The Chiquita Ridge project in Rancho Santa Margarita has benefited significantly from comprehensive planning and feasibility reports. A key contributor to this strategic planning process has been Hunden Strategic Partners, a renowned firm specializing in market and financial analysis for development projects. Their expertise has been instrumental in shaping the vision and direction of the Chiquita Ridge development, ensuring informed decision-making based on thorough research and analysis. This article outlines the pivotal reports completed by Hunden Strategic Partners, showcasing their role in guiding this significant project.
Key Feasibility Reports by Hunden Strategic Partners
2017 – Chiquita Ridge Sports Facility Market, Feasibility and Economic Impact Analysis
In 2017, Hunden Strategic Partners delivered a detailed report focusing on the potential for a sports facility at Chiquita Ridge. This comprehensive analysis investigated local and regional sports facility supply and demand, crucial for understanding the viability of such a project. The report delved into the implications of establishing a tournament-play facility, providing valuable financial projections to assess its economic feasibility. Through stakeholder interviews, analysis of sports trends, web-based surveys, and case studies, Hunden Strategic Partners evaluated four distinct development scenarios. Their expert recommendation highlighted the greater need and feasibility of an indoor sports facility at the site, considering both market demand and the site’s topography, suggesting the development of up to eight indoor courts as opposed to fewer outdoor softball fields.
2016 – Focused Market Study for Chiquita Ridge Property
Building upon previous analyses, Hunden Strategic Partners conducted a focused market study in 2016, specifically examining the retail, residential, and hospitality sectors. This study aimed to provide an updated perspective on market trends and validate the City Council’s long-term vision for Chiquita Ridge. Presenting their initial findings in October 2016, Hunden Strategic Partners reaffirmed the feasibility of developing the property, aligning with previous assessments. Their recommendations provided concrete direction for potential retail development, including specific uses such as a warehouse club store, traditional retail and service spaces, restaurant pads, and a hotel, alongside necessary parking provisions. This focused study offered the City Council a robust market-validated framework for future development decisions at Chiquita Ridge.
Conclusion
The planning and development of Chiquita Ridge have been strategically informed by detailed feasibility studies, with Hunden Strategic Partners playing a central role in providing expert analysis and recommendations. Their comprehensive reports, focusing on both sports facilities and broader market potentials, have been crucial in guiding the City Council’s vision and ensuring that development decisions are grounded in rigorous market research and financial projections. The work of Hunden Strategic Partners underscores the importance of strategic feasibility studies in successful urban development projects, paving the way for informed and impactful growth at Chiquita Ridge.
