The City of Irvine has approved the purchase of a 110,000-square-foot indoor gymnasium facility at 17300 Red Hill Avenue in the Irvine Business Complex. The gym will be built on a 7.3-acre site and will include 10 multi-use courts, 10 badminton courts, a multipurpose room, office spaces, a food court, and 369 parking spaces.
The facility is intended to address the City's need for indoor recreational space and will be operated as a public gym for various sports activities, tournaments, and community events.
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Irvine Fieldhouse Project Timeline
Summer 2024: Approval & Purchase Process
- City Council approved the gym purchase (August 13, 2024).
- Execution of Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) with Lincoln Property Company (LPC).
- Environmental assessment contingency period (completed: September 3, 2024).
Fall 2024 - Winter 2025: Pre-Construction & Permitting
- LPC modifies building permits to accommodate gym construction.
- Finalization of base building design and site plans.
Spring - Fall 2025: Base Building Construction
- Construction begins on the 110,000-square-foot base building.
- Completion of the base building shell (mid-to-late 2025).
- Potential early closing incentive: If escrow closes between August 1 - November 1, 2025, the City receives a $10,000 per day purchase price credit.
Winter 2025 - Spring 2026: Tenant Improvements & Finalization
- Installation of gym flooring, lighting, scoreboards, and sports equipment.
- Environmental insurance policy transfer to the City.
- Final inspections and City approval.
Summer - Fall 2026: Opening & Operations
- Gymnasium opens for public use.
- Facility available for city-run programs, sports organizations, and community events.