This chapter shall apply only in the circumstances set forth hereinafter.
A. Any contiguous parcels or units of land held under common ownership may be merged at the request of the property owner(s), pursuant to Cal. Gov't Code § 66499.20 3/4 and this chapter. Unless otherwise regulated by law, approval and recordation of a final or parcel map over previously subdivided property shall be deemed to have merged those properties, and this chapter shall have no force or effect.
B. Record owner(s) of contiguous lots may file a request with the Development Services Director to merge said contiguous parcels. The request for merger shall be made on a form prescribed by the Development Services Director, and accompanied by a fee as established by City Council resolution.
(Ord. 1008, passed 3-3-98)