City of Orange, CA
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About the South Main Street Corridor
The western portion of the City of Orange is a hub of activity, home to three renowned major medical centers and a concentration of medical, governmental, research and development.
This area is strategically designed to integrate these uses with commercial retail, professional offices, housing, and civic spaces along key corridors like West Katella Avenue, Town and Country Road, and Uptown Orange.
The city’s General Plan and Zoning policies support the development of urban, high-intensity, regionally-oriented activity centers, ensuring a dynamic and thriving environment.
The proximity to major medical centers such as Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) and St. Joseph Hospital has created a significant demand for medical office space and complementary uses. This demand extends to housing, as medical professionals and staff seek convenient living options close to their workplaces.
Market studies indicate strong potential for high-density housing and mixed-use developments that cater to the needs of these professionals, while also providing retail amenities and services.
- Medical Hub: This corridor is anchored by major medical centers such as Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) and St. Joseph Hospital, creating a demand for medical office space and complementary uses.
- Mixed-Use Potential: The area has potential for high-density housing and mixed-use development that supports current and future medical facilities, while also providing retail amenities and services.
- Community Integration: The corridor abuts established single- and multi-family neighborhoods, making expansion and intensification a challenge but also an opportunity for thoughtful integration.
With its blend of medical, commercial, and residential uses, Key goals for this corridor include:
- Encouraging Compatible and Integrated Uses: Foster a harmonious blend of residential, commercial, and office spaces to create vibrant, cohesive communities.
- Promoting Development of a Medical Corridor: Continue developing a specialized medical corridor that leverages existing hospital and medical facilities to enhance healthcare services and innovation.
Investing in the City of Orange offers developers a unique opportunity to be part of a thriving, strategically located community with high demand for housing and strong support for development.