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Ready to Build your Dreams? We're In!

Lake Elsinore invites you to Dream Extreme with us. Our commitment to your business success is unmatched, offering a pro-business environment where your vision can thrive. We partner with you through every phase of development, providing expedited services and approvals that surpass regional standards. With the Extreme Dream Team by your side, expect a smooth journey from initial concept to grand opening. Lake Elsinore boasts a vibrant array of development opportunities, competitive lease rates, and a track record of business growth. Let us help you turn your boldest business dreams into reality.

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Extreme Dream Team

The Extreme Dream Team is here to help you with whatever your business needs. From location searches and zoning inquiries to planning and business taxes, we’ve got you covered. Plus, we’ll connect you with valuable resources to help you overcome any challenges along the way.

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Gina Gonzalez

M-URP, CEcD, ACE

Director of Economic & Legislative Affairs

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David DeVries

MBA, AI, CABre #01893653

Economic Development Manager

Entitlement & Permitting

Every step of the way, the Extreme Dream Team is here as your project partner. During all phases of site selection, due diligence, entitlement, permitting, and construction processes, we are here.

Accelerated Plan Check

Your business' development process is our priority! The LE Action Team is committed to giving you the fastest plan check turn-around time possible. Let's make your dream happen faster.

Extremeline

Explore Lake Elsinore's newly-updated development workflow, Extremeline.

Development Help Desk

Self-Service Portal

Apply and pay for permits, check the status of your application, request inspections, and more.

Forms

Access forms and applications for plan checks, permits and more.

Fees

See current development fees.

General Plan

The Lake Elsinore General Plan is the policy of acceptable land uses that guides the growth and development of our City for years to come.

Municipal Code

Need to find Lake Elsinore's laws about zoning, permitted uses, construction, etc.? Find it fast in the easy-to-use online version of the City’s Municipal Code.

Drawing Standards

Save time in plan preparation and other construction activity, download City standards.

Zoning

Find out if the zoning of a property is right for your business. Find sites where your business can operate to narrow down potential locations.

Building Inspection

Schedule your building inspection.

Community Development

The department responsible for the Lake Elsinore's planning, code enforcement, and construction regulation programs.

Housing

Updated every eight years to reflect the community's changing housing needs.

City Contacts

A directory of municipal staff and departments in Lake Elsinore.

Property Boundary and Measure Tool

Use this interactive tool to map and measure properties, and view recorded subdivisions.

Properties & Studies

Industries

In Lake Elsinore, you’ll find an attractive combination of natural beauty, year-round outdoor recreation, and a thriving community to create the perfect environment for businesses. From fishing and boating on Southern California’s largest freshwater lake to hiking scenic trails, the city offers an unmatched quality of life. With $70 million in downtown improvements and proximity to major retailers, Lake Elsinore is investing in growth and innovation. Add a supportive community and a skilled workforce, and you have the ideal place to live, work, and thrive in these key industries and beyond.

Action Sports

Lake Elsinore is the action sports capital of the world! Your extreme sports business will find a welcome home here, whether you need lakefront property, industrial space, or anything in between.

Retail

With two retail hubs located directly off Interstate 15, Lake Elsinore is also home to the Outlets at Lake Elsinore, and many neighborhood shopping centers. You're sure to find your ideal retail location here—we can help!

Restaurants

Alongside Lake Elsinore's prime retail offerings, you'll find restaurant options of all styles, locations, and concepts. Let us cater to your budget and your vision.

Office

Whether you want to lease or purchase your office space—or even build to suit your vision—Lake Elsinore has thousands of square feet ready for you.

Industrial

Lake Elsinore's strategic SoCal location and available land make for an ideal home base for manufacturing, logistics, distribution and more.

Medical

Lake Elsinore is a city on the grow! Our increased population means a need for greater health care options, from medical offices to labs and medical facilities.

Innovation Starts Here!

Home to a skilled workforce, growing population, and the best action sports in Southern California, Lake Elsinore is ready to be the home to more businesses in these industries:

Specialized and General Retail

Advanced Manufacturing

Aerospace & Aviation

Clean Energy & Technology

Design and Engineering Studios

Professional Services

Restaurants & Cafés

Hospitality & Hotels

Adventure & Sports Equipment
Outdoor Recreation Services

Entertainment Venues

Studies

Demographics & Market Demand

Get ready to Dream Extreme by learning about the current and projected demographics, retail opportunities, and residential activity in Lake Elsinore.

Hotel Demand & Feasibility Study

Learn more about the demand and feasibility of a new hotel in Lake Elsinore.

Office Demand

An in-depth look at trends, demographics, and market conditions affecting office demand in Lake Elsinore.

Retail Demand

Essential insights, trends, economic, and demographics for Lake Elsinore's retail market.

Industrial Demand

Supply trends, market conditions, and demographic indicators shaping industrial demand in Lake Elsinore.

Property Highlights

Close to Orange, San Diego, and Los Angeles Counties, Lake Elsinore is located for business growth. Easy access to major freeways, plentiful industrial and commercial land, and a quality labor force make Lake Elsinore an ideal location for your business!

Lake Elsinore City Center

  • Over 243,208 sf of Retail; up to 50,000 sf available at former Walmart site
  • Adjacent to I-15
  • Signage Visible from Freeway
  • Tenants: Inland Boats, EoS Fitness, Starbucks, O'Reilly's

Build-to-Suit Retail at Central & Cambern

  • Retail Shopping Center Build to Suit
  • Up to 18 Acres Available
  • Adjacent to Costco, Super Walmart and “Coming Soon” Stater Bros

Valley Center Shopping Center

  • Over 23,800 sf of Retail
  • 129,000 Cars Daily
  • Adjacent to Baseball Stadium and Future Artisan Alley
  • 6,181 sf Former BofA Building Also Available

Outlets at Lake Elsinore

  • Over 318,000 sf of Retail
  • Adjacent to I-15 and Future I-74
  • Robust Digital Freeway Signage
  • Tenants: Levi's, Gap, Guess, Vans, Sunglass Hut, Bath & Body Works

Land Opportunities

No matter what kind of business you own or want to start, Lake Elsinore has the ideal space for you. Office buildings, retail spaces, industrial properties, warehouses, build-to-suit commercial land, and more are available for sale in and around Lake Elsinore.

Build-to-Suit Retail, Hotel & Entertainment Pads

  • Retail, Hotel & Entertainment Pads available between 10k and 30k sf
  • Phase 2 of project adjacent to Pins N' Pockets Entertainment Complex
  • Adjacent to I-15 and Lake Elsinore Casino· Signage Visible from Freeway
  • Tenants: Pins and Pockets, Diamond 8 Cinemas, Dutch Bros. Coffee

Cooper's Track

  • Retail/Industrial Build-to-Suit
  • Adjacent to I-15
  • Signage Visible from the Freeway
  • Future Hotel and 490 Apartments Proposed

Build-to-Suit Retail & Drive-Thru Pads Adjacent to Downtown Lake Elsinore

  • Retail or Healthy Food Drive-Thru Concept
  • 0.49 AC Retail Pad Available
  • SWC I-15 and Main St.
  • Signage Visible from Freeway
  • New Off-Site Improvements

Grand Ave Lakeside

  • HWY 74 & Grand
  • 43 AC Lakefront Mixed-Use
  • For Sale

MEBO Lakeshore

  • Lakeshore & Main
  • 17 AC Lakefront Mixed-Use
  • Build2Suit

Summerly Golf Course

  • 29381 Village Pky
  • Links Golf Course, Range, & Clubhouse
  • For Sale

Artisan Alley

  • SEC Diamond & Malaga
  • 10 AC Mixed-Use Brew Hub Center
  • Build2Suit

Retail Pad Near the Lake

  • 31455 Riverside Dr
  • 10 AC Vacant Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

Lakefront Retail Pad

  • Riverside & Monroe
  • 10 AC Vacant Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

Lakefront Retail Pad

  • 15712 Grand Ave
  • 5.18 AC Vacant Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

Lakefront Retail Pad

  • Riverside & Lehr
  • 18 AC Vacant Mixed-Use Pad
  • Build2Suit

Retail Pad near the Lake

  • Lakeshore South of Machado
  • 0.86 AC Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

Retail Pad near Lake

  • Lakeshore North of Diamond
  • 11.52 AC Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

Retail Pad near MotorSports

  • W of Mission Trail & Vine
  • 15 AC Retail/Recreation Pad
  • Build2Suit

Lakefront Restaurant Pad

  • Lakeshore & Chaney
  • 1.11 AC Restaurant Pad
  • Build2Suit

Freeway Adjacent Retail Pad

  • Casino South of Diamond
  • 0.86 AC Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

Freeway Adjacent Retail Pad

  • Avenue 6 North of Grunder Dr.
  • 2.72 AC Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

Retail Pad Near Diamond Stadium

  • Diamond & Campbell
  • 2.39 AC Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

North Elsinore

  • North Peak District
  • 953 AC Open Space/Residential Area
  • Build2Suit

Retail Pad Near Walmart

  • NEC of 3rd and Dexter
  • 2.12 AC Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

Lakeview Plaza

  • Lakeshore Near Hwy 74
  • 4.26 AC Entitled Shopping Center
  • For Sale

Lakeshore Pointe

  • NEC Riverside & Le Harve
  • 13 AC Mixed-Use Pad
  • For Sale

Retail Pad Near Home Depot

  • SWC of Collier and Riverside/Hwy 74
  • up to 4 AC Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

Dexter Retail Pad

  • SEC Central Ave & Dexter
  • Walmart Center Adjacent Pad
  • Build2Suit

Freeway Adjacent Retail Pad

  • Collier North of Chaney
  • 0.66 AC Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

Canyon Estates Retail Pad

  • Central, S of Grunder
  • 3 AC Freeway Adjacent Retail Pad
  • For Sale

Retail Pad Near Walmart

  • 3rd St East of Dexter
  • 1 AC Retail Pad
  • Build2Suit

Zoning Map

A detailed city zoning map with color-coded areas indicating different land uses, roads, water bodies, and municipal boundaries.