The 2026 LHMP is Being Updated Now!
About the Plan
The Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) evaluates hazard vulnerabilities and outlines mitigation actions that local jurisdictions will implement to minimize injuries, property damage, and community disruptions caused by disasters. It addresses both natural and human-caused hazards, including flooding, drought, wildfires, landslides, severe weather, terrorism, cyber threats, pandemics, and the impacts of climate change.
The Multijurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, originally approved in 2021, was developed through a collaborative regional effort to reduce risks from natural and human-caused disasters. The plan is now due for an update in accordance with the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) 2022 policy revisions.
This page will be updated as the project progresses.
The Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan is now available for public comment!
The San Mateo County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) is a county-wide effort involving 36 San Mateo County jurisdictions and special districts to identify natural hazard risks, such as floods, wildfires, earthquakes, and severe weather. The plan outlines actions to reduce damage before disasters happen, protect people, homes, and businesses.
The LHMP public comment period will be held from May 15 - June 15, 2026
Community members are invited to review the draft plan and share their comments. Your feedback will help ensure the plan reflects local experiences and priorities, strengthening the county's ability to secure state and federal funding for future mitigation projects.
How to Review the Draft Plan
Please share your feedback through this form in English, Spanish, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, and/or Tagalog.
Cities & Towns
Special Districts
2021 LHMP here:
Contact Information
Alina Haddad, Department of Emergency Management
Email us: ahaddad@smcgov.org