General Plan
Overview
Required by the California Government Code, a General Plan determines where and how parcels of land within the city be used. In essence, it is the official statement of how the City of La Palma will change, or not change, over the next twenty years. The General Plan contains goals and policies on what is expected when decisions on public or private developments come before the Planning Commission and City Council.
Purpose
The General Plan is intended to guide and influence future development related decisions. To do that, it contains goals and policies that provide guidance for City officials. Goals describe general conditions that are desired. Policies state guidance to be used in future decision making. Any topic for which a goal is stated can be assumed to be an important factor in realizing the City’s Vision. If there is a goal, there will always be a policy to carry it out. Often, there will be several.
La Palma's Vision for the General Plan
| Vision |
The power to imagine a future that sustains the positive values of the present. |
| Family |
People united by common values, convictions, and aspirations. |
| Pride of Ownership |
Caring enough about one’s home to invest in it continually. |
| Opportunity |
The chance to prosper according to one’s commitment and ability. |
| Security |
Freedom from fear of one’s person or property being violated. |
