The Coastal Settlement Service in Newport News, VA partners with the California Coastal Commission, a dedicated state agency focused on safeguarding and enhancing California's coastal areas and oceans for both current and future generations. Through strategic planning, science-based regulations, public engagement, and intergovernmental collaboration, the Commission offers a range of services and programs, including enforcement, grants, education, and resources for property owners seeking coastal development permits.
With a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability, the Commission is actively involved in initiatives addressing affordable housing, agriculture, climate change, environmental justice, marine debris, and ocean acidification. They also host events like coastal cleanups, contests, and educational workshops to involve the public in the preservation and protection of the coast.