REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Action on a Resolution Ordering the Vacation of a Public Utility Easement at 3330 Cecil Avenue
Report
BACKGROUND
On January 16, 2019, the City's Architectural Committee approved a building addition project (Project) for a residence at 3330 Cecil Avenue (Property). The property owner is currently in the process of constructing the Project which is a first and second story addition.
DISCUSSION
Due to the proposed additions on the Property, the existing public utility easement encumbering the Property has been relocated or determined to be excess, and this easement is no longer necessary. The owner has requested that the City vacate the public utility easement to clear this unnecessary encumbrance on the Property. Any relevant facilities previously within the easement have been removed or abandoned. All departments and agencies having an interest in the easement concur that it is eligible to be vacated. Staff has reviewed this proposal and determined that this easement is no longer necessary for public purposes and may be vacated according to subsection C of California Streets and Highways Code Section 8333.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
A Categorical Exemption, per the California Environmental Quality Act Section 15303, New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures, was approved by the City's Architectural Committee on January 16, 2019.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no additional cost to the City other than staff time and expense.
COORDINATION
This report has been coordinated with the City Attorney's Office, Water & Sewer Utilities Department and Silicon Valley Power.
PUBLIC CONTACT
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