TUSTIN LEGACY
Planning Update
Irvine Company is partnering with the city to implement the approved Tustin Legacy Vision to provide needed housing and support the completion of key community amenities.
The future community is located on an approximately 19-acre site between Tustin Ranch Road and Warner Avenue between Compass Avenue and Legacy Road. It has been anticipated as a residential community as part of the Tustin Legacy Specific Plan, originally approved by the city in 2003.
Plan Overview
The plan emphasizes landscaping and walkability. A nearly 1-acre publicly accessible park is planned at the corner of Swaim Way and Compass Avenue, providing open spaces and large setbacks. Paseos with mature landscaping will also enhance connectivity to the adjacent District shopping center and community amenities. And a new cafe will provide nearby residents with a new dining option.
About The Tustin Legacy Specific Plan
The proposed 19-acre community is part of the Tustin Legacy Specific Plan approved by the city in 2003, following the closure of the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Tustin in 1999. The city and its planners crafted a vision for a balanced, mixed-use community that brings new office, recreation, housing, shopping, dining and schools to the 1,600-acre former base. Learn more about the city’s plan here.
“The city of Tustin has created an exceptionally balanced and vibrant vision at Tustin Legacy, and we are pleased to partner with the city at this site to continue to implement this plan and bring its community benefits to fruition.”
– Jeff Davis
Senior V.P., Irvine Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the approved uses for the site?
The 19-acre parcel is approved for and anticipated as multifamily residential as part of the Tustin Legacy Specific Plan.
How did you consider the existing community in your plans?
Setbacks: We are nearly doubling the size of required setbacks adjacent to existing communities The Landing and Amalfi.
Parks: A large park is located adjacent to The Landing to provide green space and public recreation areas adjacent to the existing community. Publicly accessible paseos and promenades will also be provided and function as additional community spaces, connecting the site to the larger Tustin Legacy area.
Cafe: A new, publicly accessible cafe is located adjacent to The Landing and will offer new dining options for neighboring residents.
Landscaping: Mature trees – upward of 20 years old – will be planted on Day One to provide an attractive, green street scene for current and future residents.
What is the public review process?
It’s anticipated the city will consider the project in early 2025.