Land Use Development Near Streams
The following information is for Land Use Development Near Streams :
The Santa Clara Valley Water Resources Protection Collaborative (Water Collaborative) was established in 2002, bringing together the County of Santa Clara, the Santa Clara Valley Water District, 15 cities, and various other governmental and non-governmental entities to promote stream protection, and to develop a consensus-based, more unified approach to land use and development near streams.
The Water Collaborative concluded the most significant of its efforts in 2006 with the adoption of the “GUIDELINES & STANDARDS FOR LAND USE NEAR STREAMS: A Manual of Tools, Standards, and Procedures to Protect Streams and Streamside Resource in Santa Clara County.”
In February of 2007, the Los Altos City Council adopted a resolution approving the use of the “Guidelines & Standards” publication and related informational materials by City departments in the conduct of their missions and functions, including review of development applications and in the design and construction of City projects.
With the completion of its primary goals and responsibilities, the Collaborative has agreed to continue to meet and discuss issues related to the implementation of the Guidelines & Standards on an annual basis, to share information and insights, discuss possible improvements to standards and procedures, and generally promote further efforts to improve stream environments.
Santa Clara Valley Water District Guidelines and Standards For Land Use Near Streams.
If your property directly abuts a creek or stream, please consult with the Santa Clara Valley Water District Community Projects Review Unit via phone at 408-630-2650 or via email at cpru@valleywater.org.
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City of Los Altos Resolution 07-03
