Planning

In March 2024, the City kicked off the interactive process of creating the new Comprehensive Plan that will guide Homer residents, leaders, organizations, and partners over the next twenty years.

The Planning Commission Draft of the Transportation Plan is here!

The Comission is reviewing the plan during the month of April, with a a public hearing scheduled for May 1st. After the hearing, the Commission will make a recommendation to the City Council. The document goes to the Kenai Peninsula Borough for final approval and adoption. Stay tuned!

You can submit comments and testimony to the Commission Here 

How do I vacate a utility easement?

Coastal bluff failure poses a hazard to the City of Homer. The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) created this report, associated maps, and GIS layers and data tables.

Coastal Bluff Stability Assessment for Homer, Alaska

Originally built in 1956 as the Homer High School, the HERC (Homer Education and Recreation Complex) is a two-story structure consisting of three distinct spaces (a lower level gymnasium wing, an upper level classroom wing, and a center two-story space that connects the two wings). It is located west of Pioneer Avenue on Woodside Avenue and the Sterling Highway. The property encompasses 4.3 acres, and includes an additional older two story former school building, which is currently used by the Public Works Department.

The City of Homer developed a Wayfinding and Streetscape Plan in 2022. The goal of the project was to develop a thoughtful wayfinding plan and an inviting streetscape improvement plan that supports a vibrant Pioneer Avenue corridor, Central Business District, and connections to the Homer Spit.

Updated April 26, 2021

As of April 26, 2021, Planning staff is available to meet in person at City Hall. The Clerk's Office entrance is open daily 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  When you arrive, please call our office at the number below and we will meet you at the front entrance. If possible, please give us a call ahead of time to schedule a meeting.

Planning Staff, as always, also provides services via phone and email, and will continue to maintain an outside pick-up/drop-off cabinet and box.

The Homer Education and Recreation Complex (HERC) Task Force recently completed a six- month study of the HERC facility.  The public is invited to learn more about the Task Force final report and join the conversation about HERC possibilities and challenges.

HERC Community Conversation
Tuesday, January 22^nd from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
in Cowles Chambers at Homer City Hall.