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• PPCC Land Use Tenets

  Position Paper January 20, 2026

  Land UseLand Use Reports

  This document compiles Pacific Palisades Community Council's land use positions from 2006 to 2025, showing consistent support for the Commercial Village and Neighborhoods Specific Plan while opposing density legislation that bypasses local control or compromises public safety, particularly in fire hazard zones. The council recognizes property rights and affordable housing needs but emphasizes strict adherence to planning regulations and environmental review requirements.

  

• PPCC Positions Land Use Matters-2001-25R

  Position Paper January 20, 2026

  Land UseUrban ForestLand Use Reports

  This document compiles Pacific Palisades Community Council positions on development projects and land use matters from 2001 to 2025, organized by category including coastal projects, variances/exceptions, and other land use matters. The positions reflect the council's concerns regarding issues such as geologic stability, traffic impacts, environmental effects, and community compatibility, along with their support or opposition to various permit applications and project modifications.

  

• PPCC Grants Cmtee Statement

  Position Paper October 28, 2025

  Community LifeCommunity SupportAgendas

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council, a 53-year-old nonprofit, established a Grants Committee to distribute fire recovery donations to organizations and projects that help the community rebuild. The committee operates with volunteer members, clear grant guidelines, and conflict-of-interest rules to ensure fair and transparent allocation of funds.

  

• FireAid Support1

  Position Paper August 18, 2025

  Palisades Fire 2025MinutesPolicy & Advocacy

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council issued a letter commending FireAid's philanthropic response to the Palisades and Eaton fires, noting that nearly $75 million has been distributed to over 160 nonprofits and organizations for recovery services including housing, legal aid, and mental health support. The Council acknowledged initial questions about fund allocation but stated that subsequent information and third-party audits have demonstrated the effectiveness and integrity of FireAid's grantmaking.

  

• PPCC Position-Housing Density-Funding

  Position Paper June 16, 2025

  Land UsePlanning & Density

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council opposes state housing density legislation including SB 9 and SB 10 without accompanying funding mechanisms to support impacts on infrastructure, public safety, and municipal services, and requests a pause on enacted legislation and opposition to pending measures lacking such funding. The council notes that increased density without state funding exacerbates challenges in areas vulnerable to wildfire, evacuation constraints, and other environmental hazards.

  

• PPCC Statement and Request re CC&RsF

  Position Paper February 28, 2025

  Palisades Fire 2025MinutesPolicy & Advocacy

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council requests that the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety notify all building permit applicants in the 90272 zip code area that their parcels may be subject to recorded Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) that impose additional restrictions beyond LADBS approvals, and for Tract 9300 applicants, encourage voluntary compliance with Civic League Guidelines. The request was adopted by the PPCC Board on February 27, 2025.

  

• Proposed PPCC Statement-Request

  Position Paper February 23, 2025

  Environment & Public Spaces

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council requests that the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety notify building permit applicants in the 90272 zip code about potential CC&Rs restrictions and require structural engineer certification for retaining walls before permit issuance. The statement was recommended to the PPCC board on February 27, 2025.

  

• PPCC Policy Statement - Density & Public Safety

  Position Paper February 16, 2025

  Land UseLegislationPlanning & Density

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council issued a policy statement reiterating its opposition to increased housing density in the community, citing public safety concerns highlighted by the January 7, 2025 Palisades Fire, including limited evacuation routes and narrow hillside streets. The council calls on government officials to ensure rebuilding occurs on a like-for-like basis while preserving single-family neighborhoods.

  

• PPCC EC Statement re SB 9 & 10

  Position Paper September 18, 2021

  Land UsePlanning & Density

  The Pacific Palisades Community Council Executive Committee expresses grave concern about SB 9 and SB 10, which eliminate single-family zoning and allow local governments to override voter-approved land protections to permit multi-unit housing, citing particular safety risks for the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone due to increased density affecting wildfire evacuation routes. The committee plans to work with city officials and state representatives to explore local regulations and state legislation that could mitigate adverse impacts on fire hazard areas.

  

• PPCC Community Interest Statement 8-12-21

  Position Paper August 19, 2021

  GovernanceMinutesMotionsWrac

  Pacific Palisades Community Council submitted a statement to the Los Angeles City Redistricting Commission expressing support for maintaining current City Council District 11 boundaries, citing shared community planning with Brentwood, geographic isolation, beach community identity, and regional interests west of the 405 Freeway. The statement details Pacific Palisades' characteristics including its fire hazard vulnerability, recreational and cultural significance, and community-minded governance.