Regulatory natural hazard zones drawn by city and county planners are where “the rubber meets the road.” California law requires municipalities to publish a long-range vision called the General Plan. Its “Safety Element” maps local hazards that are unique or often differ from the state zones. Because they can affect a building-permit decision and limit the buyer’s use of the property, the Safety Element zones should be disclosed if applicable.
Hosted by Geologist Patrick McClellan, B.Sc., M.A., CA PG# 3854