Trumark Homes Due Diligence on Housing Site 3
Summary
The city analyzed three housing proposals for Site 3, the city-owned land near Saddleback College, and picked one developer. Staff will negotiate and bring an agreement back to council — this moves the city's housing element plans forward.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
The land is city-owned, so the eventual deal could bring lease or sale revenue plus new housing units.
Residents needing housing in the city and the city's state-mandated housing goals.
Residents near Center Drive and west of Marguerite may face parking and traffic impacts if the project proceeds.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Meeting - Apr 14, 2026
The city-owned 22.8-acre site near Saddleback College could hold about 215 homes, a third affordable and built with Habitat for Humanity. A council member wants parking concessions and broader resident notice addressed before any sale.
City Council Meeting - Jan 13, 2026
The city analyzed three housing proposals for Site 3, the city-owned land near Saddleback College, and picked one developer. Staff will negotiate and bring an agreement back to council — this moves the city's housing element plans forward.
Related development
Site 3 Housing Development
A big change to a familiar shopping corner — Council Member Vasquez wants affordability percentages and traffic mitigation answers for residents near Avery Parkway and Coronado Park.
Housing Site 3 Due Diligence (Trumark Homes with Habitat for Humanity)
If the site proves feasible, a new mixed-income neighborhood of roughly 215 homes could rise near Saddleback College, with parking and traffic effects on nearby residents still to be negotiated.
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