Home Stabilization Information

Applications for Temporary Housing, Storage and Foundational Support Systems Now Available

On September 3, 2024, the City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 687U, which established regulations and procedures to install temporary measures to preserve existing structures and to authorize temporary housing on properties within the Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex. Temporary solutions include placing homes on cargo structures and other leveling systems, such as I-beams, installing alternative foundation systems, and using temporary modular housing and storage while repairs are made. Temporary solutions are permitted through December 31, 2026, unless extended by the City Council.

Permits are required for the installation of the temporary improvements. Fees are being waived during the emergency. Applications are now available at the links below:

Always verify licenses when considering hiring a contractor. You can verify a contractor’s license by looking it up with the California Contractors State License Board at cslb.ca.gov or by calling 800-321-2752. Then, verify that your contractor has a photo ID that matches the name on their license.

The applications outline submittal and processing requirements. For more information, please contact the City’s Planning Division at (310) 544-5228 or via email at Planning@rpvca.gov.