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This page summarizes the latest real estate development activity in Dana Point. We monitor planning commission meetings, zoning hearings, city council agendas, and public records to highlight new construction projects, land use changes, and development proposals.

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We track commercial developments, multifamily housing, industrial projects, mixed-use developments, subdivisions, rezoning requests, site plans, special permits, and other land development activity in Dana Point.

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City Council Meeting: June 16, 2026

Published: Jun 16, 2026

Meeting

Parks & EnvironmentInfrastructure

Pines Park Restroom Project Contract Awarded to Nin Construction

The council is set to award a contract for the construction of the Pines Park restroom project to Nin Construction, the low bidder. This project was initiated following a community survey in 2025 where 65% of respondents favored adding a restroom to the park. Nin Construction's existing presence in the area for the Dhini Village connectivity project allows for savings on mobilization and other costs, estimated at $100,000 to $125,000. A pre-fabricated restroom building will be installed to minimize park impact and expedite the process. The total project cost, including contingencies, is [amount not specified]. The goal is to complete the project before summer 2027, with construction potentially starting after the first of the year.

Hiring & ProcurementOther

City Council to Review User Fee Study Contract with Matrix Consulting Group

The council is considering awarding a contract for a user fee study to Matrix Consulting Group. The study will analyze planning, building, and engineering fees, which were last reviewed in 2016. Matrix Consulting Group has proposed an agreement amount of just over $30,000, and funding is available in the current fiscal year 26 budget. The study will include a comparative analysis of fees charged by other municipalities and will aim to provide the city with a tool to make annual adjustments to fees as needed.

Public SafetyOther

Heroic Rescue Recognized; OCFA Launches Summer Drowning Prevention Campaign

The council meeting included a recognition of Lucas for his heroic act of saving a drowning girl and her father at a surf contest in Oceanside. The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) also provided an update on their drowning prevention and awareness campaign for the summer season. They emphasized the ABCs of water safety: Active adult supervision, Barriers (fences around pools), and Classes (swim and CPR). The OCFA highlighted that 95 drownings occurred in Orange County last year and urged vigilance, especially around pools and during summer activities, noting that early CPR can save lives, particularly for children.

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