Hillside Overlay Rules: Long Beach vs Santa Monica
How do hillside overlay rules rules compare between Long Beach, CA and Santa Monica, CA?
Long Beach and Santa Monica have similar restriction levels.
Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles County
LACO Title 22.110.090 governs Hillside Management Areas in unincorporated LA County, applying a slope-density formula, requiring vegetation protection, and triggering geotechnical review and CEQA evaluation for steep-lot development.
View full Long Beach rules →Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles County
LACO Title 22.110.090 governs Hillside Management Areas in unincorporated LA County, applying a slope-density formula, requiring vegetation protection, and triggering geotechnical review and CEQA evaluation for steep-lot development.
View full Santa Monica rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Long Beach | Santa Monica |
|---|---|---|
| Code section | LACO Title 22.110.090 | LACO Title 22.110.090 |
| Density basis | Slope-density formula | Slope-density formula |
| Required reviews | Geotech, grading, CEQA | Geotech, grading, CEQA |
| Often overlaps | VHFHSZ fire zones | VHFHSZ fire zones |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Long Beach FAQ
How do I check if my parcel is in an HMA?
Use GIS-NET parcel viewer. The HMA designation appears in the parcel zoning information, along with slope category, fire zone, and any community plan overlays.
Are exceptions or variances available?
Yes, but they require a formal Conditional Use Permit or Variance application before the Hearing Officer or Regional Planning Commission, with biological, geotechnical, and CEQA documentation.
Santa Monica FAQ
How do I check if my parcel is in an HMA?
Use GIS-NET parcel viewer. The HMA designation appears in the parcel zoning information, along with slope category, fire zone, and any community plan overlays.
Are exceptions or variances available?
Yes, but they require a formal Conditional Use Permit or Variance application before the Hearing Officer or Regional Planning Commission, with biological, geotechnical, and CEQA documentation.
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