"We understand the Jurupa Oak's significance and have always been committed to its preservation," said Brian Hardy, a representative of Richland Communities, emphasizing their commitment after the city council's vote.
The project involves building nearly 1,700 homes and a light industrial park, amid concerns about potential damage to the nearby Jurupa Oak and its environment.
A coalition of environmental groups has raised alarms about the heat-island effect and potential disruptions to local water resources that could harm the Jurupa Oak, which is over 13,000 years old.
Despite the city's approval, there has been pushback from scientists regarding the impact of the development on the historically significant Jurupa Oak.
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