Council members approved a change to the city’s zoning law that could allow a nature park on the Oak Creek golf course site, which might also get thousands of new homes.
Tag: open space
Irvine’s Oak Creek Development Could See Nature Park
Irvine planning commissioners are recommending that city council members adopt a zone change that would allow for a nature park on the current Oak Creek Golf Course site.
Egorov: Oak Creek, Understanding Irvine’s Protected Open Space and Its Legal Status
Oak Creek Golf Course is legally protected under Resolution 88-1, despite claims otherwise. Residents should understand the facts, examine official maps, and support recording a public easement to secure Irvine’s open space for future generations.”
Irvine Open Space Protection Ballot Measure Kicked to 2026
After initiating a debate about the future of open space preservation in town, the city council decided to delay any further discussion about a special election to 2026.
Van Tuyl: Irvine Ballot Measures and Why We Are Talking About Them
Irvine’s debate over the Oak Creek Golf Course is fueled by claims it’s “protected open space” under Resolution 88-1. It isn’t. As the City weighs five ballot measures, voters must decide between misinformation and documented law — and whether preservation should be built on facts or slogans.
Irvine Grapples With Open Space Protections
Irvine City Council members are expected to discuss four different ballot measure options regarding the future of open space preservation in town and whether or not the Oak Creek Golf Club can be replaced with housing.
Irvine to Consider Options For Open Space Preservation Ballot Measure
The Irvine City Council is expected to discuss a few ballot measure language options for a special election in November regarding open space preservation and residential development at the Oak Creek Golf Club.
Irvine Voters Could Decide Future of Open Spaces in City
Irvine voters could see a special election this November to clear up some questions regarding open space protections and whether or not voters want to replace Oak Creek Golf Club with 3,100 housing units.
Irvine’s Oak Creek Golf Club Could Become Housing, Does it Go Against a Voter Initiative?
Irvine leaders, alongside the Irvine Company, are considering plans to construct 3,100 units on the Oak Creek Golf Club site, in addition to community gathering spaces and a new school.
South OC Residents Fight To Keep Open Space in San Juan Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano’s Northwest Open Space might be getting a makeover despite some residents’ concerns about the proposed development and potential encroachment upon Putuidem Village, a cultural heritage site on the property.



