La Paz Road - Permanent Improvements

La-Paz-website-banner-Project-Status-UpdateProject status will be provided at the upcoming Traffic & Transportation Commission meeting. Please click here for more information. 

Mobility Enhancements & Permanent Repair Project

The La Paz Road Mobility Enhancements and Permanent Repair Project is focused on improving safety, mobility, and long-term roadway stability along La Paz Road, from Aliso Creek Road to Crown Valley Parkway. La Paz Road is a scenic roadway that serves as a key corridor for residents, visitors, and commuters; however, over time it has experienced significant challenges due to a longstanding landslide and roadway erosion. 

In response to earth movement caused by the landslide affecting the roadway, the City implemented an interim traffic configuration, allowing one lane of traffic in each direction (more information is provided below). While this temporary solution restored two-way traffic on La Paz Road, the City has remained committed to developing a permanent solution. 

Project Goals

  • Implement permanent road repairs and long-term landslide mitigation.
  • Enhance corridor-wide pedestrian and bicycle lanes and connectivity. 
  • Improve vehicular circulation and safety through traffic calming measures. 
  • Boost environmental sustainability and resilience through drought tolerant design. 

La Paz Project Map

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Project Funding

 

In early 2024, the City secured over $15.5 million in grant funding to stabilize the land under La Paz Road, between Rancho Niguel and Kings Road, and for the permanent street repairs. The California Transportation Commission voted unanimously to approve the City of Laguna Niguel’s La Paz Road Project as part of the Local Transportation Climate Adaptation Program (LTCAP) funding. The City’s required funding match is 20% of the total project costs, which is approximately $3.8 million. The City's budget includes for the matching funds in the coming fiscal years. In addition, the City has applied for other grants to fund the City’s match requirements. Receiving this grant takes several years off the timeline originally anticipated to complete the permanent repairs and mobility enhancements on La Paz Road. However, the City needed to move forward with implementing the Long-Term Phase II Plan as it will still take several years to complete the mobility enhancements and permanent repairs. 

To read the OC Register's article regarding the City's $15.5 million grant, please CLICK HERE. 


Expected project outcomes as a result of this grant include:

History & Timeline of La Paz Road


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Past Meetings & Survey

Traffic & Transportation Commission Meeting

When: September 24, 2025 | 7:00pm
Where: City Hall City Council Chambers; 30111 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA
What: A project status update on recommended road and mobility improvements and landslide repair for La Paz Road will be provided to the Traffic & Transportation Commission. 

Survey

When: June 2025-July 2025
Where: Online
What: We solicited your opinion on mobility enhancement alternatives and intersection improvement options along La Paz Road from Aliso Creek Road to Crown Valley Parkway.

Community Meeting #2 

When: Monday, May 19, 2025 | 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Sea Country Senior and Community Center; 24602 Aliso Creek Rd., Laguna Niguel, CA
Missed the meeting? Click here to take a virtual tour of the information provided.

Community Meeting #1 

When: Monday, March 24, 2025 | 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Sea Country Senior and Community Center; 24602 Aliso Creek Rd., Laguna Niguel, CA
Missed the meeting? Click here to take a virtual tour of the information provided.

Check back for upcoming events and opportunities to provide feedback throughout the design process.

Long-Term Phase II Plan

The interim solution, called the 'Long-Term Phase II Plan,' reopened southbound traffic, between Rancho Niguel Road and Kings Road and will be in place for 3-5 years. The Construction Phase for the La Paz Road Long-Term Phase II Project was completed in August 2024, ahead of schedule! The northbound lanes on La Paz were reconfigured to support traffic in both directions, minimizing disruptions while ensuring public safety. 

Please watch the video below to learn more about what the construction phase for Long-Term Phase II Plan entailed. 

The map below displays the current traffic flow on La Paz Road, between Rancho Niguel Road and Kings Road. La Paz Road Traffic Switch Opens in new windowClick image to enlarge.

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We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but your safety is our priority. This page will be actively updated to share the current status of the project. For any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at (949) 362-4337 or email us at lapazmobility@cityoflagunaniguel.org.

  1. STAFF REPORTS & PRESS RELEASES

Staff Reports

  • Please CLICK HERE to read the November 19, 2024 Staff Report.
  • Please CLICK HERE to read the February 20, 2024 Staff Report.
  • Please CLICK HERE to read the May 10, 2023 Staff Report.  
  • Please CLICK HERE to read the August 15, 2023 Staff Report.
  • Please CLICK HERE to read the  November 7, 2023 Staff Report.

Press Releases 

  • Please CLICK HERE to read the Press Release – Laguna Niguel Proclaims Existence of Local Emergency in Response to Recent Earth Movement Under La Paz Road.
  • Please CLICK HERE to read the Press Release - Laguna Niguel City Council Approves Interim Plan to Restore Two-Way Traffic Along Northbound La Paz Road.