Park Circle

Park Circle is a horizontal mixed-use master-planned community in the heart of Valley Center, CA. Located in North San Diego County, Valley Center offers residents an escape to clean air, highly rated schools, walking and biking trails, and great weather. All while still being a short commute to employment centers. Park Circle is designed in the classic American Heritage style with a variety of amenities and home types that will accommodate all buyers. For more information about Park Circle, please visit: www.parkcirclelife.com

Project Details

Location: Valley Center, CA

Project Type: Mixed-Use, Master-Planned Community

Size: 192 Acres

Scope: 632 Single Family Homes | 34,000 Square Feet of Retail Space

Key Amenities: Retail Town Center featuring Restaurants, Shops, and Community Space | Large Central Park with Events Stage, Sports Courts, Tot Lots, and Gathering Places | Clubhouse and Recreation Centers with Pools, Fitness Room, and Event Spaces | Community Garden | Over 8 Miles of Trails | Neighborhood Parks

Project Status

Park Circle Approved by Board of Supervisors

Park Circle received unanimous approval from the Board of Supervisors on October 25, 2017. The project was praised by Chairwoman Dianne Jacob for being consistent with the development density of the General Plan and a project with community support.

“It’s is a prime example of how development should be done in this county and I’m in strong support of this project.” -Chairwoman Dianne Jacob

 

Park Circle Approved by Planning Commission

Park Circle received unanimous approval from the Planning Commission on August 4, 2017. The Commissioners commended Touchstone Communities for their project design, planning process, and collaboration with County Staff and Valley Center community members.

“The Planning Commission’s approval of Park Circle is a huge milestone for us and is the result of over 4 years of hard work and dedication by our team, our consultants, and County Staff. We are proud to have designed a community that is supported by the Valley Center community, complies with the General Plan, and will provide much-needed housing for San Diego County.” -Kerry Garza, Founder & President

Below are some of the comments received from the Commissioners during the hearing.

“This is a great example of how it’s supposed to be done… You guys did exactly what land use planning and community planning is supposed to be about. So thank you very much for a high quality process and project.” -Commissioner Beck

“I’m a strong yes for the project because I think we’re doing what we’re supposed to be doing – providing housing in San Diego County… This just falls into the category of a no brainer.” -Commissioner Barnhardt

“I think this process is one to put in a bottle and ship it out to other developers.” -Commissioner Beck

“Great project. It looks like it’s well thought out. I appreciate the handshake between you and the community and vice versa to make this work.” -Commissioner Seiler

“When we have an item like this and our community leaders are smiling, I just want to commend you, you’ve done the right thing and have come up with the right mix…” -Chairman Brooks

Press

Hundreds of new homes approved for Valley Center

A plan to build 332 single-family homes in central Valley Center, as well as a commercial center, a public park and other amenities, was enthusiastically approved this week by the county Board of Supervisors.

Press

Development in line with the General Plan

Park Circle was featured in a KPBS segment where reporter Alison St John interviewed Touchstone’s Kerry Garza to learn more about the project and how it aligns with the General Plan. The interview was part of a story discussing the “precedent-setting choice” voters will face with the Lilac Hills Initiative on November’s ballot.