In a 5-0 decision, the Hermosa Beach City Council adopted PLAN Hermosa on August 22, 2017. This is the City's first general plan update since 1979. PLAN Hermosa sets a long-term vision and provides policy direction and guidance to residents, City staff, decision-makers, and the community on:

• What investments we make in our infrastructure;
• How we preserve our small town character and historic buildings; and
• Identifying where changes are needed to grow our economy and create local jobs.

Within PLAN Hermosa, goals and measurable actions have been established that will help us achieve our long term vision as a community that values our small beach town character, vibrant economy, and healthy environment and lifestyles through seven key elements:

1. Governance
2. Land Use + Design
3. Mobility
4. Sustainability + Conservation
5. Parks + Open Space
6. Public Safety
7. Infrastructure

The 2013-2021 Housing Element which is an element of the General Plan is being updated. Information on the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update is available here. 

Adopted PLAN Hermosa Documents

Program Environmental Impact Report (EIR) - PLAN Hermosa

The Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Volumes I and II together with the Draft EIR and Appendices comprise the Final EIR for PLAN Hermosa (Section 15132 of the California Environmental Quality Act). 

The Executive Summary of the Mitigation Measures is provided as a separate document for ease of reference and should be used in conjunction with the Final EIR, Draft EIR, and relevant Appendices. 

Appendices to PLAN Hermosa - Draft EIR

Current Status of PLAN Hermosa Implementation 

The City of Hermosa Beach is currently working on updating and integrating the Local Coastal Program into PLAN Hermosa.

Archived Documents

Visit the PLAN Hermosa Archived Documents page for key documents (e.g. Public Hearings, Study Sessions, Environmental Impact Report and other technical information), public meetings, input received and other materials related to development and approval of PLAN Hermosa.

For more information, please contact the Community Development Department Planning Division at (310) 318-0242 and view our video below.