Rancho Belago Estates Specific Plan & Annexation Project

The Rancho Belago Estates Specific Plan and Annexation Project, managed by the City of Moreno Valley, involves the annexation of approximately 2,378 acres in western Riverside County and the development of a residential and mixed-use community on 1,820 of those acres. The project is designed to include up to 3,150 homes, consisting of 3,000 single-family and 150 multi-family residences, along with 37 acres of mixed-use development featuring a hotel, retail spaces, and an elementary school. Additionally, the plan designates approximately 1,143 acres for natural or restored open space, parks, and a golf course. The buildout is expected to occur in six phases with a projected completion date in 2036. The project is subject to the California Environmental Quality Act and is currently undergoing an Environmental Impact Report process to evaluate impacts on air quality, biological resources, and transportation. It must comply with the Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan and adheres to the Housing Accountability Act and Senate Bill 330. Key requirements include the use of qualified biologists during ground-disturbing activities, the implementation of a specialized lighting plan to protect adjacent conservation areas, and strict confidentiality regarding tribal cultural resources in accordance with Assembly Bill 52 and Senate Bill 18. Coordination is being managed by the City of Moreno Valley with support from Psomas and the Highland Fairview Environmental Foundation.