Planning Commission Agenda
Memo to: Manteca Planning Commission
From: Jesus R. Orozco, Deputy Director of Development Services - Planning
Date: January 15, 2026
Subject: General Plan Conformity for Right-of-Way Vacation
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A Planning Commission resolution making a General Plan Conformance determination regarding a proposed right of way vacation consistent with California Streets and Highways Code Section 8313 and California Government Code Section 65402(a), for portions of Vino Street and Hewins Street, between Spumante Lane and Frizzante Lane and finding this action exempt from further environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guideline.
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Background:
APPLICATION NO.: General Pan Conformity 2026-01
LOCATION: Vino Street and Hewins Street, between Spumante Lane and Frizzante Lane
APPLICANT: City of Manteca
PROPERTY OWNER: City of Manteca
ZONING: One-Family Dwelling Zoning District (R1)
GENERAL PLAN: Low-Density Residential (LDR)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Villa Ticino West final subdivision map, phases (Units) 4 and 8, reflected a pedestrian access corridor (Corridor) between the two Units (see Figure 2). The respective Final Maps provided for the dedication of right of way for the Corridor to the City, rather than providing an easement to the City. Through the subsequent construction of the subdivisions, staff identified an access issue for the three lots that front along the Corridor. Upon further review, staff confirmed the Corridor right of way belonged to the City and would be problematic for the City to retain it.
In order to rectify the situation, staff have determined the solution is to vacate this City right of way pursuant to Section 8300 et seq. of the California Streets and Highways Code (CSHC) and retain easement rights for City emergency vehicle access, pedestrian access and ongoing maintenance of the Corridor including landscaping and underground utilities, and cross access easement for the mid...
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