Housing Element Rezoning

Representing South Coast Plaza, requested the removal of Segerstrom properties from the housing element due to legal uncertainties with overlay zoning.

Urged better public transparency, clearer draft documents, and thorough evaluation of traffic and pollution impacts before upzoning.

Criticized public outreach and warned that high-density rezonings lack plans for parks, traffic, and public safety services.

Requested an interim path forward for non-Housing Element Measure K sites, noting hardship for small businesses forced to wait until November 2026.

Requested staff to meet with their team to resolve technical inconsistencies between the North Costa Mesa Specific Plan and proposed overlay standards.

Speaking for Segerstrom interests, urged prompt removal of their properties from the housing element to align plans and prevent legal complications.

Spoke in support of increasing housing supply to address financial stress and affordability challenges faced by younger generations.

Asserted that proposed changes to the reasonable accommodation ordinance still require adjustments to comply with fair housing law.

Urged transparency and fairness, objecting to reduced noticing radiuses and advocating for community infrastructure planning.