Parcel Map

A parcel map is a subdivision of land in which four or fewer lots are created or a map to eliminate lot lines. A preliminary parcel map is an initial map that shows the proposed design of a subdivision, along with existing conditions in and around the property, before a more detailed and accurate parcel map is prepared. The City of Mountain View requires a preliminary parcel map be approved by the Subdivision Committee prior to a Parcel Map being finalized with the Public Works Department for recordation.

Permit Required

A Parcel Map requires a two-part approval - first a Preliminary Parcel Map application submitted to the Planning Division for approval by the Subdivision Committee, then a Parcel Map application with the Public Works Department. 

Cost

• Planning Preliminary Parcel Map: $9,101
• Public Works Parcel Map: $6,271.30

Timeline

Typical Time to Receive Approval:

• Map only: 3 to 6 months
• Map with development: Same as project development

Typical Time to Finalize Map for Recordation: Same timeline as building permit

Process

To apply for a Planning Preliminary Parcel Map:

1. Submit your application online to the Planning Division.
2. Once your application inquiry is received, City staff will follow up with you to coordinate submitting fee payment. 
3. Once your application fee is received, City staff has 30 days to determine if your application is complete or if additional information or corrections are required. Your permit will be reviewed by other City Departments.  
4. If corrections are required or you are missing or have incomplete application information, then you will need to address the corrections or provide additional information and resubmit online.
5. City staff will review your resubmittal within 30 days to confirm you have addressed all comments and corrections. Each subsequent review cycle City staff has 30 days to give you comments.
6. Once your application is complete and in good order, your Preliminary Parcel Map application will be scheduled for a Subdivision Committee hearing, where a final decision will be made. Note: Due to City noticing requirements for a public hearing, a complete application cannot be scheduled sooner than 30 days in advance of the scheduled hearing date. 
7. At the public hearing, the applicant, property owner, and/or a representative must be present to address any questions raised by the Subdivision Committee and the public. Following the hearing, you will receive a copy of the final permit.
8. Once approved by the Subdivision Committee, you can proceed to submit for a Final Parcel Map with Public Works. 

Noticing of the hearing to review the application request includes: mailed postcards to all property owners/tenants within 750' of the subject property; noticing in the newspaper 14 days in advance; posting of the public hearing agenda, key application materials, and staff's recommendation on the permit 5 days in advance of the hearing at mountainview.legistar.com; and attendance at the public hearing, where the public can provide comments.

Appeal Period: After you have received approval at a Subdivision Commitee public hearing, there is a 10 calendar day appeal period. During this period, you cannot submit for any other city permit, including building permits. 

To apply for the Public Works Parcel Map:

1. Submit your application online to the Public Works Department.
2. Once your application inquiry is received, City staff will follow up with you to coordinate submitting fee payment. 
3. Once your application is received, City staff has 30 days to determine if your application is complete or if additional information or corrections are required.  
4. If corrections are required or you are missing or have incomplete application information, then you will need to address the corrections or provide additional information and resubmit online.
5. City staff will review your resubmittal within 30 days to confirm you have addressed all comments and corrections. Each subsequent review cycle City staff has 30 days to give you comments.
6. Once your application is complete and in good order, City staff will sign the Notice of Lot Line Adjustment.
7. After the Parcel Map has been finalized, your title company will need to record the Parcel Map at the Santa Clara County Clerk-Recorder's Office.  

Requirements

For Planning Preliminary Parcel Map:

1. A preliminary parcel map shall be drawn to scale (minimum scale of 1" to 40')  and contain the following information:
   1. The name or designation, title, and date.
   2. The north point, scale, and description sufficient to locate the property on the ground
   3. The names and addresses of the record owners, the subdividers and the registered civil engineer or licensed surveyor who prepared the map.
   4. The locations, names, and present widths of all nearby highways and streets.
   5. The approximate radius, length, and interior angles of all curves.
   6. The widths and approximate location of all existing or proposed easements, whether public or private, and whether for roads, drainage, sewage, public utilities, bikeways, or any other purposes.
   7. A number or letter for each lot.
   8. The approximate lot layout and approximate dimensions of each lot.
   9. The present and proposed location and outline to scale of any existing building to remain on the property.
   10. The proposed use of the property. 
   11. The public areas proposed for parks, playgrounds, open space, and like uses.
   12. The proposed method of sewage and sewage disposal.
   13. The names of adjoining property owners.
   14. The location of existing utility poles and anchors.
   15. Existing contours and any proposed modification to the grading of the land.
   16. The location, size, and species of all existing trees and their proposed disposition.
2. If is is impossible or impractical to place any of the following information on the preliminary parcel map, then such information shall be furnished on additional sheets and/or in a written statement submitted with the preliminary parcel map, including:
   1. A copy of any and all existing and proposed restrictive covenants.
   2. Reasons purported to justify any departure from the City's Subdivision Ordinance (Chapter 28).
   3. Anticipated selling price of the residential units or nonresidential buildings.
   4. For condominium conversions: see the City code. 
   5. A completed Hazardous Materials and Site History Statement if the proposal involves any subdivision to allow more than two residential units.
   6. If there are Heritage trees on the site, an Arborist Report must be prepared. The report should evaluate the tree's health, condition, and expected longevity, with recommendations as to disposition, and tree protection measures to be followed during construction if trees are retained.

For Public Works Parcel Map:

1. Copy of Subdivision Conditions of Approval for the Preliminary Parcel Map and a copy of the project Conditions of Approval/Findings Report from the Planning Division.
2. Stamped approved PDF of the Preliminary Parcel Map.
3. A completed Parcel Map submittal checklist (see below).
4. A final Parcel Map prepared by a licensed land surveyor or registered civil engineer qualified to prepare maps. The map must include the Standard Map Statements (see below).
5. Copies of all documents reference on the Parcel Map.
6. Current Grant Deed and/or Preliminary Title Report covering all properties. The title report must be dated within the last six months.
7. All copies of easements, agreements, and documents noted within the title report.
8. Individual letters from PG&E, Comcast, and AT&T confirming that they have reviewed the parcel map and approve of the changes to the utility easements.
9. Closure calculations, which include:
   1. Boundary closure
   2. Boundary ties
   3. Block closures
   4. Street closures (dedications)
   5. Individual lot closures
   6. monument to monument closures
   7. Monument line increments and ties to side line closures
   8. Easement closures (if not concentric or parallel).
10. Soils and geotechnical report signed and stamped by a professional engineer authorized to practice soils engineering in the State of California.
11. Concurrent submittal to the Public Works Department of Improvement Plans, for reference.
12. A letter certifying that the project complies with the requirements of the State Seismic Hazards Mapping Act.
13. A letter certifying that the project has obtained Geologic Hazard Clearance.
14. If required by the Conditions of Approval, submit the draft CC&R's (with the sections required by Public Works highlighted and tagged). The CC&R's should be submitted to the Planning Division for review, but will also be reviewed by the Public Works Department concurrently.
15. Copy of Signature Authority documents for City's use in preparing required agreements.

Public Works Documents