Santa Clarita Opposes Proposed Courthouse Site Near McBean Parkway

Santa Clarita is continuing to oppose the State Judicial Council’s proposed courthouse site near McBean Parkway and Valencia Boulevard, while city officials pursue alternatives for the facility.

The city said July 9, 2026, that it supports building a modern courthouse and improving residents’ access to judicial services. Its objection is focused on the proposed location, which officials say is not appropriate for the courthouse.

City is seeking other properties

Santa Clarita officials said they have researched alternative properties, coordinated with officials and submitted multiple recommendations to the Judicial Council. The city plans to continue advocating against the McBean Parkway site while seeking another location.

The dispute leaves the courthouse location under development rather than establishing the proposed site as a final decision. The choice could permanently shape a prominent part of Santa Clarita near one of the city’s major intersections, with potential implications for local traffic and how residents reach court services.

The city’s position separates support for updated judicial facilities from opposition to the proposed property. Santa Clarita is arguing that the community needs a modern courthouse, but that the facility should be placed somewhere else.

The city’s July 9 statement did not give a current decision date from the State Judicial Council. It also did not identify the alternative properties or provide comparative cost and scheduling information.

For now, city advocacy remains ongoing. No final courthouse location has been announced, and Santa Clarita continues to press the Judicial Council to consider an alternative to the proposed McBean Parkway and Valencia Boulevard site.