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Commission approves Gallon tentative parcel map for two‑lot split on North Old State Road
Summary
The Planning Commission approved a two‑lot split of a 6‑acre property on North Old State Road (TPM‑2502). Staff found no environmental impacts, noted existing improvements to remain on Parcel A, and required standard conditions including timberland conversion permitting and compliance with septic/leachfield standards.
The Siskiyou County Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve the Gallon tentative parcel map (TPM‑2502), a two‑lot subdivision of a 6‑acre property on North Old State Road.
Senior Planner James Phelps presented the proposal and said the parcel would be split into two parcels of approximately 3.05 and 2.95 acres, with no new construction, grading or vegetation removal proposed. He told the commission the site is already developed with a house, guest house, private well and septic system, and that those existing improvements will remain on Parcel A. Planning staff found the project consistent with the general plan, zoning code and Subdivision Map Act, and concluded there is no potential for significant environmental impacts; staff recommended the common‑sense and existing‑facilities CEQA exemptions.
During the public hearing the applicant’s representative, Terry Curry, and client Ben Glenn answered commissioner questions. Environmental Health confirmed that percolation/leachfield test pits were part of the review to establish an approved leachfield area before parcel creation. Commissioners discussed potable‑water uncertainty for newly created parcels and flagged a broader policy question about ensuring developability (water availability) prior to approving parcel splits; the commission characterized that as a future general‑plan consideration rather than a reason to deny this split.
A motion to adopt Resolution PC 2025‑22, determining the project exempt from CEQA and approving TPM‑2502 subject to recommended findings and conditions, passed by unanimous voice vote. Conditions require compliance with state and county regulations, including timberland conversion permitting where applicable and Environmental Health standards for septic systems.
