Planning Commission Meeting May 7, 2026

The City of Lake Forest Planning Commission held a meeting on May 7, 2026, which included a detailed presentation by John Condan of Tribuko Consulting on crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED). The presentation emphasized design strategies to enhance community safety, including natural surveillance, access control, territorial reinforcement, and maintenance. The commission also received an update on the city's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for the first quarter of 2026, covering 60 projects totaling $55 million, including completed and ongoing infrastructure improvements such as street repairs, park renovations, and energy-efficient lighting installations. Discussions addressed concerns about the quality and appearance of street repairs related to recent fiber optic installations, with staff explaining the multi-phase process and standards for pavement restoration and graffiti removal. The commission also reviewed zoning code amendments related to boarding houses and transitional lodging, with a unanimous vote to recommend city council approval. Overall, the meeting focused on community safety design principles, capital project progress, and regulatory updates affecting city infrastructure and land use.