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Public SafetyWracPlanning & DensityWildfire Prevention
The Pacific Palisades Community Council submitted suggested amendments to SB 55 to Senators Ben Allen and Henry Stern, proposing clarifications that would allow property owners in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone to rebuild or develop residential and commercially-zoned properties on a 1:1 basis while preserving single-family residential neighborhoods and preventing increased density. The council's recommendations address the rebuilding of legal structures, development of vacant properties, and construction of accessory dwelling units on parcels purchased prior to the legislation's effective date.
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Public SafetyWracHomeless Camping
Pacific Palisades Community Council submitted a letter to the California Senate Housing Committee on March 12, 2021, expressing unanimous support for Senate Bill 15 (Portantino) as legislation that addresses the state's affordable housing crisis while respecting local land use control and environmental protection. The council's position was adopted following a public hearing and discussion on March 11, 2021, and aligns with a broader Westside Regional Alliance of Councils recommendation.
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Land UseWracPlanning & Density
Pacific Palisades Community Council submitted a letter opposing Senate Bill 290, which would remove local governments' ability to refuse development concessions or waivers based on adverse impacts to the physical environment. The council urged a vote against the bill unless amended to preserve local authority over environmental assessments.
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Land UseMinutesMotionsWracPlanning & Density
The Pacific Palisades Community Council submitted comments on the scope of the Environmental Impact Report for the Citywide Housing Element 2021-2029 Update, expressing concerns about potential increased housing density in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone and requesting that the EIR analyze impacts on emergency evacuation, wildfire risk, and scenic resources. The Council disagreed with several findings of less than significant impact in the Initial Study, particularly regarding hazards, wildfire, and aesthetics.
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GovernanceLegislationWrac
This document updates the PPCC board on WRAC committee appointments, legislative positions on housing bills SB 9, SB 10, SB 15, and ACA 2, and the reintroduction of AB 115 which would allow residential housing with 20% affordable units in commercial zones statewide. PPCC has submitted position letters to City Council and Senate committees, and eight WRAC member councils are working to establish formal opposition positions on SB 9 and SB 10.
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Land UseMinutesMotionsWracPlanning & Density
The Pacific Palisades Community Council submitted comments on the Citywide Housing Element 2021-2029 Update EIR, expressing concerns about increased housing density in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, limited evacuation routes, potential impacts on scenic resources, and the lack of concurrent updates to local community plans. The council requested that the EIR analyze potential significant environmental impacts from a range of realistic rezoning possibilities that may be assigned to Pacific Palisades.
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GovernanceWracPlanning & Density
The Pacific Palisades Community Council unanimously voted to oppose Senate Bill 9, which would allow ministerial approval of lot splits and dual residential units in single-family zones, and to support a Los Angeles City Council resolution opposing the bill. The council's opposition is based on concerns regarding violations of local control, the California Coastal Act, environmental review requirements, public safety in fire hazard zones, and failure to address affordable housing.
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GovernanceWracPlanning & Density
The Pacific Palisades Community Council voted nearly unanimously on January 28, 2021, to oppose Senate Bill 10, citing concerns about violations of the California Constitution, Coastal Act, and Environmental Quality Act, as well as impacts on fire safety and democratic processes, and urged the Los Angeles City Council Rules Committee to support a resolution opposing the bill.
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Land UseWracPlanning & Density
The Pacific Palisades Community Council adopted two motions opposing California Senate Bills 9 and 10, which would allow increased residential density in single-family zones. The council's opposition centers on concerns about violations of local control, the California Coastal Act, environmental review requirements, fire safety, and affordable housing provisions.
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Public SafetyWracEmergency Preparedness
The Pacific Palisades Community Council adopted a motion recommending prioritization of safe school reopenings, particularly for elementary schools and special-needs classes, citing the importance of in-person learning for student development and parental workforce participation while emphasizing the need for adequate health and safety resources including testing, vaccinations, and personal protective equipment. The motion was based on research indicating that school closures disproportionately harm disadvantaged students and that schools can be safely reopened with proper support from federal and state governments.