Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan

The Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan is a redevelopment project by the City of Costa Mesa to create a mixed-income, mixed-use community on a 95-acre site located at 2501 Harbor Boulevard. The development plan includes a minimum of 2,300 dwelling units, with the potential to reach 4,000 units, including 200 units of permanent supportive housing. The project also incorporates 35,000 square feet of commercial space for retail, restaurants, and childcare facilities, as well as at least 14 acres of publicly accessible open space featuring parks, plazas, and recreation centers. Off-site improvements include the construction of the Shelley Circle Trail and a roadway through an adjacent golf course. The project has undergone a comprehensive environmental review process in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act, culminating in a Final Environmental Impact Report in August 2026. Key regulatory considerations include compliance with Senate Bills 82 and 188 regarding affordable housing, as well as consultations with the Native American Heritage Commission concerning tribal cultural resources. Technical analyses have addressed water quality, hazardous waste contamination via the Department of Toxic Substances Control, and electrical capacity upgrades through Southern California Edison to support a projected load of 40,668 kVA by 2030. The project is managed by the City of Costa Mesa's Economic and Development Services Department.