Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Clemente public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in business jobs
Coda on Del Mar Full Alcohol Permit
A new downtown restaurant at 124 Avenida Del Mar secured approval to serve full alcohol alongside food, replacing a previous winery establishment.
Gateway Overlay and Economic Development Initiatives
The city is exploring sweeping zoning changes, including higher floor area ratios, height increases, and hotel-friendly policies along El Camino Real to boost transient occupancy tax revenue. Residents and commissioners raised concerns that blanket development incentives could harm neighborhood character and increase overdevelopment.
Seacliff Hotel Expansion in Pier Bowl
Adding rooms to the Seacliff Hotel helps boost local tourism and hospitality offerings in the Pier Bowl area.
Advisory Board and Commission Appointments
The City Council interviewed and appointed local residents to fill dozens of open seats across the city's primary advisory boards, helping guide future decisions on planning, parks, arts, safety, and finances.
PoolRx Commercial Office and Rugby Training Academy Integration
PoolRx was approved to combine its commercial distribution warehouse with a youth rugby training facility and a takeout canteen at 1120 Via Callejon. The project utilizes an off-site parking agreement with a neighbor to satisfy strict code requirements.
Rasta Taco Restaurant Remodel
Zebra House Coffee wants to remove a front planter to build an outdoor patio with a pergola and roll-up doors. The design board reviewed the project to ensure it fits San Clemente's Spanish Colonial Revival design guidelines without putting undue street tree burdens on the city or business.