Plans to expand the area surrounding Acrisure Arena were given official approval by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, with a unanimous 5-0 vote. This approval paves the way for a new phase in development, which could bring homes, shops, and recreational centers to the area north of Interstate 10 in Thousand Palms. This expansion plan, which has been under consideration for almost 50 years, will reshape the community’s landscape.The original North Star specific plan, approved in 2006, allowed for non-residential and resort-type uses, including a golf course and clubhouse. However, in a significant shift, the applicant is now requesting a general plan amendment to alter the land use designation of specific planning areas within the plan. The newly named Classic Club’s specific plan proposes to rezone various areas for residential developments, mixed-use spaces, general commercial, and more.This amendment also aims to streamline the development process for future…..