Have questions about propane conversions and solar energy?

Since Monday’s SoCalGas shutoffs in the Portuguese Bend community, the City has heard from many residents who are interested in switching to alternatives for natural gas service. SCE’s announcement Tuesday evening of potential de-energization in the landslide area has also prompted many inquiries about solar power.

To help guide residents, the City has created informational handouts about the Community Development Department’s expedited permitting programs for these projects:

• Alternatives for Natural Gas Service (PDF)
• Residential Solar Energy Systems (PDF)

If you have questions or to schedule an appointment to obtain a permit (recommended), please contact the Building and Safety Division at 310-544-5280 or BuildingSafety@rpvca.gov.

July 31, 2024 Landslide Q&A Recording

If you were not able to attend or tune into the Landslide Community Q&A held at the Ladera Linda Community Center last night, a recording is now available on RPVtv's YouTube channel. Additional Q&A sessions are planned to hear your concerns and find support and solutions.

Coming Soon: Information Center

City staff is coordinating with the Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) to establish an information center featuring county services, state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and emergency preparedness resources to support impacted residents. This may include a station to submit over-the-counter permit applications to the City’s Building and Safety Division for propane conversions and solar projects and to submit requests to Public Works. Stay tuned for details in the coming days on this popup center planned for the Ladera Linda Community Center.

The City is assisting the Portuguese Bend Community Association with concurrently conducting a resource fair for contractors and vendors on products and services for impacted residents.  

Ongoing Requests to State and Federal Officials for Financial Assistance 

The City continues to plead with our state and federal officials for financial assistance to help individuals impacted by the landslide emergency and assist the City cover skyrocketing costs to maintain critical infrastructure. Yesterday, City staff sent letters to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) urgently requesting individual financial assistance, and to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) seeking financial assistance for the repair and maintenance of Palos Verdes Drive South. Copies of the letters are available on the City website: 

• Letter to FEMA and Cal OES (PDF)
• Letter to FHWA (PDF)

Be Ready, RPV.

We know the uncertainty posed by the landslide emergency is distressing, and your safety and well-being are our top priorities. Please take time now to prepare your family for an emergency:

• Keep an emergency supply kit
• Download our evacuation packing list (PDF)
• Make a plan for your family
• Sign up for Alert SouthBay emergency alerts by texting “alertrpv” to 888-777
• Go to PVPready.gov to Know Your Zone
• Check socalgas.com/rpv for the latest updates from SoCalGas
• Check sce.com/rpv for the latest updates from SCE

As a reminder, it’s critical for the safety of you and your neighbors to report utility emergencies. If you see a downed power line, leave the area immediately and call 9-1-1, then call SCE at 1-800-611-1911. If you suspect a natural gas leak, evacuate the area immediately, and from a safe location, call SoCalGas at 1-800-427-2200. Report water leaks to Cal Water at 855-RPV-LEAK (855-778-5325).

The City will continue to provide regular community updates at rpvca.gov/landmovement. 

Questions?

If you have questions, please email landmovement@rpvca.gov. 

Media Inquiries

If you have a media inquiry related to land movement in the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, please contact the City’s communications partner, Tripepi Smith, with your questions at RPVMedia@TripepiSmith.com. They will also add you to our media list so you receive our listserv updates, press releases and media advisories.