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A variance is required to allow a project to deviate from the development regulations (excluding permitted and conditionally permitted uses) of the Zoning Ordinance. A variance may be granted only if it is determined that there are special (physical) conditions; such as location, topography, size or shape peculiar to the subject property which are not...

If a zoning amendment is requested, the applicant will submit the specific text of the proposed amendment and attach applicable maps. A Statement of Justification and specifics of the actual project (such as a Site Plan) are necessary to complete the environmental review.

The Zoning Ordinance establishes detailed regulations for the physical development in the Town. The Town has been divided into various land use districts (such as residential, industrial and commercial), each with specific regulations. The Zoning Ordinance specifies the land use regulations such as permitted and conditionally permitted land uses, allowable density, maximum height, and building...

By this process, one or more contiguous pieces of property are divided into five or more parcels for sale, lease or financing. A tentative map for the subdivision, done by a licensed engineer or licensed land surveyor, is reviewed by the Planning Commission at a public hearing. If approved, Subdivisions are subject to conditions which...

By this process, one or more contiguous pieces of property are divided into five or more parcels for sale, lease or financing. A tentative map for the subdivision, done by a licensed engineer or licensed land surveyor, is reviewed by the Planning Commission at a public hearing. If approved, Subdivisions are subject to conditions which...

Most new signs and face changes to signs need sign permit approval. In some areas of Town, interior lighting of signs is not allowed. Most commercial allowable signage is based on the length of the building facing the street on which it will be located, generally one (1) sq. ft. of signage for one (1)...

By this process, one or more contiguous pieces of property are divided into four or fewer parcels for sale, lease or financing. A tentative map for the subdivision, usually done by a licensed engineer or licensed land surveyor, is reviewed by the Planning Commission at a public hearing. If approved, Minor Land Divisions are subject...

A lot line adjustment is a process by which it is possible to sell property to an adjoining owner, or to reconfigure parcels under one ownership, without recording a parcel map. State law defines the Lot Line Adjustment as follows: A lot line adjustment between two or more existing parcels, where the land taken from...

Allows mobile homes on single family residential lots for use in close care and supervision of a handicapped person occupying either the principal dwelling or the accessory dwelling. A letter from a doctor diagnosing the medical need is required. The application is reviewed by the Planning Director and will require approval from the South Placer...

The General Plan is a document and map which establishes goals, objectives, and policies to guide the physical development of the Town. All development within the Town must be consistent with the General Plan. State law limits the number of times the Town may amend the General Plan, so General Plan Amendments (GPA) are not...

Design Review approval is required on all building permits to be issued in the Commercial or Industrial zoning districts. The review by the Planning Commission may look at building arrangement, setbacks, walls and fences, building exterior appearance (color/materials), off-street parking, grading, drainage, traffic and circulation, landscaping, lighting and/or signs to insure compatibility and enhancement of...