Draft Plan

The East San Fernando Valley Transit Neighborhood Plan effort consists of five main components:

Policy Document: A document that represents the land use vision for the study area; it contains goals, policies, and implementation programs which help guide decision-making around the future development of the community.
Land Use Map: Select properties in the study area will receive a new land use designation which determines the general uses that are permitted and sets an envelope for the density and intensity at which the property can be developed.
Zoning: Select properties in the study area will also receive a new zone string which applies specific regulations around how a property can be developed, including the scale and height of the building, how the ground floor interacts with the street, the specific activities that can occur, pedestrian access, landscaping and more. The ESFV TNP will be utilizing new zones created through the City’s new comprehensive zoning code.
Mobility Plan Updates: The City’s Mobility Plan 2035 will be updated to better match existing conditions and/or to better align with future projects (e.g., the incoming Metro ESFV LRT).
Environmental Review: State law requires environmental review to analyze and develop mitigation measures for potential impacts resulting from the plan, including from anticipated growth in housing, population and employment.

Draft plan goals and land use concepts will be developed and shared in the next "Share Phase" of the work program. Please check back soon for more information.

Guiding Principles

The following Guiding Principles represent major points of agreement among stakeholders about the valued qualities of their community and their long-term priorities and aspirations for the future. They lay the foundation for the goals, policies, and implementation programs that will be developed for the plan and will be included in the final policy document. The Team welcomes input on the guiding principles via email at planning.esfvtnp@lacity.org.

Equitable Communities Accommodate anticipated population growth in a strategic manner by offering a variety of housing options for all segments of the community

Climate Resilient Communities Encourage development that is climate resilient and promotes sustainability

Economically Viable Communities Advance a thriving and inclusive local economy that honors diverse legacy and future businesses, including small businesses

Well-Connected & Healthy Communities Promote neighborhoods that offer a range of amenities and services while providing safe access for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders

Vibrant Communities Enhance community identity, sense of belonging, and sense of place by creating inviting and inspiring building design and public open spaces

Read more about East San Fernando Valley Transit Neighborhood Plan

Draft Plan

The Southwest Valley Community Plan consists of 3 main components: the Policy Text, General Plan Land Use Designation Map, and Zoning Map. Please see the latest draft of these materials below.

Draft Land Use Chapter of Policy Plan - Winter 2024
Encino – Tarzana
Canoga Park – Winnetka – Woodland Hills – West Hills
Reseda – West Van Nuys - Lake Balboa

Draft Updated General Plan Land Use Map - Winter 2024
Encino – Tarzana
Canoga Park – Winnetka – Woodland Hills – West Hills
Reseda – West Van Nuys - Lake Balboa

Draft Interactive Zoning Map for the Southwest Valley - Winter 2024
The Southwest Valley Community Plan Updates will use new zones created through the City’s comprehensive zoning code update and implemented through the Encino-Tarzana, Reseda-West Van Nuys-Lake Balboa, and Canoga Park-Winnetka-Woodland Hills-West Hills Plan Updates. To view zoning details for a specific property or address, please visit the Interactive Zoning Map. For information on the new zoning code please view this series of informational videos.

Topical Handouts- Winter 2024
These handouts summarize the Southwest Valley Community Plan’s objectives and approach to varying topics.

Ways to provide your feedback:

Virtual Office Hours
The Plan Update team is holding virtual office hours where stakeholders can sign up to meet one-on-one with planning staff. The office hours provide an opportunity for more in-depth discussions of topics relevant to the Southwest Valley Community Plan Updates. To sign up for an appointment, fill out the Appointment Request Form.

Feedback Form
You may also provide written comments on the draft proposals via this Feedback Form.

Other Community Engagement Opportunities
The Southwest Valley team will be reaching out to neighborhood councils and other community organizations to set up opportunities to discuss our draft proposal and answer questions. If you’d like us to attend your meeting, please reach out to planning.swvalley@lacity.org. We will share information about future scheduled meetings on our project website soon.

Guiding Principles

The following Guiding Principles represent the long-term priorities for the Southwest Valley Community Plans. They reflect what we've heard through our outreach and topics that have arisen through technical research. They ultimately seek to create sustainable, equitable, inclusive, and healthy communities for residents, workers, and visitors of the Southwest Valley. Please provide your input on these as they are still draft, and will be included in the updated Community Plan policy documents.