San Juan Capistrano, California
Recent meetings
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider a sign program modification for JSerra Catholic High School at 26351/26572 Junipero Serra Road, review a draft seven-year Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2026-2027 through 2032-2033 for general plan consistency, and evaluate a grading plan modification for a retaining wall at 33461 Calle Miramar. The agenda also includes approval of draft minutes from June 10, 2026.
- Consider modifications to the existing sign program for JSerra Catholic High School at 26351/26572 Junipero Serra Road
- Review of draft Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2026-2033) for General Plan consistency
- Grading plan modification to add a retaining wall up to 5 feet high with 17.5 cubic yards of fill at 33461 Calle Miramar
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will convene in executive session to discuss anticipated litigation (3 items), negotiate the acquisition of 1,115 sq ft of unimproved property on Rosenbaum Road from St. John Chrysostom American Coptic Orthodox Church, and conduct a performance evaluation and employment terms for the City Manager. The meeting will adjourn to a public business session at 5:00 p.m.
- Anticipated litigation discussion (3 items) under Gov. Code Sect. 54956.9
- Real property negotiation for 1,115 sq ft on west side of Rosenbaum Road (APN 650-090-06) with St. John Chrysostom American Coptic Orthodox Church
- Performance evaluation of the City Manager under Gov. Code Sect. 54957
- Employment/appointment of the City Manager under Gov. Code Sect. 54957
- Labor negotiations with unrepresented employee (City Manager) and all unrepresented executive employees
City Council, Housing Authority, Successor Agency Meeting and Public Financing Authority
This meeting includes a public hearing on landscape maintenance district assessments, adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 operating and capital budget, a resolution to sell city-owned property on Don Juan Avenue, and award of the Country Hills Storm Drain Replacement contract. Consent calendar items include various contract amendments, fee reductions, and minutes approval. The council will also consider a code amendment study for bars and an alcohol license for Tecovas.
- Adoption of FY 2026-27 Operating and Capital Budget, including Seven-Year CIP and Measure M2 plan
- Resolution of intent to sell city-owned property at terminus of Don Juan Avenue (31283-31297 Don Juan Avenue) to C&C Development Co. LLC
- Award of contract to Oppenheimer National for Country Hills Storm Drain Replacement Project (CIP 24503)
- Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2026-27 Landscape Maintenance District Assessments for Mission Woods, Mission Springs, Seaview Estates, Los Corrales, Belford Terrace, and Capistrano Royale
- Initiation of Code Amendment 26-005 to study changing bar allowances from by-right to conditional use permit
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Commission will review a proposed trail signage program for the San Juan Creek Trail submitted by the Open Space Foundation. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 18, 2026, regular meeting.
- Open Space Foundation Proposed Trail Signage Program for the San Juan Creek Trail
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission has one substantive item: determining General Plan conformity for accepting a storm drain easement from the Hitter Trust on 29265 Country Hills Road (APN 650-301-23) and quitclaiming easements on three adjacent parcels. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including approval of prior meeting minutes and standard opening items.
- General Plan Conformity Determination for easement acceptance on 29265 Country Hills Road (APN 650-301-23) for city storm drain purposes and quitclaim of easements on 29265, 29263, and 29261 Country Hills Road (APNs 650-301-23, 650-301-24, 650-301-25)
- CEQA exemption finding under Class 1 (Existing Facilities) and Class 5 (Minor Land Use Limitation Alterations)
- Approval of draft Planning Commission minutes from May 13, 2026
Zoning Administrator Meeting
The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a zone variance request from Gonzalo Covarrubias to allow a first and second story addition to be constructed 105 feet 8.5 inches from the front property line, instead of the required 150 feet, at 26801 Paseo Atrevida. The project is claimed to be categorically exempt from CEQA under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities). The meeting also includes oral communications and organization items.
- Zone Variance ZV 26-001 for Covarrubias residence front yard setback at 26801 Paseo Atrevida
- Request to reduce minimum 150-foot front yard setback to 105 feet 8.5 inches for two-story addition in RA zone
- CEQA exemption claim under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities)
- Public hearing scheduled for June 9, 2026
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The San Juan Capistrano City Council and Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting on June 2, 2026. The consent calendar includes routine items such as approval of minutes, check registers, and contract amendments. The main administrative item is a presentation of a Downtown Parking Management Plan. No public hearings or council action items are scheduled.
- Presentation of Downtown Parking Management Plan (item F.1.a)
- Professional Services Agreement for independent audit services with Rogers Anderson Malody & Scott, LLP (consent item 5)
- Amendment for environmental studies for Saint John Chrysostom American Coptic Orthodox Church campus at 29582 Trabuco Creek Road (consent item 6)
- Resolutions for landscape maintenance district assessments for seven tracts (consent item 7)
- Assignment of Road Repair and Accountability Act funding to Arterial Streets Pavement Rehabilitation (consent item 8)
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will meet in executive session to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager and confer with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (two items) and existing litigation against the State Energy Commission. The closed session begins at 3:00 p.m., followed by a public business session at 5:00 p.m. No public votes will be taken during the executive session.
- City Manager performance evaluation under Gov. Code § 54957
- Confer with legal counsel on anticipated litigation – significant exposure to litigation (2 items) under Gov. Code § 54956.9(a),(d)(2)
- Existing litigation: City of San Juan Capistrano v. State of California Energy Commission (Orange County Superior Ct. Case No. 30-2025-01507450-CU-WM-CJC)
Design Review Committee Meeting
The Design Review Committee is holding a work session to introduce a proposal to redevelop the Distrito La Novia site with a 65,000 sq. ft. BMW auto dealership and 95 for-sale homes, replacing previously approved retail and office space. The consent calendar includes approval of draft meeting minutes from April 9, 2026. No other decisions are scheduled.
- Work session to introduce GPA 25-002, CA 25-005, AC 25-004, TTM 25-003, and GPM 25-020 for the Distrito La Novia site
- Proposal: 65,000 sq. ft. BMW dealership and 95 for-sale homes
- Replaces currently approved 75,100 sq. ft. retail, 166,000 sq. ft. office, and 10 dwelling units
- Located at northeast corner of Valle Road and La Novia Avenue (APNs 666-311-02, -03, -04)
- Applicant: Emilie Simard, Shea Homes LP
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution to vacate portions of Rosenbaum Road and Trabuco Creek Road and sell 1,115 square feet of city-owned property to St. John Chrysostom American Coptic Orthodox Church. The council will also discuss the proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2026-27 and a seven-year capital improvement program. The consent calendar includes an ordinance updating Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations to comply with state law, and a resolution calling a by-district general municipal election for November 3, 2026 for three council seats.
- Public hearing on vacating portions of Rosenbaum Road and Trabuco Creek Road and selling 1,115 sq ft city property (APN 650-090-06) to St. John Chrysostom American Coptic Orthodox Church
- Proposed operating budget for FY 2026-27 and seven-year capital improvement program (2026-27 through 2032-33)
- Ordinance adopting code amendment CA 26-002 to align Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations with new state regulations
- Calling and consolidating a by-district general municipal election for November 3, 2026 to elect three City Council members (Districts 2, 3, and 4)
- Council action item on support for legislative bills SB 936, SB 1167, and AB 1569
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss ongoing litigation (Action Sports Management Group lawsuit), a claim against the city, and negotiations for three properties (Don Juan Avenue, Love-Mitchell Parking Lot, and Rosenbaum Road). The session is closed to the public, but oral comments on these items are allowed before the session begins. Following the executive session, the council will convene a public business session at 5:00 p.m.
- Existing litigation: Action Sports Management Group, LLC v City of San Juan Capistrano (Case No. 30-2025-01518977-CU-BC-CJC)
- Claim by Rita M. Stinson on behalf of Edward J. Brown (dated February 20, 2026)
- Property negotiation for 31283-31297 Don Juan Avenue (APNs 649-271-69 through 74) with C&C Development
- Property negotiation for 31785 Camino Real (Love-Mitchell Parking Lot) with 31792 Camino Capistrano LLC
- Property negotiation for approximately 1,115 sq ft on Rosenbaum Road (APN 650-090-06) with St. John Chrysostom American Coptic Orthodox Church
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will review a conceptual proposal for enhanced trail signage and proposed sign installations along San Juan Creek Trail. Other agenda items include approval of the April 20, 2026 meeting minutes and routine procedural matters such as oral communications and staff remarks. No other substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Review of conceptual proposal for enhanced trail signage and sign installations within San Juan Creek Trail
- Approval of Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission minutes from April 20, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider proposed modifications to an existing sign program at Plaza Del Rio Shopping Center, including an exception to the sign code. The property is located at 32391 Camino Capistrano. The commission will also approve the draft minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting and hear oral communications on non-agenda items.
- Consideration of Sign Program (SP) 26-003 for Plaza Del Rio Shopping Center at 32391 Camino Capistrano, including a sign code exception
- Finding of categorical exemption from CEQA under Section 15311, Class 11 (Accessory Structures)
- Approval of draft Planning Commission minutes from April 8, 2026
- Public oral communications on city business not on the agenda
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to introduce an ordinance amending Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations to comply with new state law. The Council will also consider initiating a study to explicitly prohibit short-term and long-term lodging in the Los Rios Specific Plan districts. Consent items include approval of minutes, check registers, and several agreements such as a density bonus housing deal and a fee-in-lieu for a historic program at a Chipotle project.
- Public hearing on Code Amendment 26-002 to update ADU regulations per state law
- Initiation of Code Amendment 26-003 to study prohibition of lodging in Los Rios Specific Plan HR and LDR districts
- Density Bonus Housing Agreement with Camino Twelve, LLC for one affordable unit
- Fee in lieu of historic depiction program for Chipotle Mexican Grill at 31785 Del Obispo Street
- Resolution to apply for OCTA Tier 1 Environmental Cleanup funds for Calle Arroyo–La Novia Stormwater Project
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The San Juan Capistrano City Council will hold an executive session to confer with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (three items) and to negotiate terms for two real property transactions. The council will also receive public comments before the closed session and announce any actions taken afterward.
- Discuss anticipated litigation conferring with legal counsel (3 items) under Government Code Section 54956.9
- Negotiate price and terms for Love-Mitchell Parking Lot at 31785 Camino Real (APN 124-160-19) with 31792 Camino Capistrano LLC
- Negotiate price and terms for approximately 1,115 sq ft unimproved property on west side of Rosenbaum Road (APN 650-090-06) with St. John Chrysostom American Coptic Orthodox Church
- Public comments accepted on closed session items before session begins
- Council to adjourn to public business session at 5:00 p.m. same day
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a code amendment to comprehensively update the city's antennas and wireless facilities standards to align with state and federal regulations. The consent calendar includes adoption of housing element implementation code updates, several contract amendments, and a license agreement expansion. Administrative items include a resolution to vacate portions of Rosenbaum and Trabuco Creek roads and sell city-owned land to a church, selection of materials for city monument signs, and a request for a finding of public convenience for an alcohol license at a cigar lounge.
- Public hearing on Code Amendment CA 25-004 updating wireless facility standards on city and private property
- Resolution of intention to vacate portions of Rosenbaum Road and Trabuco Creek Road and sell 1,115 sq ft of city-owned land to St. John Chrysostom American Coptic Orthodox Church
- Ordinance adopting CA 21-006 implementing Housing Element code updates to comply with state housing laws
- Amendment No. 1 to license agreement with Unidos South OC for expanded use of TJ Meadows Building at 31421 La Matanza Street
- Request for finding of public convenience for on-premises alcohol consumption (Type 57 license) at Capo Cigar Lounge, 31952 Camino Capistrano Suite B-2
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
This is an executive (closed) session. The Council will discuss price and terms for two real properties—the Love-Mitchell Parking Lot (31785 Camino Real) and Reata Park (31257 Ortega Highway)—and confer with legal counsel on anticipated litigation. No public votes or decisions are scheduled during this portion.
- Real property negotiation: Love-Mitchell Parking Lot at 31785 Camino Real (APN 124-160-19) with 31792 Camino Capistrano LLC
- Real property negotiation: Reata Park at 31257 Ortega Highway (APN 125-172-27) with California Native Horticultural Foundation
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (significant exposure to litigation, 2 items)
- Council members include Mayor John Campbell, Mayor Pro Tem John Taylor, and Council Members Troy A. Bourne, Sergio Farias and Howard Hart
- Public comment allowed on closed session items via request-to-speak form
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will consider accepting a donation from the Cervenak Family to install a bench at the Patriot Hill Trailhead. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, oral communications, and staff remarks. No other substantive business is listed.
- Donation from Cervenak Family to install a bench at Patriot Hill Trailhead
Design Review Committee Meeting
The Design Review Committee will hold a work session to introduce a proposed multi-tenant commercial building with a drive-through on a vacant site near 25865 Stonehill Drive. The committee will also reorganize by selecting a chair and vice-chair. Other items include approving minutes from the previous meeting and hearing oral communications.
- Work session for Architectural Control AC 26-002, Conditional Use Permit CUP 26-001, Discretionary Use Permit DUP 25-001, and Sign Program SP 26-005 for a multi-tenant commercial building with drive-through near 25865 Stonehill Drive (APNs 121-541-08 and -09)
- Reorganization of the committee: selection of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Approval of draft minutes from February 26, 2026, meeting
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a code amendment to update accessory dwelling unit regulations for state compliance. They will also consider a conditional use permit for a fitness facility with an accessory medical office at 33081 Camino Capistrano. Additionally, the commission will reorganize by selecting a chair, vice chair, and appointing members to the Design Review Committee.
- Code Amendment 26-002 amending ADU regulations (Section 9-3.501.1) to match new state rules
- Conditional Use Permit 25-003 for SJC Strength and Vitality fitness facility with medical office at 33081 Camino Capistrano
- Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
- Appointment of two commissioners to the Design Review Committee
- Approval of draft February 25, 2026 Planning Commission minutes
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings on two major items: the Waste Infrastructure System Enterprise (WISE) agreement with Orange County and introduction of housing code amendments to meet state requirements. The consent calendar includes a rezone of two properties on Rancho Viejo Road, approval of financial reports, and a rental fee waiver for Veteran Strong USA. The Housing Authority will separately approve minutes, check registers, and cash reports.
- Public hearing to approve WISE agreement with Orange County for waste infrastructure
- Introduction of ordinance for housing element code updates to comply with state housing laws
- Rezone of 30700 and 30800 Rancho Viejo Road from Industrial Park to Commercial Manufacturing and General Open Space
- Second quarter financial report for FY 2025-26 with proposed budget adjustments
- Rental fee waiver request from Veteran Strong USA for Reata Park and Event Center
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will meet in closed executive session to discuss real property negotiations for two parcels: a group of properties on Don Juan Avenue and a portion of the city-owned Northwest Open Space. The council will also confer with legal counsel on anticipated litigation, initiation of litigation, and an existing lawsuit filed by Action Sports Management Group dba The Ridland Group. No public votes or decisions are scheduled during this session.
- Real property negotiation for 31283–31297 Don Juan Avenue (APNs 649-271-69 through 74) with C&C Development
- Real property negotiation for a portion of city-owned Northwest Open Space (APN 121-050-29) with California Trout, Inc.
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation — significant exposure to litigation (1 item)
- Conference with legal counsel on initiation of litigation (1 item)
- Existing litigation: Action Sports Management Group, LLC v City of San Juan Capistrano, Case No. 30-2025-01518977-CU-BC-CJC
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will hold three public hearings: a rezone of two developed properties at 30700 and 30800 Rancho Viejo Road from Industrial Park to Commercial Manufacturing, a tentative tract map to subdivide an office park into 12 parcels at Rancho Viejo Road, and a vacation of 1,974 square feet of right-of-way at 26874 Old Mission Road. The consent calendar includes routine items such as a code amendment for Los Rios Street, an animal care services agreement with Orange County, and a service agreement with AT&T. Administrative items include a finding of public convenience for alcohol sales at Capo Cigar Lounge and funding for the Alipaz Street pavement rehabilitation project.
- Rezone (RZ 25-002) for 30700 and 30800 Rancho Viejo Road from Industrial Park to Commercial Manufacturing, and adjacent vacant lot to General Open Space
- Tentative Tract Map (TTM 25-001) to subdivide commercial office park at 31351–31451 Rancho Viejo Road into 12 parcels
- Vacation of 1,974 sq ft of public right-of-way at 26874 Old Mission Road, with quitclaim deed to adjacent property owner Mission Place, LLC
- Appropriation and contingency increase for Alipaz Street Pavement Rehabilitation Project (CIP 25101) with Hardy & Harper Inc.
- Finding of Public Convenience or Necessity for on-premises alcohol consumption at Capo Cigar Lounge, 31952 Camino Capistrano Suite B-2
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
This agenda covers only the 3:00 p.m. executive session portion of the March 17, 2026, San Juan Capistrano City Council meeting. The council will confer with legal counsel on three anticipated litigation items, one initiation of litigation, and an existing lawsuit (Monica Mukai v. City). They will also meet with real property negotiators regarding the purchase of 30291 Camino Capistrano from Legacy Ranch Partners LLC. No public business items are listed; a public business session is scheduled to follow at 5:00 p.m.
- Anticipated litigation – significant exposure to litigation (3 items)
- Initiation of litigation (1 item)
- Real property negotiation: 30291 Camino Capistrano (APNs 121-050-18, 121-050-21) with Legacy Ranch Partners LLC
- Existing litigation: Monica Mukai v. City of San Juan Capistrano (Case No. 30-2025-01494129-CL-MC-CJC)
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The commission will consider a rental fee waiver request from Veteran Strong USA for use of Reata Park and Event Center, and will also select a new chair and vice-chair. The consent calendar includes approval of the February 23, 2026 meeting minutes. Public comments are accepted on non-agenda items.
- Approval of February 23, 2026 meeting minutes (consent calendar)
- Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for the commission
- Rental Fee Waiver Request from Veteran Strong USA for use of Reata Park and Event Center
Zoning Administrator Meeting
The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a zone variance request from Alexander Granados for a property at 26481 Bay Tree Road. The variance seeks to allow a second-story addition with a 10-foot front yard setback instead of the required 20 feet and a lot coverage of 54.5% instead of the maximum 35% in the Planned Community (PC - RG-4,000) zoning district. The project is claimed to be categorically exempt from CEQA.
- Zone Variance 25-002: request for reduced front yard setback (10 ft vs. 20 ft) and increased lot coverage (54.5% vs. 35%) at 26481 Bay Tree Road
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a code amendment to the Los Rios Specific Plan to add and remove several allowed uses in the Historic Commercial District on Los Rios Street. The council will also consider initiating a code amendment to align accessory dwelling unit regulations with new state law. Consent items include approving minutes, check registers, a resolution adjusting campaign contribution limits, and annual progress reports for housing and general plan. The Housing Authority will approve its own minutes and financial reports.
- Public hearing on Code Amendment 25-003 to modify allowed uses in Los Rios Historic Commercial District (31781 and 31791 Los Rios Street)
- Initiation of Code Amendment 26-002 to update Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations to comply with state law
- Resolution adjusting campaign contribution limits for cost-of-living changes
- Authorization to apply for Hazard Mitigation Grant Plan update funding from Cal OES and FEMA
- Housing Authority approval of cash and investments reports for November and December 2025
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
This agenda is solely for an executive (closed) session. The City Council will meet privately with legal counsel to discuss initiation of litigation (1 item) and anticipated litigation with significant exposure (2 items). No public votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Executive session to discuss initiation of litigation (1 item) under Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(4)
- Executive session to discuss anticipated litigation with significant exposure (2 items) under Gov. Code § 54956.9(a),(d)(2)
Design Review Committee Meeting
The Design Review Committee will hold a work session to introduce a proposal to redevelop the Capistrano Business Park as a residential community called Paseo Espada. The project involves a General Plan Amendment, Rezone, and Code Amendment to allow up to 250 residential units at multiple addresses on Paseo Espada and Calle Arroyo. No formal action is expected at this introductory session.
- Work session on GPA 25-001, RZ 25-001, and CA 25-002 to create a specific plan for Paseo Espada
- Up to 250 residential units proposed at 27122-27136 Paseo Espada and 27121-27131 Calle Arroyo
- Applicant: Kevin Hayes, Pendulum Property Partners
- Consent calendar includes approval of draft February 12, 2026, meeting minutes
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a code amendment to comprehensively update the city's antennas and wireless facilities standards, ensuring consistency with state and federal regulations. The commission will also consider a grading plan modification to allow a retaining wall and fill at 33461 Calle Miramar, and approve draft minutes from the February 11, 2026 meeting.
- Public hearing on Code Amendment 25-004 to update Municipal Code sections and tables governing antennas and wireless facilities on city and private property
- Consideration of Grading Plan Modification 25-021 for a 5-foot retaining wall with 17.5 cubic yards of fill at 33461 Calle Miramar
- Approval of draft February 11, 2026 Planning Commission minutes
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will consider accepting a donation from the Bassi Family to install a bench at San Juan Creek Neighborhood Park and find the action exempt from CEQA. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine procedural items.
- Donation from the Bassi Family to install a bench at San Juan Creek Neighborhood Park
- Finding the bench donation categorically exempt from CEQA under Section 15061(b)(3)
- Approval of minutes from the January 26, 2026 regular meeting
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings on adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code and on amending the Los Rios Specific Plan to allow new uses in the Historic Commercial District. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes, check registers, acceptance of works for Toll Brothers tracts, vacating equestrian easements, and an encroachment amendment for Plaza Banderas Hotel. No administrative or council action items are listed.
- Public hearing: adoption of 2025 building codes with amendments
- Public hearing: Los Rios Specific Plan amendment to add/remove uses at 31791 Los Rios Street
- Resolution vacating equestrian easements at 31591 Aguacate and Calle Roberto
- First amendment to encroachment agreement for Plaza Banderas Hotel signage at Ortega Highway and Old Mission Road
- Acceptance of works of improvement for Toll Brothers tracts 15609, 15687, 16752
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council meets in a special executive session to discuss two closed-session items: ongoing litigation against the state energy commission and negotiations for the purchase or lease of Reata Park at 31257 Ortega Highway. No public votes are expected during this session.
- Confer with legal counsel on existing litigation: City of San Juan Capistrano v. State of California Energy Commission, case no. 30-2025-01507450-CU-WM-CJC
- Meeting with real property negotiators regarding price and terms for property at 31257 Ortega Highway (Reata Park, APN 125-172-27); negotiating party: Mike Evans of California Native Horticultural Foundation
- Roll call of Council members: Mayor John Campbell, Mayor Pro Tem John Taylor, Members Troy A. Bourne, Sergio Farias, Howard Hart
- Public comments allowed on closed session items via request to speak form
- Announcement of executive session actions will follow the closed session
Design Review Committee Meeting
The Design Review Committee will hold a regular meeting with a single new business item: consideration of Administrative Approval 26-001 for an exterior remodel and monument sign replacement at the Coastline Auto Dealership located at 33633 Camino Capistrano. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, oral communications, and a presentation. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- New business: AA 26-001 for Coastline Auto Dealership exterior remodel and monument sign replacement at 33633 Camino Capistrano (APN 121-240-19)
- Consent calendar: Approval of draft December 11, 2025 Design Review Committee minutes
- Information item presentation (no details provided in agenda)
- Oral communications: public comments on non-agenda items (3-minute limit)
Planning Commission Meeting
The San Juan Capistrano Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a tentative tract map to subdivide an office park into 12 parcels at Ortega Ranch, a rezone request for Swallows Creek/Fluidmaster properties, and city-proposed amendments to multiple municipal code sections to comply with state housing requirements. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods.
- Tentative Tract Map 25-001: Subdivide 31351, 31431, & 31451 Ranch Viejo Road and 31441 Los Cerritos Avenue into 12 building parcels and one common parcel
- Rezone 25-002: Change zoning at 30700 and 30800 Rancho Viejo Road from Industrial Park to Commercial Manufacturing, and adjacent vacant parcel to General Open Space
- Code Amendment 21-006: Amend Municipal Code Sections 1-8.01, 9-3.301, 9-3.305, 9-3.505, 9-3.533, 9-3.535, 9-3.550, 9-5.103, and Title 9 Appendix A to comply with state housing element requirements
- Draft minutes from December 10, 2025 Planning Commission meeting for approval
City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will introduce an ordinance adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code. The consent calendar includes approval of a contract amendment for biological studies for the Legacy Ranch project, acceptance of grant funds for La Novia Farm, and a parade permit for the Swallows Day Parade. Administrative items include selection of a design option for city monument signs. No public hearings or council action items are scheduled.
- Introduction of ordinance adopting 2025 California Building Standards Code
- Amendment No. 1 to LSA Associates for biological studies for Legacy Ranch EIR (65.5-acre city-owned property)
- Resolution accepting grant funds for La Novia Farm project at 31750 La Novia Avenue
- Parade permit, fee waiver, and street closures for 66th Annual Swallows Day Parade and Mercado (March 21, 2026)
- Selection of design option for city monument signs and amendment with RJM Design Group
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council is holding an executive session to discuss anticipated litigation (two items) and to confer with real property negotiators on price and terms for three properties: 30291 Camino Capistrano (Northwest Open Space), 29943 Camino Capistrano (Roger Y. Williams Swanner House), and parcels at 31796, 31872, 31882 El Camino Real (Historic Town Center Park). The public business session will follow at 5:00 p.m.
- Anticipated litigation discussion under Gov. Code §54956.9 (a), (d)(2) – significant exposure to litigation (2 items)
- Real property negotiation for 30291 Camino Capistrano, APNs 121-050-18, 121-050-21 (Northwest Open Space) with Legacy Ranch Partners LLC
- Real property negotiation for 29943 Camino Capistrano (Roger Y. Williams Swanner House) with Legacy Ranch Partners LLC
- Real property negotiation for 31796, 31872, 31882 El Camino Real (portions of Historic Town Center Park) with San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center
- Public comment period on executive session items prior to closed session
Cultural Heritage Commission Meeting
The Cultural Heritage Commission will hold a public hearing to consider rescinding the Site Plan Review 22-002 approval granted on December 3, 2025, for a 70-room boutique hotel that includes restoring the Domingo Yorba and Casa Manuel Garcia Adobes at 31861-31871 Camino Capistrano. The agenda also includes approval of draft minutes from the previous meeting. No other new business or unfinished business is listed.
- Public hearing to rescind Site Plan Review 22-002 for a 70-room hotel with adobe restoration at 31861-31871 Camino Capistrano
- Approval of draft December 3, 2025, Cultural Heritage Commission minutes
Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission Meeting
The Parks, Equestrian and Community Services Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine consent items (approval of December 15, 2025 minutes) and one administrative item: reviewing proposed design standards for City trail signage. No public hearings, contracts, or ordinances are on the agenda.
- Review design standards for City trail signage (agenda report and attachments included)
City Council and Successor Agency Meeting
The City Council will hold a continued public hearing on a proposed 48,235 sq. ft. Performing Arts Center with 450 seats at 31872-31882 El Camino Real. The Council will also consider initiating a General Plan Amendment to allow a 65,000 sq. ft. BMW dealership and 96 residential units on 18.7 acres at Valle Road and La Novia Avenue. Several consent items include financial reports, professional services agreements, and a resolution to vacate a portion of Old Mission Road.
- Continued public hearing for Performing Arts Center (48,235 sq. ft., 450 seats) at 31872-31882 El Camino Real
- Initiation of General Plan Amendment 25-002 and Code Amendment 25-005 for a BMW dealership and 96 residential units at Valle Road and La Novia Avenue
- Professional Services Agreement with Harris & Associates for Environmental Impact Report for 70-room French Hotel at 31861-31871 Camino Capistrano
- Professional Services Agreement with ALL4, LLC for environmental studies for Saint John Chrysostom Church campus at 29582 Trabuco Creek Road
- Selection of design option for City Monument Signs and amendment with RJM Design Group Inc.
City Council Meeting (Executive Session)
The City Council will meet in executive session to confer with legal counsel on two existing lawsuits and anticipated litigation. They will also hold closed negotiations on price and terms for several property transactions, including parcels at El Camino Real, San Juan Creek Road, Reata Park, and Old Mission Road. A public business session will follow at 5:00 p.m. No public votes are expected during the executive session.
- Existing litigation: Action Sports Management Group v. City (Case No. 30-2025-01518977)
- Existing litigation: City v. State Energy Commission (Case No. 30-2025-01507450)
- Discussion of anticipated litigation
- Real property negotiation with San Juan Capistrano Performing Arts Center for parcels at 31796–31882 El Camino Real (Historic Town Center Park)
- Real property negotiations for Reata Park (31257 Ortega Highway), right-of-way near San Juan Hills Golf Club, and portion of right-of-way at Old Mission Road and Ortega Highway