Las Flores Canyon Creek Restoration & Las Flores Creek Park Project

Las Flores Canyon Creek Restoration & Las Flores Creek Park Project

The project proposes the following: (1) ecological restoration of approximately 3.7 acres of Las Flores Canyon Creek, including removal of existing hard bank (grouted rock) protection, reducing the slope of streambanks where feasible, providing floodplain habitat enhancements, providing in-stream structures for grade control and habitat, removing non-native vegetation, and planting with native species; (2) enhancement of approximately 4.4 acres of park area located in the area between the creek and Las Flores Canyon Road, including installation or replacement of picnic facilities, a public restroom, pathways, and children's play areas, with additional enhancements along Rambla Pacifico Road, including parking, walkways, and a pedestrian bridge across the creek; and (3) dismantling and removing existing and remnant structures, including a house, garage, and various foundation and chimney structures. The City's Local Coastal Program Local Implementation Plan indicates that environmentally sensitive habitat area (ESHA) is mapped on virtually all of the property involved in the project due to the location of Las Flores Canyon Creek. Therefore, all project activities would take place in ESHA or ESHA buffer. The project as designed is expected to result in net benefits to ESHA and increase public access to coastal resources.

Malibu

Los Angeles