The City of Carpinteria is pleased to share an important update on the Coastal Land Use Plan / General Plan (CLUP/GP) Update.
As previously announced, the City is beginning environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and will prepare a Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR).
The first step in this process begins today, May 7.
The Notice of Preparation (NOP) is now available, and the 30-day scoping period is officially open. This is when we ask for input on what environmental topics should be studied in the PEIR.
Key Dates
- NOP Comment Period (30 days): May 7 – June 5, 2026 (comments due by 5:00 p.m.)
- Public Scoping Meeting: Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers (5775 Carpinteria Ave) and via Zoom
How to Participate
- Review the NOP: View Online
- Submit written comments to GPUpdate@carpinteriaca.gov during the 30-day comment period
- Attend the Public Scoping Meeting to learn more, ask questions, and provide input in a public setting
Your feedback at this stage will help shape the scope of the environmental analysis.
You may also visit the Project webpage for the Draft CLUP/GP and additional background materials: https://cityofcarp.co/generalplanupdate
What happens after this?
Below is an overview of the CEQA process for the PEIR, including future opportunities for public review and input.
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