Oct 4, 2021

Master Plan

Having it all in North Irvine

Lofty views, parks galore, award-winning schools and hundreds of acres of avocado trees make North Irvine one of California’s best places to live.

Oct 4, 2021

News

‘LIKE A NATIONAL PARK IN YOUR BACKYARD’

The Irvine Ranch Northern Open Space Preserve delivers a wilderness experience unlike any in Orange County.

Oct 4, 2021

Education

Teen wins national scholarship

WHAT IS THE IRVINE MASTER PLAN?

What is the Irvine Master Plan?

The Irvine Master Plan is founded on several core principles that create a balance between developed areas and open space.

WHAT IS THE IRVINE MASTER PLAN?

City of Villages

The Master Plan is built around distinct villages, with schools, shopping facilities and parks within walking distance.

WHAT IS THE IRVINE MASTER PLAN?

World-Class Schools

The Master Plan placed a major university, UCI, in the heart of the City, and neighborhood schools are in close proximity to the families they serve.

WHAT IS THE IRVINE MASTER PLAN?

Abundant Parks & Open Space

The Master Plan resulted in one-third of the City being set aside for open space, parks and trails because land preservation was required for development of nearby property.

WHAT IS THE IRVINE MASTER PLAN?

Enterprising Business Districts

Irvine’s Master Plan envisioned a vibrant business sector offering high-quality local jobs located along major transportation routes, and not in the midst of primary residential areas.

WHAT IS THE IRVINE MASTER PLAN?

Local Retail Hubs

Local neighborhood shopping centers are conveniently located throughout Irvine and generate a huge amount of tax revenues, which helps to fund the City’s first-class police department.

WHAT IS THE IRVINE MASTER PLAN?

Transportation Mix

The Irvine Master Plan places a priority on completing roads and other infrastructure, such as sewer and recycled-water systems, ahead of the developments they will serve.

WHAT IS THE IRVINE MASTER PLAN?

Environmental Stewardship

Irvine’s decades-long commitment to pioneering environmental programs and sustainable measures has positioned the city as a national leader in efforts to conserve natural resources and protect the environment.

WHAT IS THE IRVINE MASTER PLAN?

Safe Communities

Tax revenues from retail centers fully fund a modern and community-oriented police department. As a result, Irvine has consistently ranked America’s safest city.

Oct 4, 2021

UCI ranked among America’s top 10 public universities

For the seventh straight year, UC Irvine has been ranked as one of America’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report.

Oct 4, 2021

Irvine police chief celebrates retirement

Irvine Police Chief Mike Hamel will retire this month after 27 years of service with the department, the last six as chief.

Oct 4, 2021

Say hello to a new Hello Kitty store

A new store selling Hello Kitty, Chococat and other Sanrio characters is scheduled to open at University Center this month.

Oct 4, 2021

New technologies keep traffic flowing on Irvine streets

Few cities have 80% of their traffic signals synchronized. Or a fully staffed traffic management center. Or traffic signals that employ artificial intelligence. In Irvine, these are all innovations used to keep things moving.

Oct 4, 2021

New farm dedicated to Second Harvest

Volunteers recently helped plant the first 26,000 cabbages at the 45-acre farm, which is projected to supply more than a half-million pounds of fresh vegetables each month to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County.

Oct 4, 2021

Satellite maker leases four floors in 400 Spectrum tower

Terran Orbital, the world’s leading provider of nanosatellites and microsatellites, recently locked in nearly 90,000 square feet of Class A office space at 400 Spectrum.

Oct 4, 2021

Behold, the great flying pumpkins of Irvine

Look up while visiting Tanaka Farms, and you might see a plump squash sailing through the air. Your eyes aren’t playing tricks on you. It’s the Pumpkin Cannon, and it’s become a must-see fall event.

Oct 4, 2021

The county’s leading rusher

In six games, Portola High running back Nova Kebeli has rushed for over 1,000 yards to lead the county in rushing and the Bulldogs to a 6-0 record.

Oct 4, 2021

Irvine’s legendary Chef Zov

Zov Karamardian, owner of Zov’s Irvine at Orchard Hills Shopping Center, describes the humble beginnings of her 34-year career as one of Orange County’s premier chefs.