The Latest Updates

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Battery Energy Storage Systems Ordinance (REF260006) Meeting Join the County of Monterey Housing and Community Development Department and District 2 for an informational kick off meeting on the development of proposed regulations of Batter Energy Storage Systems (BESS) facilities in the unincorporated areas of Monterey County. March 18, 2026 5:30pm Prunedale Grange Hall 17890 Moro Rd, Salinas, CA 93907   

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COMING SOON! The County of Monterey will formally submit the third draft Sixth Cycle (2023-2031) Housing Element Update (HEU6) to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (CA HCD). Stay tuned!

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EDEN Housing to provide housing information, referrals, and assistance:

• ECHO Housing Informational Events
• ECHO Housing General Information

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The HCD 2026 Land Use Fee Update is now available.

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The County of Monterey is suspending enforcement of Two specific provisions for vacation rentals/homestay ordinances while a court challenge is underway.

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NEW! Attention: Building Code Change: Effective January 1, 2026 all plan submittals MUST conform to the 2025 California Building Standards Code and Local Amendments.

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2025 Home Hardening and Defensible Space Resources for Existing Homes

• Wildfire Home Retrofit Guide

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The Greater Monterey Peninsula and Carmel Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee (LUAC) are actively seeking new members. English | Spanish

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SB330 - Builders Remedy Resources

The “Builder’s Remedy” refers to a provision of state law that allows developers to propose, and may require cities and counties to approve, housing development projects (including mixed-use projects) that meet certain affordability criteria but do not comply with the local General Plan or zoning, under specific circumstances. Read more information about Builders Remedy Resources.

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Housing and Community Development Online Services>How to Register for a Citizen Access Account

Setting up a Citizen Access account is the first step toward submitting land use permit applications online. Visit our Online Permit Information page for the latest information regarding online application submittal.

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Storm Resources

Stay informed on all the latest storm updates and announcements in English and Spanish.

• The Department of Emergency Management
• FEMA Map Service Center
• SBA Disaster Assistance

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The County of Monterey has developed educational materials as part of an ongoing program to remove discriminatory language from property documents.

Old property records may contain restrictions which prevent certain people from buying, selling, or leasing property, restrictions which are now against the law.

You can find out more about this Restrictive Covenant Modification program at: Restrictive Covenant Modifications | County of Monterey, CA.

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Noise Control Ordinance Amendment, February 6, 2024 Call 831-755-5177 to reach the Noise Complaint Hotline.

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Wildfire Recovery Information for Repair & Reconstruction

• More Wildfire Recovery Information Can be Found Here.
  

• Extension of Soberanes/Chimney Fire Recovery Guidelines