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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Placentia public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Infill housing on vacant Oak Street lot
A builder wants to replace a long-empty lot in Atwood with a new two-story home and a small ADU. The lot predates modern sizing rules, so the project needs relaxed setbacks. It's part of a broader pattern of infill homes in the neighborhood.
Mold remediation at Aguirre and Whitten Center buildings
Two Vincor Construction change orders totaling about $44,000 cover unexpected mold found during renovations of the Aguirre Building and Whitten Center kitchen.
Downtown Streetscape Master Plan funding and construction readiness
The EIFD exists to pay for the Old Town Streetscape Master Plan using a share of property tax growth — no new taxes. Design work is finished and bids are in, but construction still needs bond issuance once revenues reach roughly $1 million, expected around December 2026.
The Picklr indoor pickleball facility at former CVS site
A vacant anchor space in the Yorba Linda Center shopping center is being revived as a seven-court indoor pickleball club. Neighbors nearby will see more evening activity, but all play is indoors with sound-dampening panels and a 10 p.m. close for now.
Old Town parking and late-night hours
Commissioners and staff discussed scarce Old Town parking — no valet agreement exists — and how midnight hours compare with other downtown businesses that mostly close at 10 or 11. The six-month review is the safety valve if problems arise.
Old Town parking crisis at the Herald apartments
The new paid overnight parking pilot at the Crowther lot plus enforcement on Cameron Street has left Herald residents ticketed and scrambling for spots. Residents and management want a monthly permit option and possibly paid parking on Cameron itself; council members counter that the developer should have provided enough parking.
Wildfire Hazard Zones
Placentia residents, pay attention! Your city is now part of updated wildfire hazard zones. This means potential changes for homeowners and how the city prepares for emergencies.