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Conditional UseApproved1937 and 2011 W. Chapman Avenue, Orange, CA

California Republic Leadership Academy (CRLA) charter elementary school

Orange

Description

Conversion of two existing commercial buildings into a TK-8 charter school for up to 864 students, with two new play areas built in the existing parking lot and an on-site drop-off queuing system.

Impact summary

Adds significant peak-hour traffic to West Chapman (about 832 extra morning trips at full enrollment), managed through staggered schedules, staff coordinators and right-turn-only entry and exit.

Applicant

Name
Red Hook Capital Partners / CRLA (represented by Donna Tripp, Craig Lawson & Co.)
Address
1937 and 2011 W. Chapman Avenue, Orange, CA

At a glance

Hearings
1
Public comments
4
Total mentions
1

Last vote · Planning Commission

Approved5–0, unanimous

Last discussed Jul 6, 2026.

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