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Costa Mesa panel approves Jumpstart trampoline park at Harbor Boulevard shopping center
Summary
The Costa Mesa Planning Commission on July 13 approved a conditional use permit for Jumpstart Adventure Parks to open an indoor trampoline and family activity center at 2200 Harbor Boulevard, citing staff findings that the project meets zoning and a CEQA existing‑facilities exemption; the vote was 6–0.
The Costa Mesa Planning Commission voted 6–0 on July 13 to approve a conditional use permit for Jumpstart Adventure Parks to operate an indoor trampoline and adventure park at 2200 Harbor Boulevard (Suite P‑110).
Justin Arias, associate planner, told commissioners the roughly 12‑acre shopping center is zoned for general commercial uses and staff found the Jumpstart proposal (PCUP‑25‑0022) consistent with general plan and zoning standards. Arias said the proposal includes safety measures (waivers, age‑specific play areas, staff monitors and regular inspections), weekday hours of 10 a.m.–8 p.m. and extended weekend hours to 10 p.m., and that noise impacts are unlikely because activities would be contained inside the tenant space. He also noted the project is subject to AB 2097 and therefore not subject to a city minimum parking requirement.
David See, a consultant for the applicant, told the commission the team has surveyed the center’s parking and expects to open by the end of the year. “Jumpstart’s very excited to get started here,” See said, adding that the company reviewed staff’s conditions and agreed to them.
Commissioners raised process and zoning questions during the hearing. Vice Chair Zick asked whether the use was landing as an "amusement center" that requires a conditional use permit (CUP) or whether an upcoming zoning change would classify it as an "active entertainment" use that could be permitted by right. Arias said staff classified the proposal as an amusement center for this property and explained the proposed code amendment discussed later in the meeting could reclassify similar uses under a different entitlement vehicle.
Commissioner Martinez, who moved approval, said the use would add a child‑oriented amenity to the center and praised staff’s expedited review. “This looks like a really fun business, something that I would want to go to,” Martinez said prior to the vote. Commissioner Andrade seconded the motion. The roll call vote was 6–0 in favor; the decision is final unless appealed to City Council within seven days.
The conditions of approval include the findings in the staff report and the CEQA determination that the project is categorically exempt under the "existing facilities" exemption. The police department reviewed the proposal and raised no objections in the staff report. Staff and the applicant said one written public comment in support (from an adjacent business, Newport Rib Company) was filed prior to the hearing.
Next step: Unless appealed, the applicant may proceed with ministerial permits required to build out the tenant improvements and implement the conditions of approval.
