Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Costa Mesa public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in development
Municipal Facilities Master Plan & Deferred Maintenance
The council will review lease revenue bonds and award a construction contract to rebuild Fire Station No. 2, improving emergency response infrastructure.
Comprehensive Housing Element Implementation and Zoning Overhaul
The city adopted a comprehensive zoning overhaul to implement Measure K and the housing element, creating options for mixed-use and multifamily housing along commercial corridors.
Fairview Developmental Center redevelopment
The city debated adopting a massive specific plan for the 95-acre Fairview Developmental Center site. Residents voiced major concerns over high density, severe traffic congestion, and the loss of green space, while housing advocates emphasized the critical need for affordable housing options in Costa Mesa.
21-Unit Residential Development at 396 East 21st Street
A proposal to build 21 single-family homes on a long-vacant mobile home park site, featuring one very low-income affordable unit and utilizing state density bonus waivers.