The City of Half Moon Bay will amend its Certified LCP with a comprehensive update to the LCP IP—Zoning maps, zoning and subdivision codes to align the plan with the updated LUP and new state laws. Smaller updates to Municipal Code chapters outside of the Implementation Plan will be necessary to create internal consistency and update minor permitting processes, such as sign permits, tree permits, and landscape and architectural review. 

Response to Consultant Questions - posted 02/11/2026

Objectives:

• Develop the zoning and procedural codes to implement the LUP, including measures to implement climate adaptation policies and vegetation management for fire safety.
• Update the IP to promote social equity and environmental justice including the fair treatment of people of all races, cultures, incomes, and national origins.
• Create internal consistency with City planning documents and within the Municipal Code.
• Consider mapping the CDP Categorical Exclusion Areas identified in the current IP.
• Consider mapping the Workforce Housing Overlay identified in the LUP.
• Incorporate procedures for complying with housing laws passed since the 2020 LUP update that apply in the Coastal Zone.
• Overhaul the IP to make it easier to use and update incrementally.

The City of Half Moon Bay is searching for a Consultant with professional -level public or private sector experience developing implementation regulations for policy-level documents.

Please review the attached RFP, included instructions and critical dates.