What are LAFCOs?LAFCOs were created by the California Legislature in 1963 with regulatory and planning responsibilities to coordinate the timely development of local…
Are LAFCOs independent agencies?Yes. LAFCOs are independent political subdivisions of the State of California tasked with administering a section of planning law known as the Cortese…
Do LAFCOs consider local conditions in each county?Yes. Each LAFCO is responsible for fulfilling its regulatory and planning responsibilities outlined under the Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government…
Who pays for LAFCOs?State law establishes a "pay-to-play" formula in terms of funding LAFCOs. Any local agency whose council or board members are eligible to be…
What are special districts?Special districts serve important roles in growth management in California given they are responsible for providing a range of municipal services…
Do LAFCOs oversee school districts?No. School districts fall under their own section of State law. LAFCOs do not oversee school districts in any way, although proposals for new school…
Are LAFCOs subject to the Brown Act and the Political Reform Act?Yes. LAFCOs' members are subject to the same laws and restrictions that apply to all locally elected officials with respect to ensuring all actions…
How long does it take to process a proposal?In Napa County, as a general rule, proposals are processed and presented to Commissioners for consideration within three to five months from the time…
How does one appeal a LAFCO decision?Appealing a LAFCO decision is limited to requesting the Commission reconsider its action if there are new facts to present that were not in evidence…
