Municipal Code Amendment & Regulatory Streamlining Consulting

The City of Laguna Beach is seeking consulting services to amend its municipal codes, specifically Titles 21, 22, and 25, with the goal of streamlining design review and permitting processes. The contractor will be responsible for drafting precise legal language to update these codes, ensuring they align with modern regulatory efficiency standards while maintaining compliance and public safety. This work involves deep engagement with city staff, planning departments, and other relevant stakeholders to identify bottlenecks, gather input, and build consensus around proposed changes that reduce redundancy and accelerate project approvals without compromising oversight. The effort is focused on achieving operational efficiencies within the city’s regulatory framework, particularly for development and construction projects, by removing unnecessary procedural barriers. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 921140, indicating it falls under governmental administrative services. Performance is localized to Laguna Beach, California, with the work directed at improving local governance processes. The solicitation was posted in July 2026, and the initiative reflects a broader push to modernize municipal code administration in a way that supports economic development, transparency, and responsive public service delivery.