Alternative Review Program
Review of Agricultural Grading Projects
Upper Salinas-Las Tablas Resource Conservation District
in cooperation with
Coastal San Luis Resource Conservation District

Does Your Project Qualify for ARP?

If you own a farm or ranch or are a grading designer for agricultural lands, you may qualify for the Resource Conservation Districts' Alternative Review Program (ARP) for your agricultural grading project. The San Luis Obispo County Planning and Building Department has a contract with the Resource Conservation District (RCD) to allow approval of certain grading for agricultural uses.

The Alternative Review process applies to Level Three agricultural grading projects as
referenced in the Inland Grading Ordinance Section Title 22 such as, but not limited to:

1. Ponds and reservoirs,
2. Creation of new agricultural support roads on slopes of over 30%,
3. Grading hillside benches for orchards and vineyards on slopes over 30%,
4. Stream bank protection and
5. Waste management systems.

The alternative review will include:

1. Initial consultation/project planning with applicant
2. Review and approval of design plans provided by the applicant
3. Construction inspection of the project

Fees and Services:
The RCD's fee for Alternative Review varies depending upon the complexity of the project.
Other services, such as project design assistance and guidance, are available.

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