(A) Purpose. No person shall carry out or cause to be carried out any major alteration or relocation of a potential cultural resource listed on the Inventory unless the city has first completed an initial review in accordance with the requirements of this subchapter. The approval or denial of the proposed work involving Inventory-listed cultural resources shall be deemed a discretionary action under CEQA (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, § 15002(i).
(B) Actions requiring an initial review. The following actions shall require an initial review from the Director or his or her designee. The Director may refer some initial reviews for Inventory resources to the Commission for action. Performance of any work that falls within the provisions of this subchapter without an initial review is prohibited.
(1) Major alterations or relocation of a cultural resource listed on the Inventory;
(2) New construction within a historic district listed on the Inventory;
(C) The Director shall develop procedures and findings associated with the completion of an initial review for Inventory properties.
(Ord. 636-C.S., passed 8-15-17)