Tentative Tract Map No. PLN 24-0136 - Cypress Sands Project

The Cypress Sands project, identified by solicitation number 2025100052, involves the subdivision and development of 8.15 adjusted gross acres in the City of Menifee, California. The project consists of Tentative Tract Map No. PLN 24-0136 and Plot Plan No. PLN 24-0137, which authorize the creation of a 132-unit row townhome condominium development. Key site features include 295 parking spaces and an open plan recreation area, with primary access via Tioga Lane and emergency access via Chambers Avenue. The project is governed by the Senate Bill 330 Housing Crisis Act of 2019 and adheres to Medium Density Residential zoning standards. The City of Menifee Community Development Department serves as the lead agency, with Ryan Fowler as the primary point of contact. A Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared under the California Environmental Quality Act to address potential impacts on air quality, biological resources, and cultural assets. Compliance is managed through a Mitigated Monitoring and Reporting Program, which requires the use of USEPA Tier 4 Final standard equipment for grading and strict adherence to cultural resource monitoring and reporting. The project has received approval from the Planning Commission as of November 12, 2025, following a public review period and coordination with agencies such as the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.