Coastal Resilience Planning

California Coastal Commission

What does it fund?

Provides funds to support local governments in completing or updating Local Coastal Programs (LCP) consistent with the California Coastal Act, with special emphasis on planning for sea level rise and climate change. Grant-funded work has included the completion of sea level rise vulnerability assessments, technical studies, economic analyses, adaptation planning and reports, public outreach and engagement, and LCP policy development.

Who is eligible for funds?

Local agencies in the coastal zone. The Coastal Commission also utilizes funds to implement state operations.

How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?

The Coastal Commission has a robust Environmental Justice policy and Social Equity component. Through the Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan procedures, applicant selection requires local coastal plans to reach priority populations through the direct engagement of communities in the local planning process and through the eventual implementation of policies that provide benefits, such as through land use policies that build better public transportation.

How do I access funds?

Coastal Commission grant funding is generally available on a yearly basis through competitive grant application. Please check the program website for more information.