Meredith International Centre Specific Plan Amendment

The City of Ontario is proposing a Specific Plan Amendment to establish a Mixed-Use Overlay district within Planning Area 3A, which is currently designated as Urban Commercial. This amendment aims to enable a high-quality, mixed-use development that could include up to 1,400 residential units and no more than 50,000 square feet of commercial and retail space, aligning with a vision of resort-style residential living and upscale dining and retail offerings. The overlay is intended to create a distinctive urban environment that supports both vertical and horizontal mixed-use patterns, responding to the broader goals of The Ontario Plan, which already designates the site as Mixed Use (MU-Meredith) with a density allowance of up to 125 dwelling units per acre and a focus on regional-serving retail and office uses to foster a vibrant, integrated community. The amendment seeks to harmonize the Specific Plan with the policies outlined in The Ontario Plan by clarifying development standards and ensuring consistency in land use intent. It will provide a regulatory framework for future projects that meet elevated design and programming criteria, promoting a cohesive and walkable urban fabric while enhancing the area’s regional appeal. The proposal is managed by the City of Ontario’s Planning Department, with David F. Eoff IV serving as the Principal Planner for public inquiries, and all relevant information is accessible through the California Environmental Quality Act notice system. The initiative reflects a long-term strategy to transform the site into a premier mixed-use destination that supports economic growth, residential diversity, and enhanced public amenities.