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Homewood Mountain Resort Master Plan

January 23, 2025 Update

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board approved amendments to the Homewood Mountain Resort Master Plan at its public meeting January 22, which include a community access plan that ensures the resort will remain open to the public. The decision also approved a permit for Homewood to begin constructing a new gondola this year to improve skier access. Previously approved projects to add accommodations and commercial uses at the base areas were reduced in size with updated architecture.

Homewood will also be working with the North Tahoe Fire Protection District to improve wildfire safety and emergency evacuation planning. The resort will continue its 250-acre forest fuel reduction project this year as well.

The purpose of the Homewood Mountain Resort Master Plan is to ensure Homewood remains a key gathering center for Lake Tahoe’s West Shore and maintains the heritage of a ski resort that can be enjoyed equally by residents and visitors. The long-term vision for the recreation area must also support regional goals for environmental improvements, public access to outdoor recreation, and wildfire and public safety.

The resort owners applied to TRPA in May, 2024 to update the 2011 Homewood Master Plan. TRPA held public hearings in September and December or 2024, where decision makers requested clarification and around public access to the resort.

  • September 25, 2024 – Regional Planning Committee – Complete
  • December 11, 2024 – Advisory Planning Commission – Complete
  • January 22, 2025 – Governing Board

The decision conceptually approved future projects on the mountain and at the base areas. Individual permit applications will be required as phases of the master plan come forward.

Signup for updates by emailing us at HomewoodPlan@trpa.gov.

Current and Past Permits

The master plan approved in 2011 included a list of future construction projects and mitigation strategies to offset new uses proposed at the resort and to fulfill the vision of the master plan. While those projects and mitigations received preliminary approval with adoption of the master plan, construction permits from TRPA and other agencies are typically needed when individual projects come forward for construction.

The first of these came forward a little over nine years after the master plan was approved. In 2021, TRPA and Placer County approved permit applications for a portion of Phase 1 of the master plan for construction of seven residential units to the south of the resort’s north base (Lot 3). Those units are currently under construction. TRPA received a proposal for changes to resort operations in November, 2022. The formal application was submitted in May, 2024.

Placer County is also a permitting agency for projects at the resort and approved the Lot 3 project in 2021. The county received an application for a second portion of Phase 1 (Phase 1B, Lot 5) and has not completed action on it. The county’s determination of conformance for the Lot 5 project is provided below. For information on the Placer County process, contact Supervising Planner Steve Buelna, Placer County Community Development / Resource Agency at sbuelna@placer.ca.gov.

Earlier Updates

January 22 Governing Board Meeting – Public Comment Format Tahoe Regional Planning Agency staff and Governing Board are looking forward to an engaging meeting tomorrow, January 22 as the board considers Homewood’s proposed master plan amendments. The agency and Governing Board members value the input we have received throughout the application review process. In addition to public meetings in September and December of last year, the agency and Governing Board have received more than 1,500 individual comments.

Given the extraordinary public interest in the Homewood matter and to facilitate an efficient meeting, in-person and online public commenters for the Homewood agenda item will be given up to 2 minutes for each commenter, and the comment period for the agenda item will not extend beyond 4 p.m. Those wishing to make public comments will be asked to place their names on a sign-in sheet at the meeting to be called at random, and call on hands raised on Zoom, until all have had the opportunity to comment or at 4 p.m. when the Governing Board will discuss the agenda item further.

The purpose of the Homewood Mountain Resort Master Plan is to ensure Homewood remains a key gathering center for Lake Tahoe’s West Shore and maintains the heritage of a ski resort that can be enjoyed equally by residents and visitors. The long-term vision for the recreation area must also support regional goals for environmental improvements, public access to outdoor recreation, and wildfire and public safety.

The resort owners applied to TRPA in May, 2024 to update the 2011 Homewood Master Plan. The agency has been carefully reviewing and gathering public feedback on the application. TRPA held public hearings in September and December, which resulted in requests for clarification and around public access to the resort.

September 25, 2024 – Regional Planning Committee – Complete December 11, 2024 – Advisory Planning Commission – Complete January 22, 2025 – Governing Board

The 2011 Master Plan includes new residential, commercial, and visitor accommodation uses as well as water quality, forest health, transportation, and parking improvements. The amendments proposed by Homewood would modify the layout, scale, and architecture of previously approved projects. An approval of the master plan amendments would include a permit for a new gondola close to the base for improved skier access. Homewood will also continue its 250-acre forest fuel reduction project this year and is finalizing an agreement with the North Tahoe Fire Protection District to expand fire services and assist with emergency response and wildfire evacuation.

January 16, 2025

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board will consider proposed amendments to the Homewood Master Plan at its regular meeting January 22. Interested members of the public can attend the meeting in person at the TRPA offices in Stateline, Nev. or online via Zoom. Public comment is welcome before the meeting by mail or email to publiccomment@trpa.gov. Comments are also welcome during the meeting, however time could be limited.

The purpose of the Homewood Mountain Resort Master Plan is to ensure Homewood remains a key gathering center for Lake Tahoe’s West Shore and maintains the heritage of a ski resort that can be enjoyed equally by residents and visitors. The long-term vision for the recreation area must also support regional goals for environmental improvements, public access to outdoor recreation, and wildfire and public safety.

The resort owners applied to TRPA in May, 2024 to update the 2011 Homewood Master Plan. The agency has been carefully reviewing and gathering public feedback on the application. TRPA held public hearings in September and December, which resulted in requests for clarification and around public access to the resort.

  • September 25, 2024 – Regional Planning Committee – Complete
  • December 11, 2024 – Advisory Planning Commission – Complete
  • January 22, 2025 – Governing Board

The 2011 Master Plan includes new residential, commercial, and visitor accommodation uses as well as water quality, forest health, transportation, and parking improvements. The amendments proposed by Homewood would modify the layout, scale, and architecture of previously approved projects. An approval of the master plan amendments would include a permit for a new gondola close to the base for improved skier access. Homewood will also continue its 250-acre forest fuel reduction project this year and is finalizing an agreement with the North Tahoe Fire Protection District to expand fire services and assist with emergency response and wildfire evacuation.

December 12, 2024

The TRPA Advisory Planning Commission has forwarded Homewood Mountain Resort’s proposed amendments to the 2011 Resort Master Plan to the agency’s Governing Board following a well-attended public meeting Wednesday December 11. After due consideration, discussion, and public input, the commission recommended approval of the amendments with the request to clarify key terms in the public access plan, monitoring, and enforcement. The project is expected to be considered for final action by the TRPA Governing Board at its regular monthly meeting January 22.

December 5, 2024

The TRPA Advisory Planning Commission will meet Wednesday, December 11 beginning at 9:30 a.m. to hear a presentation on Homewood Mountain Resort’s application to amend the 2011 Homewood Master Plan. The planning commission may consider making a recommendation to the TRPA Governing Board regarding the applicant’s proposed amendments.

Public comment is welcome and the meeting can be attended virtually or in-person at the TRPA office in Stateline, Nevada. Click here for meeting attendance information and materials.

The TRPA Governing Board may consider final action on the applicant’s proposed amendments at a public meeting in the new year. TRPA staff will continue to keep the community informed throughout the master plan amendment process.

November 22, 2024

Homewood Mountain Resort has submitted a draft proposed master plan document and appendices as part of the TRPA application process. The applicant’s “red-lined” versions of the documents below show their proposed changes in context with existing language. The draft master plan and appendices have not been approved or endorsed by TRPA and are subject to change based on further TRPA review and input from the Advisory Planning Commission, TRPA Governing Board, and the public. For those interested in proposed public access provisions, [updated 4:30 p.m. 11.22.24] go to the Community Access Plan appendix (page 56) of the “Draft Operations, Management, Emergency Plan” document.

To offer feedback on the red-lined master plan and appendices, please email homewoodplan@trpa.gov. Your comments will be included in the public record and provided to the Advisory Planning Commission and Governing Board throughout the application process.

With nearly all required information now submitted, the agency is scheduling the remaining public meetings in the amendment process. On December 11, the TRPA Advisory Planning Commission will review the Homewood Master Plan amendment application and associated documents and consider a recommendation to the Governing Board. The Board may consider the amendments at a subsequent meeting date to be determined.

  • September 25, 2024 – Regional Planning Committee – Complete
  • December 11, 2024 – Advisory Planning Commission – Complete
  • January 22, 2025 – Governing Board

Public comments are welcome at all public meetings and throughout the application review process. TRPA staff will keep the community, partner agencies, and this webpage updated as more information and meeting dates are available.

October 11, 2024 Update

Homewood Mountain Resort has announced their decision to remain closed for the 2024-2025 winter season.

The agency has been working with Homewood management, partner agencies, and community representatives to review amendments to the master plan proposed by the property owners and continue to work through critical issues including public access and fire response. TRPA and Homewood management are working toward a greater understanding of the future vision of the resort. Once additional information is gathered, the agency will be able to proceed and bring the proposal to the Governing Board for consideration. TRPA understands how important Homewood is to skiers and riders and to the West Shore. The agency remains committed to the public process to review a potential change in course for the resort. The agency will keep the community informed as future meeting dates are scheduled.

September 26, 2024 Update

On September 25, the Regional Planning Committee of the TRPA Governing Board received an informational presentation and heard public comment on proposed amendments to the Homewood Mountain Resort Master Plan. This was the first TRPA meeting on Homewood’s proposal and was well-attended both in person and online. Governing Board members and TRPA staff appreciate the public input and passion so many people feel for Homewood and the West Shore.

The agency will hold additional meetings and hearings throughout this process to ensure the public and decision makers can adequately consider possible amendments to the Homewood Master Plan. An outline of meetings and milestones will be provided here when scheduled.

July 24, 2024 Governing Board Meeting

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board held its monthly meeting at Granlibakken Tahoe Resort on July 24th. Following the meeting and lunch break, the Governing Board toured several sites in Tahoe City and the West Shore, with the last stop being at Homewood Mountain Resort. The meeting and tour were open to the public and many community members were in attendance. See the agenda on the Meetings and Notices page for more information.

The Homewood portion of the tour included informational presentations from the project applicant and Keep Homewood Public, as well as a walking tour of the site. The Homewood Master Plan proposal was not considered for action during the meeting.

June 26, 2024 Governing Board Meeting

To keep public safety and forest resilience work on the West Shore moving forward, the Homewood Hazardous Fuels Reduction Project will be considered by the TRPA Governing Board at its June 26, 2024 meeting. Permit was approved.

The Governing Board will only be considering the forest fuel reduction project and will not be discussing the proposed master plan revisions. The agency has communicated to the applicant that other project applications at the resort will not be considered until the master plan amendment process is complete.

June 2024 Update

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) received a formal application from Homewood Mountain Resort on May 10 for amendments to the resort master plan approved by TRPA in 2011. The agency is currently reviewing the application and supporting documents to determine if the application is complete. As part of the review process, planners will draft a timeline for TRPA review including a schedule of public input opportunities.

Review the Introductory Letter for an overview of the applicant’s description of proposed amendments. All documents submitted to TRPA, including environmental improvements, recreation access, site plans, and scenic protection plans, can be reviewed here. Throughout the review process, TRPA will uphold its high standards of transparency and open dialogue with the applicant, community members and organizations, and partner agencies. This webpage will continue to be updated with the latest information, including future opportunities for public engagement and when the proposed plan amendments will come before the TRPA Governing Board.

May 2024 Update

Homewood Mountain Resort is preparing to submit an application for revisions to its 2011 Resort Master Plan to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and Placer County. Homewood managers have indicated that earlier concepts to privatize the resort are no longer being pursued. The master plan revision process includes steps for community engagement and public input while the application is being considered. Once TRPA receives a complete application, additional information and a potential timeline will be provided on this page.

To help reduce wildfire risk and restore forest health on the mountain, TRPA staff is reviewing the resort’s proposed forest fuel reduction management plan, sometimes called a timber harvest plan, and may present a recommendation to the TRPA Governing Board in June so work can begin in Summer 2024. The resort’s application to construct the gondola is on hold pending action on the Master Plan revisions.

Homewood management has additional information on the Ski Homewood website.

November 2023 Update

Discussions have continued between TRPA, Homewood Mountain Resort managers, and Placer County staff about construction projects and potential plans for the resort. The agency has determined that although Homewood managers intend to keep the mountain open to the public, an application to amend the 2011 Master Plan is needed in order to consider how the broader vision for the resort is changing. Homewood Mountain Resort representatives submitted a draft public access document in August that could continue to evolve. The document can be viewed below.

In the near term, the resort has submitted permit applications to TRPA to construct a gondola and to implement a timber management plan to remove dead and dying trees across the mountain. Both projects are included in the approved master plan. Through discussions with Homewood representatives, TRPA has established a process going forward that includes public input opportunities:

  • The agency will review the timber management plan, gondola application, and Master Plan amendment application together [June 2024 update: As a matter of public safety and forest health, the timber management plan will be reviewed separately].
  • Homewood Mountain Resort must submit a public engagement plan as part of the application to amend the Master Plan
  • During the review of the Master Plan amendment, final determinations will be made on public access, site plans, architecture, and other components.

The requested items and environmental documentation have not been received at this time. Documents related to the gondola project application are available on the LakeTahoeInfo.org Parcel Tracker. A potential schedule for this process may be established in the coming months. TRPA continues to listen to community members and is keeping community representatives updated on the process.

Please contact homewoodplan@trpa.gov to receive updates and possible opportunities for public input.

October 2023 Update

Homewood Mountain Resort has submitted an application to begin construction of a gondola, which is a project in the approved resort master plan. TRPA is requiring more information on possible changes to resort operations that will be reviewed in conjunction with the gondola project application. Along with the gondola application, Homewood representatives submitted a public access document that describes the resort amenities and services that will be open to the community and available to the public. The document can be viewed below.

TRPA is reviewing the information and is in consultation with Homewood Mountain Resort to understand how the earlier proposal to change the character of the resort’s operation is being revised. This information will help the agency determine if the resort will be required to amend the larger resort master plan. A determination on that will be made before action is taken on the gondola project or any other project application at the resort.

Draft Homewood Public Access Document

Gondola Project Description and Plan Specifications

Additional documents related to the gondola project application are available on the LakeTahoeInfo.org Parcel Tracker.

As stated in the April, 2023 update below, Homewood Mountain Resort submitted a proposal to TRPA in November, 2022 that included changing public access and the mix of commercial amenities envisioned in the master plan. While no formal application to amend the master plan has been submitted, TRPA communicated to Homewood that an application with adequate environmental review and public input opportunities would be needed for such changes to be considered.

During this consultation process, the agency will keep this page updated with additional information and opportunities for public input.

April 2023 Update

The agency received a proposal in November, 2022 from Homewood Mountain Resort to make changes to its 2011 master plan. While no formal application to amend the master plan has been submitted, TRPA has communicated with Homewood that an application with adequate environmental review and public input opportunities will be needed for the changes to be considered.

TRPA has not held any public meetings regarding the new proposal, which might include changing public access to the ski area and the mix of commercial amenities conceived of in the master plan. While Homewood representatives have released information to the public and made early presentations in the community, the agency has not received the necessary application and information to begin the process to amend the master plan. As part of the process, the agency will ensure community input is gathered and collaboration with partner agencies and organizations continues.

TRPA has received many emails that show how much the Homewood resort means to the community and to Lake Tahoe’s cultural heritage. Emailed comments are noted by our planners and will be included in the record as TRPA’s process develops. Public comments, documents, and communications can be viewed below.

June 2023 Update

Homewood Mountain Resort representatives have provided TRPA an update on their concept for implementation of the Master Plan. View the June 22, 2023 letter here.

Public Comments

Homewood written comments provided to the Regional Planning Committee September 25, 2024

Homewood Public Comments received through September 24, 2024

Homewood Public Comments received through August 31, 2024

Homewood Public Comments received through July 31, 2024

Homewood Public Comments received through June 30, 2024

Homewood Public Comments received through April 18, 2024

Homewood Public Comments received September 2023

Homewood Public Comments received August 2023

Homewood Public Comments received July 2023

Homewood Public Comments received June 2023

Homewood Public Comments received May 2023

Homewood Public Comments received April 2023

Homewood Public Comments received March 2023

Homewood Public Comments received February 2023

Homewood Public Comments received January 2023

Additional Information

Homewood Mountain Resort Master Plan Amendment Application Documents

Homewood Update to TRPA June 22, 2023
Correspondence re: Draft Findings April 17, 2023
Homewood Response to TRPA February 21, 2023
Placer County Conformance Determination Homewood Phase 1B Lot 5 Project February 7, 2023
TRPA Response to November 2022 letter – February 4, 2023; Supporting Documents
Homewood Mountain Resort Master Plan Proposal to TRPA November 8, 2022
TRPA Permit Documents Homewood Phase 1C Lot 3 Project July 16, 2021

Media Release – TRPA Board Approves Homewood Plan December, 2011 
2011 Ski Homewood Master Plan [external site]

2011 Homewood Master Plan Documents

Homewood Master Plan Documents

At its December 2011 meeting, the TRPA Governing Board voted to approve the Homewood Master Plan and certify the Final Environmental Impact Statement that were 5 years in the making. Litigants brought forward a lawsuit against Homewood, Placer County, and TRPA in January, 2012. The lawsuit was settled by Homewood owners in 2014. The approved resort upgrades aim to keep the historic ski resort through sustainable development.

Additional documentation in response to comments on the Homewood Master Plan and Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS)

Proposed Master Plan, Updated August 2011

The Homewood Mountain Resort Community Enhancement Program (CEP) concept encompasses the base of Homewood ski resort and mid-mountain lodge. The concept is participating in the CEP while continuing its Master Plan process. The Final EIR/EIS for this project was made available October 3, 2011  and circulated for public review before Placer County Supervisors and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Governing Board can take action on the study or the project.

The Notice of Availability below contains a public meeting schedule and details on where to view a copy of the Final EIR/EIS.

(Notice of Availability)

October 3, 2011

Placer County and TRPA have prepared the joint Final EIR/EIS to inform agency decision makers about the potential environmental effects of the proposed HMR Master Plan. This joint document will serve as an EIR prepared by the County of Placer pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and as an EIS prepared by TRPA pursuant to the Bi-State Compact and Chapter 5 of the Code of Ordinances.

Final Environmental Impact Statement Final Environmental Impact Report/Statement

Final Environmental Impact Report/Statement Appendices

DRAFT Environmental Impact Statement Final Environmental Impact Report/Statement

DRAFT Environmental Impact Statement Final Environmental Impact Report/Statement Appendices

Air Quality References

CC References

Noise References

Shared Parking References

Traffic References

Hydro References