Airport Land Use Commission | San Joaquin Council of Governments, CA

Commission Overview

The Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) determines the type of development allowed near and surrounding the six public access airports within San Joaquin County. Commissions have been established for all counties with public use airports within the state of California. ALUCs are formed with the specific intent of implementing state law (Public Utilities Code) regarding airports and surrounding land use compatibility. The SJCOG Board of Directors serve as the San Joaquin County Airport Land Use Commission.

Duties

The Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) for the Environs of Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK) was updated in February 2018 for consistency with the adopted Airport Layout Plan (ALP) for SCK, dated October 2016. The Countywide Land Use Compatibility Plan ALUCP (covering all other airports within San Joaquin) was also minorly updated for consistency with the Stockton Metropolitan ALUCP.

These documents provide the guidance intended to minimize the public's exposure to excessive noise and safety hazards, as well as ensure that the approaches to airports are kept clear of structures and other conflicts that could pose an aviation safety hazard.

Depending on location and type, proposed new land uses need to conform to the guidelines stipulated in the ALUCP. It is the responsibility of ALUC/SJCOG staff to work collaboratively with the incorporated cities and the County of San Joaquin, developers, and the public at-large to ensure that consistency is maintained between local land-use decision making process and the strategic areas surrounding each of the public access airports.

*2009 Countywide ALUCP applies to all airports within the San Joaquin County except Stockton Metropolitan.
Common Issues

“Hazard to Flight” increases the risk of a safe and clear path for airplanes.

“Bird strikes” have been identified multiple times as a possible “Hazard to Flight.”