The General Plan Process
The General Plan Update is a pivotal opportunity to shape the future of Solvang. Through the Update process, the City and its consultants (General Plan Team), with input from the public and stakeholders, will consider new, pertinent topics, such as climate change and resiliency, environmental justice, and public health, to ensure Solvang is positioned to achieve its vision for the future.
As the Update progresses, this website will be your primary source for information. Please check back for drafts of project documents and opportunities to engage in the Update process— including dates and times of events and meetings.
Land Use Alternatives Report Available for Review!
The Land Use Alternatives Report contains a series of potential land use alternatives, specifically related to future land use choices (alternatives) and circulation/mobility options. The potential land use alternatives are based on community feedback collected at the beginning of the project. The Report outlines a range of scenarios and the impact of each for the community’s consideration. The community was provided an opportunity to weigh in on the findings during Community Workshop #3, where all comments, suggestions, and ideas will be presented to City Council for their consideration. Decision-makers will then be asked to weigh the costs and benefits of each alternative presented in the Report and to select a “preferred land use alternative.” The preferred land use alternative will be combined with community input and the City’s Guiding Principles, to guide the development of General Plan goals, policies, and implementation programs through the conclusion of the update process.
Adopted Guiding Principles
On August 23, 2021, at a Joint Study Session, the City Council and Planning Commission adopted a set of General Plan Guiding Principles for the Solvang General Plan Update. The Guiding Principles express the key values and aspirations for Solvang's future and serve as guideposts for the goals, policies, and implementation programs contained in the General Plan. All General Plan goals, policies, and implementation programs will need to be consistent with Guiding Principles.
You can also view the Workbook as a flipbook on screen below.
Existing Conditions and Trends Workbook
As part of the General Plan Update, the City is happy to announce the publication of the Existing Conditions and Trends Workbook. The Workbook tells a story of Solvang – where it has been, where it is today, and the trends that will shape its future.
Click here to download the Workbook.
Existing Conditions and Trends StoryMap
Want to look at the information in a new way that lets you explore the maps and zoom into your neighborhood? Try our online StoryMap, an interactive version of the Workbook that includes video, photos, and interactive maps.
Click here to use the StoryMap version.
Join the Conversation
Provide your email address to stay up to date on meetings and key milestones. The General Plan Team will send out timely emails throughout the process regarding upcoming events, workshops, meetings, and project documents.
Click the orange "eMail List" tab on the right edge of this website to sign up.
PlanSOLVANG
City of Solvang
Planning Division
Attn: Rafael Castillo, AICP, Planning Manager
411 2nd Street
Solvang, CA 93463
Phone: (805) 688-5575
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