Pandemic concerns prompt change of Garden Plaza proposed Project Public Scoping Meeting to virtual

Due to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases and concerns raised by several residents interested in the project, the proposed Garden Plaza project Public Scoping Meeting on Monday, January 24 will now take place virtually via Zoom.

The City is encouraging residents to participate in the environmental scoping meeting hosted by private property owner ValueRock Realty regarding its proposed project on the northwest side of Marguerite Parkway and La Paz.

No decisions will be made at this meeting, and no public hearings have been scheduled yet for the project. The property owner has a right to submit an application and receive a fair hearing. City staff expects to schedule such hearings in the coming months and will notify the public with abundant time to participate.

As the City reported, during the January 24 meeting, the developer will present the proposed project, describe the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) process, and receive public comments regarding the scope of the EIR. To watch, listen and comment, click here. Public input is essential to the process.

In addition, in contrast to misinformation circulating via social media, be aware that any potential change of zoning associated with the developer's proposal would apply only to this site and would not be applicable to other sites in the City.

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For more information about the proposed project, review process, environmental documentation, or environmental scoping meeting, contact the Community Development Department at 949-470-3053. Email comments to [email protected].