On September 27th the TRPA Governing Board endorsed 5 Shoreline Plan Alternatives that will now go to the environmental consultant for analysis. This analysis of the alternatives, including the Preferred Alternative 1 on which so much effort has been based, will be completed by next summer. Once the environmental review has concluded, public hearings will proceed through the summer of 2018 with final adoption concluding by the end of the year.
5 Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Alternatives
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EIS Alternative |
Goal |
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Alt. 1—Shoreline Plan (Preferred Alternative) |
Works to enhance the recreational experience along Lake Tahoe’s shores while protecting the environment and responsibly planning for the future. |
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Alt. 2—Existing TRPA Shorezone Regulations (No Project) |
Maintains the existing Regional Plan Shorezone Goals and Policies and the existing Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Shorezone Code. |
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Alt. 3—Prioritize Access Development |
Works to increase opportunities for private and boater access by increasing allowable shoreline structures. |
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Alt. 4—Limit New Development |
Works to reduce the risk of environmental impacts by further limiting new shoreline development. |
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Alt. 5—Expand Public Access and Reduce Existing Development |
Works to expand public access, reduce existing shoreline development, and increase restoration in order to minimize the risk of environmental harm. |
TLOA supports the Preferred Alternative 1.
As a key stakeholder in the Shoreline Plan process, TLOA will continue to represent all lakefront property owners' rights and our commitment to the protection of the Lake Tahoe environment.
