Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Juan Capistrano public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in zoning with high priority
Legacy Ranch Project at Northwest Open Space
The city is negotiating with Legacy Ranch Partners LLC over the price and terms for land at 30291 Camino Capistrano, known as the Northwest Open Space. What the city pays — or doesn't — could shape future open space in town.
Rosenbaum Road vacation and land sale to St. John Chrysostom Church
The city is moving forward with plans to vacate parts of Rosenbaum Road and Trabuco Creek Road and sell a small city parcel to a nearby church. Residents raised concerns about losing access to bike and walking paths and increasing traffic congestion.
ADU ordinance update (Ordinance 1136)
State 2025 laws let property owners build up to three units per lot, cut required parking, and even allow ADUs before the main house in fire-rebuild cases. Commissioners grumbled the city has almost no say and worried about parking and neighborhood impacts.