CITY LAND USAGE
With the population increasing almost on a daily basis, city officials are hoping to make the most of what land is available for the next 20 to 25 years. City Hall will pay $1,648,830 to receive an update on how to best frame the land-use and urban design plans for the future.
The update will focus on land issues in Santa Monica’s commercial and residential areas, as well as provide an analysis and reshaping of the zoning code. The firm chosen to redesign Santa Monica’s land use policy was chosen because of its experience working in other built-out cities such as downtown Chicago and Sacramento.
The Dyett & Bhatia Co. will conduct a two-year study of the sustainability, livability and smart growth of Santa Monica.
Resident involvement will be asked for by creating interactive newsletters, a Web site, and holding community workshops.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on July 13, 2004. Read the original PDF.