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San Rafael commission backs General Plan update to link hazard mitigation plan and boost disaster reimbursement

San Rafael Planning Commission · April 15, 2026
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Summary

The commission unanimously recommended a General Plan amendment to add the city's local hazard mitigation plan link to the safety and resilience element to meet AB 2140; staff said the change could increase state/federal disaster reimbursement by roughly 6% on eligible costs.

The San Rafael Planning Commission voted April 14 to recommend City Council adopt an amendment to the General Plan safety and resilience element that formally links the city’s plan to the county’s multi‑jurisdictional local hazard mitigation plan (LHMP). Staff said the change is intended to meet Assembly Bill 2140 requirements and to preserve eligibility for…

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