Subdivision Information
Dept/Div. Contact: Planning Division - (209) 577-5267
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Description: A Subdivision
is the division of improved or unimproved land (five or more
parcels) for the purpose of sale, lease or financing, as defined by
the Subdivision Map Act (SMA). Generally, land cannot be
subdivided in California without local government approval. The
City's General Plan, development codes and other ordinances govern
the design of a subdivision, the size of its lots and the types of
improvements that will be required as conditions of approval. PROCESS OVERVIEW:
Submit Preliminary Proposal
This submittal is an optional courtesy review by
Planning staff, which provides applicants with
preliminary feedback on a development proposal
prior to submitting a full application. It does
not include review by other departments
or divisions.
Where to submit:
Planning Division
1010 Tenth Street, 3rd
Floor [Directions]
(209) 577-5267
What to bring:
- 2 Subdivision Maps full-size, to scale,
dimensioned
- Cover letter explaining existing conditions, reason
for subdivision; providing contact information
Information/Forms: (#SUBP)
Submit Concept Review
This review
is an optional comprehensive review that
includes comments from all City departments and
divisions.
Where to submit:
Planning Division
1010 Tenth Street, 3rd
Floor [Directions]
(209) 577-5267
What to bring:
- 30 Subdivision
Maps full-size, to scale, dimensioned
- Cover letter explaining existing conditions, reason
for subdivision; providing contact information
- Payment for Concept Review
Information/Forms:
(#SUBC)
Submit An Application
Once the
preliminary proposal or concept review process
concludes, an application will need to be submitted.
Once the application packet has been determined to be
complete, most projects will take 11-12 weeks to
process. Some projects may take longer than others
depending on environmental impacts and other
considerations.
Where to submit:
Planning Division
1010 Tenth Street, 3rd
Floor [Directions]
(209) 577-5267
What to bring:
- 1 Uniform Application
- 30 Subdivision Maps full-size, to scale, dimensioned
- Cover letter explaining existing conditions, reason
for subdivision; providing contact information
- Payment for Tentative Subdivision Map Review
Fee
- Payment for Environmental Review Fee, if
applicable
Information/Forms:
(#SUBA)
Additional Requirements
Some applications may have additional
requirements. These will be determined by
Planning Staff after review of the initial
application.
Project Review
All application packets must be received by a Planner
to determine if all submittal criteria have been met. A Project Planner will be assigned to process
the application and will review the application
with staff members from other departments (Fire
Prevention, Public Works, Building Safety, and Transportation) for their input.
Staff Report
When the review period has ended and the
identified issues resolved, the application is
scheduled for a public hearing before the
Planning Commission . A staff report is
written, and a copy is mailed to the applicant.
The staff report includes staff's recommendation
and possible conditions to be applied to the
permit.
Public Notification
Public Hearing notices are sent to all property
owners within 300 feet of the property 20 days
prior to the
Planning Commission hearing.
Public Hearing
At the public hearing, the project may be approved or
denied. Staff provides an oral report on the proposal
and the staff recommendation. The applicant is then
given an opportunity to address the Commission, and
members of the public are asked for input. The
Commission will then make its decision of approval or
denial.
Appeal
During a 15-day period after the
Planning Commission meeting, the applicant
or members of the public may appeal the
Commission's decision to the
City Council by filing
a letter of appeal with the City Clerk's Office
(fees). Denials by City Council cannot be
appealed.
POST-APPLICATION
INFORMATION
Subsequent to project
approval there may be
additional processes
required before a map
can be recorded or
development can occur,
such as final map
approval or obtaining a
building permit;
additional
fees may be
involved.
Related Forms & Handouts
(#SUB)
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Have Questions?
Contact our Planning Division at (209) 577-5267.
This page was updated on: Sunday, January 27, 2008 7:48:28 PM
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Modesto, CA 95354
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