An asphalt plant in Irvine that has repeatedly been criticized by nearby residents for producing foul odors and potentially dangerous pollutants is on track to close in November, according to Irvine city officials.
The city council approved the $285 million purchase of All American Asphalt in April after filing a public nuisance lawsuit against it in 2020, which will be settled with the conclusion of the land sale.
Staff said during a July 11 council meeting they’ve now turned their sights to preparing the property now for a future 70-acre residential village they are calling “Gateway” as well as approximately 700 acres of open space for a “Gateway Preserve.”…