§ 17.20.080. Planning commission action.

A.

At the conclusion of the hearing, the commission shall adopt a resolution by the affirmative vote of at least three members, either approving, conditionally approving or denying the tentative map. The planning commission shall prepare written findings of fact as required by law as follows:

1.

The proposed map is consistent with applicable general and specific plans;

2.

The design or improvements of the proposed subdivision is consistent with applicable general and specific plans;

3.

The site is physically suitable for the type of development;

4.

The site is physically suitable for proposed density or development;

5.

The design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidable injure fish or wildlife or their habitat;

6.

The design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause serious public health problems;

7.

The design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of, property within the proposed subdivision.

B.

If the planning commission takes no action within the time period specified in Sections 66452.1 and 66452.2 of the Government Code or authorized extension thereof, the tentative map as filed, shall be deemed to be approved, insofar as it complies with other applicable requirements of this division and any local ordinance, and it shall be the duty of the secretary to the planning commission to certify or state his or her approval.

(Ord. No. 278U, § 1 (Exh. A), 2-7-12).