underground utility lines which may affect the design of the subdivision, wells and springs, major structures, irrigation ditches, utility poles, and other improvements in their correct location.
(5)
The outline of existing slides, slips, slump areas, and the approximate boundaries of areas subject to inundation or storm water overflows and the location, width, approximate grade, direction of flow and type of facility of all existing water courses.
(6)
The edges of pavements of existing paved roads, driveways, and the edges of existing traveled ways within public rights-of-way and easements or within private common rights-of-way.
(7)
Location of existing property lines of the subdivision, sufficient description to define the location and boundaries of the proposed subdivision, and approximate boundaries of existing easements within the subdivision, with the names of the owners of record, of easements, exclusions, and the properties abutting the subdivision.
(8)
Existing sewers, culverts or other underground structures within the tract and immediately adjacent thereto with pipe sizes, grades, and locations indicated.
(9)
Existing use or uses of the property and, to scale, the outline of any existing buildings and their locations in relation to existing or proposed street and lot lines.
(10)
Statement or plan as to proposed plans for draining the area subject to flooding or inundation by waters flowing into or from the subdivision.
(11)
Delineation of the plan for drainage and for handling storm water.
(12)
Statement or delineation of the water system to be installed, including source of water supply and the approximate locations of proposed water storage and pumping facilities, if any.
(13)
Delineation of the proposed sewage collection system and statement of the provision for sewage disposal.
(14)
The locations, names, widths, approximate proposed grades and gradients, radius of curves along property lines, typical cross-sections and details of curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and other improvements of all streets and easements.
(15)
Typical geometric sections for streets showing pavement width, curbs, sidewalks, grading in marginal strips slopes of cuts and fills, and other construction proposed or applicable.
(16)
The approximate width and location of all proposed easements for drainage, sewerage, public utilities and access; a description of the type or design of electric and telephone utility lines; and all building and use restrictions pertaining to such easements or facilities.
(17)
The proposed lot and street layout with scaled dimensions of each lot.
(18)
Size of smallest lot in the subdivision.
(19)
Description and location and Existing elevation of an established bench mark and of other bench marks within the immediate vicinity.
(20)
If to be developed in increments, indication of the approximate sequence of development by units.
(21)
Date, north arrow and scale.
(22)
The locations, names and existing widths of adjacent streets, highways and ways.
(23)
Vicinity map drawn on the map at a small scale which shows the proposed subdivision, surrounding areas, existing development, streets and highways, creeks, railroads and other data sufficient to locate the proposed subdivision and show its relation to community development.
(24)
Proposed public areas, if any.
(25)
Boundary lines of existing land use zones and, if different the proposed land use zones.
(26)
A notation stating the proposed variations, if any, from the requirements of the subdivision ordinance.
(27)
A notation stating the concurrent submittals accompanying the tentative map.
The tentative map shall be accompanied by the following data, which shall be submitted at the time the map is filed:
(a)
Proposed use or uses of the property.
(b)
A description of the proposed subdivision, including the number of lots, their average and minimum size, and nature of development.
(c)
A general description of the improvements proposed.
(d)
The proposed method of maintenance of private streets and/or common areas, if any.
(e)
An outline of any proposed deed restrictions.
(f)
A list of accompanying or proposed applications to the City that will be required by other city ordinances to construct the subdivision and use and occupy the proposed buildings.
(g)
When the subdivision proposes a variation from the requirements of this Chapter or of any other applicable city ordinance, or is not in conformity with the general or specific plans of the city, a written statement and other supporting material as may be reasonably required by the City to justify the proposed variation.
(h)
Five (5) copies of a report of a site reconnaissance by a soil engineer regarding slide conditions, existing or anticipated; geologic features topography; or soil conditions, within or immediately adjoining the proposed development and their effect on the design and layout of the proposed subdivision.
(i)
When a tentative map is filed on an area which is a part of a larger single ownership which may be subdivided in the future, and there is no specific area plan or the proposed subdivision deviates from the existing area plan the submission of a sketch showing the proposed future development may be required.
(j)
Submission of five (5) copies of a preliminary grading and site development plan, including drainage, may be required.
(k)
Such other information and data as may be required by the Director of Planning.
Fifteen (15) copies of the tentative map and the accompanying data and such additional number of copies as may be required, shall be filed with the Planning Department together with a filing fee as ;et by resolution of the City Council. Within two working days after the tentative map has been received, the Planning Department shall examine the map and accompanying data and if they appear to substantially comply with the requirements of this Chapter as to form and accepted for filing. The time of filing shall be the time at which it is so accepted.
If it is not accepted it shall be returned to the subdivider with a written statement of the reason for nonacceptance.
The planning Department shall forward copies of the tentative map and the accompanying data to the Public Works Department and all other departments of the city that may be affected by or concerned with the proposed subdivision, and to affected agencies as provided in Section 10-2.109. At the same time the tentative map and accompanying data shall be submitted by the Director of Planning to the Planning Commission.
(Ord. 175 § 1 (part), 1983)
Upon receipt of a tentative map and accompanying data, the Planning Commission shall set a public hearing on such tentative map, such hearing to be held within thirty (30) days after receipt.
Not less than ten (10) days nor more than twenty (20) days prior to the date of the public hearing, the Director of Planning shall give written notice thereof by mailing, postage prepaid, a notice of the time and place of the hearing to the subdivider and to each person whose name appears on the last equalized assessment roll of Contra Costa County, or as known to the Director of Planning, as owning property within three hundred (300) feet of the exterior boundaries of the property proposed to be subdivided, at the address shown on said assessment roll, or as known to said Director of Planning. Notice of the public hearing shall also be given by posting three (3) or more copies, appropriately spaced, of such notice of hearing on or adjacent to the property proposed to be subdivided not less than ten (10) days prior to the date of the hearing and by publication of such notice of hearing at least once in a newspaper of general circulation circulated in the City of Hercules not less than ten (10) days prior to the date of the hearing.
At the hearing the Planning Commission shall review and consider the tentative map and shall receive all evidence pertinent thereto. Each hearing shall be open to the public and all persons present shall be given an opportunity to be heard. Such hearing held by the Planning Commission shall be concluded on the date of the hearing and shall not be continued.
(Ord. 175 § 1 (part), 1983)
The report and recommendation of the Planning Commission on the tentative map shall be submitted to the City Clerk within three (3) days after the public hearing thereon. Such report shall include all data and information pertinent to the Planning Commission's recommendation.
(Ord. 175 § 1 (part), 1983)
The Planning Department may hold a subdivision conference on the tentative map with the subdivider or his agent, other city departments and all affected agencies. At such conference the recommendations of the Planning and other city departments and the affected agencies may be considered and correlated. A written report of the recommendations shall be forwarded to the subdivider or his agent prior to final action on the map by the City Council. A revised tentative map incorporating some or all of such recommendations may be submitted not later than two (2) working days prior to its consideration by the Council.
(Ord. 175 § 1 (part), 1983)
(a)
Planning Department. The Director of Planning shall present to the City Council a written statement of his findings and recommendations regarding the proposed subdivision's consistency with the general and specific plans of the city and conformity with the existing zoning of the property. When variations from the requirements of this Chapter are requested, the Director of Planning shall recommend approval or disapproval of each proposed variation stating his reasons for such recommendations. A copy of this statement shall be sent to the subdivider or his agent prior to consideration of the tentative map by the City Council.
(b)
Public Works Department. The Director of Public Works shall present a written statement of his findings and recommendations regarding the proposed improvements for the subdivision. He shall determine if the proposed improvements are in accordance with the city's requirements and in the case of a variation request determine if the proposed variation is in keeping with the intent of the subdivision ordinance and with good engineering practice. If the proposed improvements or variations are not covered by city ordinance or subdivision improvement standards, the Director of Public Works shall state his recommendation for approval or disapproval and his reasons for such recommendation. A copy of his recommendation shall be delivered to the Director of Planning and shall be sent to the subdivider or his agent prior to consideration of the tentative map by the City Council.
(Ord. 175 § 1 (part), 1983)
The report and recommendation by the Planning Commission shall be submitted to the City Council at its next regular meeting following receipt thereof by the City Clerk. The Council shall at such meeting set a public hearing on the tentative map, such hearing to be held within thirty (30) days thereafter.
Not less than ten (10) days nor more than twenty (20) days prior to the date of the public hearing, the City Clerk shall give written notice thereof by mailing, postage prepaid, a notice of the time and place of the hearing to the subdivider and to each person whose name appears on the last equalized assessment roll of Contra Costa County, or as known to the City Clerk, as owning property within three hundred (300) feet of the existing boundaries of the property proposed to be subdivided, at the address shown on said assessment roll, or as known to said City Clerk. Notice of the public hearing shall also be given by posting three (3) or more copies, appropriately spaced, or such notice of hearing on or adjacent to the property proposed to be subdivided no less than ten (10) days prior to the date 01 the hearing and by publication of such notice of hearing at least once in a newspaper of general circulation circulated it the City of Hercules not less than ten (10) days prior to the date of the hearing.
At the public hearing the Council shall review and consider the proposed tentative map and all reports and information submitted therewith, and shall receive al evidence pertinent thereto. Each hearing shall be open to the public and all person present shall be given an opportunity to be heard. Any hearing may be continued from time to time.
(Ord. 175 § 2 (part) 1983)
Subsequent to the close of the public hearing, the City Council shall approve conditionally approve, or disapprove the tentative map, and shall also approve of disapprove the variations from the subdivision ordinance, if any, requested by the subdivider. The action by the Council shall be taken within the thirty (30) day period following the meeting a which the public hearing was set, unless such time is extended by mutual consent of the subdivider and the City Council.
(Ord. 175 § 2 (part), 1983)