Parks and Recreation Commission 7.7.15 PLAN Hermosa California Coastal Act Considerations in Special Events Policy Development Parks and Recreation Commission 7.7.15

California Coastal Act of 1976 Protect Coastal Resources and Maximize Public Access to the Shoreline

The California Coastal Commission is responsible for ensuring projects comply with the Coastal Act by issuing Coastal Development Permits Permitting authority can be delegated to local governments by creating a Local Coastal Program certified by the Coastal Commission

Local Coastal Program Process Topics Covered Public Access Recreation & Visitor Serving Facilities Water Quality Protection Environmentally Sensitive Habitats Planning & New Development Scenic & Visual Resources Coastal Hazards Process Developed by local agencies within the Coastal Zone Includes local context and analysis to support proposed policies Reviewed and Certified by Coastal Commission Once certified, Coastal Commission’s permitting authority is delegated to the local agency Topics Covered

When is a Coastal Development Permit Required? Demolition, construction, replacement, or changes to the size of a structure Grading, removal of, or placement of rock, soil, or other materials Clearing of vegetation in, or that provides, sensitive habitat Impeding access to the beach or public recreational trails Altering property lines, such as through a lot line adjustment or subdivision Changing the intensity of use of land, such as using a single family home as a commercial wedding venue Repair or maintenance activities that could result in environmental impacts Some temporary events unless they meet certain requirements, such as less than a 2 week duration, and no significant impacts to certain sensitive coastal resources, including public access

Coastal Guidance on Special Events May Require CDP Requires CDP A CDP may be required if any of the following criteria are met: The event, individually or cumulatively, precludes the general public from use of a public recreational area for a significant period of time The event will impact environmentally sensitive habitat areas The event would restrict public use of roadways or parking areas to access coastal waters The event has historically required a coastal development permit to address associated impacts A CDP will be required if all of the following criteria are met: Held between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day Occupy all or a portion of a sandy beach area Involve a charge for general public admission or seating (unless at least 75% of the capacity is provided free of charge)

Special or Temporary Events Potential Impacts to Public Access Reserved Beach (Area + Location) Admission Charges Time of Year Frequency of Events Duration of Events Parking Demand Some temporary events may be subject to CDP unless they meet certain requirements, such as less than a 2 week duration, and have no significant impacts to certain sensitive coastal resources or public access.

Analysis of Special Events 70% have less than 500 participants 25% have more than 1,000 participants Small events peak in spring, occur throughout the year Large events most frequent in summer, followed by fall

Analysis of Special Events Beach area, north of pier most frequently used by events Beach area, south of pier used evenly between spring and summer Pier and Pier Plaza areas used most frequently during summer months

Special Events Policy Considerations Establish maximum number of event days for summer events Different maximums could be identified by size or location Would include set up and breakdown days Balance the location, type, and duration of events Set a threshold for amount of reserved parking permitted Require alternative transportation options/provisions for larger events Require events offset their use of facilities with temporary facilities on other locations Discourage events that include enclosed areas or charge admission

Coastal Act Resources http://www.coastal.ca.gov/enforcement/cdp_pamphlet.pdf http://www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/Comm_Brochure.pdf http://www.coastal.ca.gov/lcp/LUPUpdate/LCPGuidePartI_1_Public Access%20_July2013.pdf http://www.coastal.ca.gov/la/docs/temp_events_guidelines.pdf