In addition to conforming to the requirements of the SMA and this division, a final map shall comply with all requirements and conditions of the approved or conditionally approved tentative map. Whenever a final map is filed, the Director shall make a determination as to whether the final map is in substantial conformance with the approved tentative map and resolution of approval.
In determining whether the final map is in substantial conformance with the approved tentative map and resolution of approval, project change(s) required to comply with changes in State or Federal regulatory requirements shall be provided a 10 percent change allowance in addition to the substantial conformance determination if all of the following are met:
(a) It shall be determined that the project change(s) do not result in a new or substantially increased significant impact in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
(b) It shall be determined that the project change(s) do not result in the creation of a situation that would be detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of the public.
(c) It shall be determined that the project change(s) do not result in the elimination of project features required to meet other County of San Diego code requirements, including, but not limited to, the following:
(1) Elimination of a trail that provides a connection through the project that is needed for regional connectivity.
(2) Reduction in the overall amount of parkland approved with the original project.
(3) Elimination of roads that are needed for emergency access, travel time, or to handle the traffic generated by the project.
(4) Reduction of area needed for required water supply well or onsite wastewater treatment system and reserve area.
The Director shall prepare written findings identifying the requirements or conditions that were not met or performed if the final map is disapproved.
(Amended by Ord. No. 6041 (N.S.), effective 5-28-81; amended by Ord. No. 6508 (N.S.), operative 3-1-83; amended by Ord. No. 10037 (N.S.), effective 3-26-10; amended by Ord. No. 10529 (N.S.), effective 5-18-18; amended by Ord. No. 10744 (N.S.), effective 10-1-21)