Own property in or near Rancho Palos Verdes' Portuguese Bend landslide area? Learn about drainage requirements, grading restrictions, irrigation rules, and what homeowners should know before starting landscape improvements or repairs.

Protect your Palos Verdes hillside property from erosion with proper slope planting, drainage systems, mulch, erosion-control netting, and irrigation management. Learn how to prepare your landscape for winter storms and recognize warning signs that require professional attention.

Learn when French drains are effective for Palos Verdes hillside properties, when improper installation can cause drainage problems, and how proper construction and water discharge help protect your landscape, retaining walls, and foundation.

Prepare your Palos Verdes home for the rainy season with this practical storm preparation checklist. Learn how to inspect drainage systems, protect hillside slopes, prevent erosion, and recognize when professional help is needed.

Sloped properties in Palos Verdes present unique opportunities and challenges. From retaining walls and drainage to planting and access, here are some important considerations for hillside landscapes.