Welcome to the Irvine Business Complex (IBC) Home Page.
Here you will find information about the planning processes and activities within the IBC, via the links and updates provided below.
If you are new to the Irvine Business Complex, view information regarding the development process in the IBC (IBC Information Sheet).
Irvine 2035 – Our Future. Take our Survey now to help the City of Irvine determine its update to the General Plan, a state-required document to represent the long-range vision of the City. Click here for Survey.
The Planning and Zoning Counter is a primary resource available to businesses, developers, real estate professionals and members of the public. At the counter, visitors can gather information to assist them in making decisions regarding development and expansion in Irvine. The Department staff also reviews all applications for building improvements, residential alterations and signs. The Planning Team includes the Planning and Zoning Counter, Land Use Data Monitoring and Permit Processing.
The Planning Division implements the policies and objectives of the community as set forth in the City of Irvine General Plan and Zoning Ordinance. This division also reviews proposed developments for consistency with the City's standards and policies relating to land use and preservation of the environment to ensure the quality of life will be maintained or enhanced for future generations.
Open space and some recreational amenities are provided in the various villages of Irvine.
Neighborhood parks usually do not have public facilities or staff present. Picnic areas cannot be reserved and are available on a first-come, first-served basis for groups of 49 or less. Alcohol and vendors (e.g., caterers or entertainers) are not permitted.
Bounce houses are permitted at select parks with a permit. For more information, visit the Picnic & Bounce Houses webpage.
The City of Irvine is dedicated to creating and promoting an awareness of our natural community, while encouraging behaviors that will ensure the preservation of our open space wilderness for generations to come. By engaging members of the community in positive outdoor recreational and educational experiences, we will manage and maintain Irvine’s open space preserve as a welcoming and valued part of our City.
County-owned parks within the City of Irvine include William R. Mason Regional Park and portions of the Irvine Ranch Open Space. For information on county parks, please visit ocparks.com.
For information on City of Irvine parks, please visit the Community Parks & Centers page or learn more here about the Irvine Open Space Preserve and wilderness trails.
CDE provides a variety of publications to further the enhancement of quality in infant/toddler and preschool programs.
Reading Rockets: A national multimedia project offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read, why so many struggle, and how caring adults can help.