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Council approves partial abandonment of West Commonwealth right‑of‑way to Grace Ministries, drawing tree and transparency concerns
Summary
Fullerton council approved a street vacation and purchase agreement with Grace Ministries for a remnant parcel near 1747 W. Commonwealth, with deed restrictions limiting use to parking or open space; public commenters raised concerns about tree removal and the net fiscal benefit to the city.
Fullerton — The City Council on Nov. 4 approved the partial abandonment (vacation) of a right‑of‑way segment on West Commonwealth Avenue and ratified a purchase and sale agreement with Grace Ministries International to convey the remnant parcel to the applicant.
Staff described the site as a narrow, landlocked remnant left after Commonwealth's realignment and said the purchase price was based on an appraisal that accounted for deed and utility easements and restrictions. The council packet and staff presentation noted deed restrictions that would limit future use to parking or open space and a requirement that the buyer fulfill…
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