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Created page with "Hi Kirk, I've added some preliminary comments about your project below: -You'll need to provide a document proving that your property meets all of the qualifying criteria linked here: https://www.cityofsantacruz.com/home/showpublisheddocument/89757/638097376563770000 -The subject site is located within a Highly Sensitive Archaeological Area per SCMC 24.12.430. An archaeologist report is strongly encouraged to be prepared and submitted as part of this land division appli..."
 
 
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== Application Questions ==
Here is what is required in order to submit an official application for an SB9 land division with the Public Works Dept.;
1.       Final Parcel Map submittal – Please include the existing building footprint if applicable, existing utilities (underground and aerial), proposed building envelope(s) on a 3rd non-titled plan sheet and title the lot split SB 9 on the map
2.       2 Paper copies of Parcel Map and an electronic copy
3.       Submit a response to the SB 9 requirements (They are listed under “Qualifying Criteria for a Housing Development or Lot Split)
4.       Lot Closure Calculations
5.       Preliminary Title Report
6.       Soil Report – if located in a high liquefaction area or the slope is greater than 30%.
7.       A check in the amount of $3,735.00 payable to the City of Santa Cruz
8.       Prior to recording the Parcel Map the current and next fiscal year’s property taxes must be paid in full
9.       Once approved print map in Mylar’s and submit to Public Works for the recordation process
10.      A check  in the amount of $89.00 (recording fee) payable to the County of Santa Cruz
11.   Map submittal must be performed by a design professional and have a property survey included
== Fire Wall Questions ==
Hi Kirk,
Yes, your assumption is correct - the firewall is required regardless.
Thank you,
Domonique Speight
<nowiki>-----</nowiki>Original Message-----
From: Kirk <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, April 13, 2023 10:58 AM
To: Building Counter <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: SB9 Flag Lot Inquiry
Hi Domonique,
Thank you for this info, it helps me move forward. I assume these requirements apply even when the adjoining portion of the newly created lot can not be built on (that is the narrow 10' access portion of the new lot)? I just want to be clear that the existing house will need a new fire wall along that access portion which is what the requirements would seem to indicate.
Thank you, Kirk
Hi Kirk,
Apologies for the delay on this. I've attached couple of tables that should give you the answers you need on the fire ratings necessary for exterior walls and any projections on this build.
Note that one of the attachments is for dwellings with a sprinkler system.
Thank you,
Domonique Speight
<nowiki>-----</nowiki>Original Message-----
Sent: Tuesday, April 04, 2023 8:49 AM
To: Building Counter <[email protected]>
Subject: SB9 Flag Lot Inquiry
Hello=,
I've spoken a bit with John Jezek in planning about designing a flag lot for a potential SB9 lot split at 126 Acadia Ave. He said a fire wall of some kind might be required on the existing house because of the new flag lot proximity. I've attached a proposed plot plan, maybe you can help me determine what would be required and the timing of any required improvements.
Thank Kirk Garber
== Ownership Questions ==
Thank you for your patience.
After a review of the State law , the question of 'property owner' appeared to be intentionally vague. In the past with accessory dwelling units we utilized a number of resources to verify this – one is the homeowners exemption which indicates that the dwelling is the primary residence of the property owner.
So actually, the answer is yes to most of your questions ....the key is that the property owner has to live there for 3 years, it cannot be a short term rental and the requite agreement that has to be signed and notarized provides
the City the authority to review the project should a complaint be received that the subject sites are acting more like a developer's  property.  The State's intention is to allow homeowners in most areas around the state (those zoned for single-family) to divide their property into two lots, thereby increasing opportunities for homeownership in their neighborhood.
Best,
NANCY A. CONCEPCION
ASSOCIATE PLANNER | CODE COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST
Department of Planning and Community Development
City of Santa Cruz
809 Center Street -  Room 101
Santa Cruz, CA  95060
831.420.5112
From: Aaron Lieben <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, February 20, 2023 10:19 AM
To: Nancy Concepcion <[email protected]>
Cc: Kirk Garber <[email protected]>
Subject: 126 Acadia Ave Questions
Hi Nancy,
As per our phone conversation, I'm following up with a few questions you offered to research for us. Thank you in advance for your help. The property in question is 126 Acadia Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 and it meets all 10 items on the SB 9 checklist:
# The property is owned by a trust. My friend is the executor of the trust and an equal beneficiary of the trust along with his 3 siblings. Can he (or one of his siblings) who claims the home as their primary residence qualify for the SB 9 lot split?
# If the trust does not qualify for the SB 9 lot split, can one of the beneficiaries rent the home as their primary residence and then qualify as a renter?
# After an SB 9 lot split, can the split lot be sold prior to 3 years (providing the front home is retained as the primary residence?
# After an SB 9 lot split, can the primary residence be switched to the new home on the lot split and can the front home be sold prior to 3 years?
Very much appreciated.
Kindest Regards,
Aaron
Aaron Lieben
(831) 345-3898
== Lot Split Questions ==
Hi Kirk,
Hi Kirk,


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