Study Session October 13, 2026

The City of Moreno Valley City Council held a study session on October 13, 2026, covering industrial land use and the municipal code’s permitted-use table. Staff reported approximately 1.75 million square feet of industrial space under construction, 45 million square feet entitled but unbuilt, and a 4.8% industrial vacancy rate across 17 available buildings. Discussion addressed airport compatibility restrictions on some vacant sites and possible alternative uses for industrial buildings, which could require zoning amendments. Residents raised concerns about warehouse growth, infrastructure costs, vacant properties, and potential community uses. No procurement activity, spending authorization, or contract award was identified.

The second presentation reviewed zoning and potential impacts of car washes, fast-food restaurants, self-storage facilities, and service stations, including demand, tax revenue, and consumer spending outside the city. Councilmembers discussed balancing development standards with incentives to attract desired businesses and community amenities. The city manager said staff would consider incentive approaches, including tax-sharing agreements, which have been used only rarely in Moreno Valley; no policy change, motion, or vote was taken. The session also discussed existing zoning requirements and airport-related occupancy limits, but did not adopt amendments.