The Orange County Transportation Authority has submitted an Emergency Coastal Develop Permit to the California Coastal Commission to start work that will help ensure uninterrupted rail service
Orange County Transportation Authority today submitted an Emergency Coastal Development Permit to the California Coastal Commission to expedite work to stabilize four areas most vulnerable to failure above the railroad track through San Clemente.
ORANGE – Passenger rail service through San Clemente will be suspended beginning Monday, April 28, to allow for crews to safely conduct emergency construction aimed at stabilizing sections of track at immediate risk from landslides and coastal erosion.
On March 31, OCTA submitted an Emergency Coastal Development Permit to the California Coastal Commission to expedite work to stabilize four areas most vulnerable to failure above the railroad track through San Clemente.
OCTA is exploring viable offshore and inland sand sources to support erosion control measures. Environmental studies and permitting processes are actively being pursued to expedite approvals and ensure efficient project implementation.
California Coastal Commission Approves Coastal Development Permit On May 7, the California Coastal Commission unanimously approved a request for a Coastal Development Permit to construct a catchment wall at Mariposa Point and restore the pedestrian trail.
The Coastal Rail Emergency Project is working in four Reinforcement Areas to address threats from slope and beach erosion, which is essential to keeping the community safe and rail operations running smoothly. This work includes reinforcing the track and replenishing sand.
On May 7, the California Coastal Commission approved a request for a Coastal Development Permit to construct a catchment wall at Mariposa Point and restore the pedestrian trail. The permit authorizes the construction of a 1,400-foot-long catchment wall in Area 3, on the inland side of the track.
INSTRUCTIONS: After reading the attached Emergency Permit, please sign this form and return to the South Coast District Office within 15 working days from the permit’s date (i.e., by May 1, 2025).
The Coastal Commission approved the emergency Coastal Development Permit for Areas 1 and 2, portions of work in Area 3, and Coastal Commission staff has requested more information as to why an emergency exists in Area 4.