San Juan Capistrano Faces Hotel Growth Hurdles
San Juan Capistrano leaders warn tourism and a four dollar hotel tax could boost city revenue if more lodging were available downtown. The Marriott Residence Inn added revenue after opening in 2012, but Dana Point and other south OC cities still pull far more from visitors. Building new hotels requires lengthy stakeholder meetings, design reviews, hearings, and votes before any downtown project proceeds.
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Irvine Smith ranch plan earns praise from San Juan Capistrano panel
San Juan Capistrano planning commissioners welcomed Davidson Communities third plan for Joan Irvine Smith's 20 acre ranch. The proposal would add 32 homes on Ortega Highway along with a rebuilt equestrian center and barns while preserving open space. Commission praised improved site design and architec ture but noted homes look large for the lots. The plan shifts 50 stalls on the south to ease access and adds a four full time staff, one trainer managing daily operations.
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