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Home My WebLink AboutSBDV-0188-2022 20220603 (1150 1160 Laurel Lane) Follow-Up LetterCity of San Luis Obispo, Community Development, 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401‐3218, 805.781.7170, slocity.org June 3, 2022 Chuck Braff Laurel Creek, LP & Laurel Creek II, LP 505 Bath Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 SUBJECT: SBDV-0188-2022 (1150, 1160 Laurel Lane – APN 004-962-034, -035) Review of a lot line adjustment between two existing parcels. The project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA). Dear Chuck Braff, On June 3, 2022, I reviewed your request for a lot line adjustment between two existing parcels located at 1150 and 1160 Laurel Lane (APN 004-962-034, -035), which are referred to as Parcel 1 and 2, respectively. The lot line adjustment would extend the existing (southwesterly) side and (northwesterly) rear property lines of Parcel 2 approximately 610 feet northwest to incorporate land located along the northeast property line of Parcel 1. The adjustment would add 1.42 acres to Parcel 2, and result in a gross lot area of 8.4 acres for Parcel 1 and 3.1 acres for Parcel 2. Land taken from Parcel 1 that is added to Parcel 2 consists of existing landscaping and recreational areas that will remain. No development is proposed for the enlarged Parcel 2. Both parcels are primarily located within the Manufacturing Zone with Mixed-Use Overlay (M-MU) and partially located within the Office Zone with Special Considerations Overlay (O-S) along Laurel Lane. Modified property lines are only located within the M-MU zone, and no changes will occur to existing property lines, access, or parking located within the O-S zone for either parcel. After careful consideration, I have approved your request, based on the findings and subject to the following conditions: Findings 1. As proposed, the lot line adjustment consists of land taken from Parcel 1 at 1150 Laurel Lane that is added to adjacent Parcel 2 at 1160 Laurel Lane, and a greater number of lots than previously existed is not created. 2. As proposed, the modified parcels are consistent with the General Plan and Municipal Code because the project complies with subdivision design standards and development standards, including parcel design, minimum lot area, setbacks, etc., for the M-MU zone and does not alter portions of the parcels located within the O-S zone. Additionally, the lot line adjustment will not result in any adverse impacts to the environment or public safety because there is no development proposed for enlarged Parcel 2 or change to access for either parcel. SBDV-0188-2022 1150 & 1160 Laurel Lane Page 2 3. As proposed, the lot line adjustment does not create inconsistencies with the General Plan, Zoning Regulations, or Building Code because the modified parcels are consistent with subdivision design standards and development standards for the M-MU zone, do not result in any changes to portions located within the O-S zone, and will be in compliance with the Building Code. 4. The modified lot lines do not alter an existing public right-of-way. 5. The adjustment does not result in an increase in the number of nonconforming parcels nor increase the nonconformity of any existing parcel because the modified parcels are consistent with development standards such as lot coverage, lot size, floor area ratio, density, setbacks, etc. in the M-MU zone and does not alter portions of the parcels located within the O-S zone. 6. The lot line adjustment is categorically exempt under Class 5, Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations, Section 15305 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines because it is a minor lot line adjustment for parcels with an average slope of less than 20% (1.2% to 1.3%) and does not result in changes to land use, exceed maximum residential density, or create any new lots. Indemnification 1. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City and/or its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action or proceeding against the City and/or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void or annul, the approval by the City of this project, and all actions relating thereto, including but not limited to environmental review (“Indemnified Claims”). The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any Indemnified Claim upon being presented with the Indemnified Claim and the City shall fully cooperate in the defense against an Indemnified Claim. Code Requirements The project is required to meet all applicable City codes and standards. Code compliance will be verified during the map check process, which may include additional requirements applicable to your project. Some of these requirements have been noted below. Engineering Division – Community Development / Public Works Departments 2. The lot line adjustment (LLA) shall be finalized with either a parcel map or a lot line adjustment agreement. If the agreement is pursued, the applicant shall submit a “Declaration of Lot Line Adjustment” to the Public Works Director for review, approval, and recordation, based on samples available in the Community Development Department. The submittal shall include all application submittal items, processing fees, required recording fees, and an 8 ½” x 11” map exhibit suitable for recording. 3. The parcel map or lot line adjustment agreement exhibits and legal descriptions shall be prepared by a California Licensed Land Surveyor or Civil Engineer authorized to practice land surveying. 4. A beneficiary consent to LLA shall be recorded concurrent with the recordation of the LLA. SBDV-0188-2022 1150 & 1160 Laurel Lane Page 3 5. A separate exhibit showing all existing public and/or private utilities and improvements shall be approved to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director and Public Works Director prior to recordation of the LLA. The site/utility plan shall include drainage and circulation improvements, water, sewer, storm drains, gas, electricity, telephone, cable TV, water wells, and any utility company meters for each parcel if applicable. Any utility relocations shall be completed with proper permits and receive final inspection approvals prior to recordation of the LLA. Otherwise, easements shall be prepared and recorded to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director, Public Works Director and serving utility companies. 6. In the absence of a blanket easement, a detailed exhibit of all utilities and utility company meters will be required. Specific easements may be proposed to follow existing or proposed utility locations. Building permits may be required for utility upgrades and/or relocations. If required, said permits shall be issued based on plans approved by the Building Division. Permits authorizing any required work shall receive final inspection approvals to the satisfaction of the Building Official prior to recordation of the map or Lot Line Adjustment Agreement. 7. Final lot line locations and building setbacks shall consider building allowable area analysis, exterior wall protection, projections, exiting, and the location of building service equipment in accordance with the uniform codes to the satisfaction of the Building Official. Any necessary analysis and/or exhibits shall be submitted for review and shall be approved prior to recordation of the LLA. My action is final unless appealed within 10 calendar days of the date of the decision. Anyone may appeal the action by submitting a letter to the Community Development Department within the time specified. The appropriate appeal fee must accompany the appeal documentation. Appeals will be scheduled for the first available Minor Subdivision Hearing Date. If an appeal is filed, you will be notified by mail of the date and time of the hearing. The approval expires after two years if the final map/agreement has not yet been recorded. On request, prior to the expiration of the original approval, the Community Development Director may grant a time extension, pursuant to Section 16.10.155 (Time Extension for Parcel or Final Maps) of the Subdivision Regulations and the Subdivision Map Act. If you have any questions, please contact Hannah Hanh at (805) 781-7432 or hhanh@slocity.org. Sincerely, Tyler Corey Deputy Director Community Development