Planning Commission May 28, 2026

The City of Moreno Valley Planning Commission held a meeting on May 28, 2026, primarily focused on a conditional use permit (CUP) request for the development of a 4,000 square foot McDonald's restaurant with a drive-thru at 11875 Pigeon Pass Road. The meeting featured extensive public testimony, with many residents and business owners expressing strong opposition due to concerns about increased traffic congestion, noise, air quality, public safety, and the impact on existing local businesses, particularly Jose's Mexican Restaurant, which is involved in ongoing legal disputes with the property owner. The commission discussed environmental and traffic impact analyses, with some commissioners questioning the adequacy of the studies and requesting additional noise and traffic evaluations. After deliberation, the commission voted unanimously to deny the conditional use permit based on public health, safety, and welfare concerns. Additionally, the commission continued an ordinance regarding logistics use facilities mitigation measures and recommended a village plan amendment to the city council to increase housing density in a specific area, aligning with regional goals. The meeting concluded with scheduling future agenda items and commissioner comments.