3-26-2024 9:04pm

Lot owner proposes zoning variance to build close to stream

Chris Clasen Editor

Rendition

By Jolene Jang

A developer is proposing to build on a critical area 12 feet from a stream that normally requires a 115-foot buffer
This project seeks a "variance" from city codes, essentially bypassing environmental regulations meant to protect sensitive areas.
If approved, this sets a dangerous precedent for future development and could lead to increased flooding, landslides, and habitat destruction.

The following LFP codes would need to potentially be waived:

16.16.130 Mitigation sequencing
16.16.290 Landslide hazard areas
16.16.310 Steep slope hazard areas
16.14.030 Definitions. Critical root zones
16.16.355 Streams
16.24.250 Development in floodplains
16.16.290 Landslide hazard areas
16.16.320 Wetlands
16.16.380 Fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas.
16.24.100 Soil and erosion control

How You Can Make A Difference

Write to the city planner urging them to uphold the environmental code. nholland@cityoflfp.gov It would be great to hear from arborists, geotechs, soil scientists, biologists, habitat restoration and environmental planners.
Attend the upcoming hearing (details to be confirmed – likely April/May).

Website with expert comments, see background information, example comments.

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Shoshana Lianu Neighbor

3-27-2024 9:51am

Thank you Jolene for posting such an informative article and video. I hope all residents take action to stop project!

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Nigel Keiffer Neighbor

3-31-2024 12:39am

LFP needs more single family homes and fewer environmental and climate change extremists.

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Janne Kaje Neighbor

2-01-2026 6:55pm

Chris - You claim to have tried to reach the Planning Commission vice-Chair and got no response. I have no record of you attempting to contact me. No emails, not even in my Junk folder, no voice mails. Nothing. I am a volunteer. Show some class, correct your statement, or send proof.

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Sam Castic Neighbor

2-02-2026 6:11am

I am currently the volunteer chair of the Planning Commission, and received no requests for comment about this article. Public comment is always welcome at our Planning Commission meetings. Our meeting agendas are published in advance on the LFP City website at

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Joan Beckstrom Neighbor

2-02-2026 2:32pm

Ashton McCartney broke public trust by promising NOT to run to retain the council seat, then waging a write-in campaign to do just that. McCartney does not deserve our trust again.