Orangethorpe Transit Village Conceptual Study

Overview

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA), in partnership with the City of Fullerton, conducted the Orangethorpe Transit Village Conceptual Study (Study), which explored the potential for transit-supportive development at the Fullerton Park and Ride Facility. The Study analyzed mixed-use development concepts that could include neighborhood retail, offices, and housing. The Study intended to preserve the transit and park and ride functions at the site while enhancing the sense of community and place, complementing surrounding developments, increasing access to sustainable mobility options, and improving the transit rider experience.

Background & Purpose

The 9-acre Fullerton Park –and Ride Facility is owned and operated by OCTA and is surrounded by the Interstate 5/State Route 91 interchange, Orangethorpe Avenue and Magnolia Street.

The parking lot at the Fullerton Park –and Ride is underutilized, allowing for possible transit and mobility service enhancements and joint use development. The Study explored these opportunities using the following criteria:

• Identify land-uses that complement transit and park –and ride use
• Support the City of Fullerton and local neighborhoods with complementary concepts
• Improve services and conditions for transit riders

The final 2025 study report and summary reports can be viewed under the following Resources section.