Scannell Properties Proposes Manteca Industrial Park
The 320-acre project aims to boost local job growth while prioritizing light industrial use over residential housing.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Employment
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In September 2026, Scannell Properties submitted plans to the city of Manteca for a 320-acre development featuring a 260-acre light industrial park and a 60-acre community park. The project is situated southeast of the Lovelace Road and Union Road intersection.
Why it matters
The proposal aligns with the city's 2040 general plan, which emphasizes industrial growth to generate local jobs and limit the expansion of residential units. This land use strategy also creates a critical buffer to protect existing employment at the nearby Delicato Vineyards.
The development covers 320 acres total, including a 260-acre industrial park and a 60-acre community park site. The area is strategically located within six miles of the Stockton Metro Airport.
The players
Scannell Properties
This real estate development firm specializes in the design and construction of industrial, office, and multi-family projects across the United States.
Delicato Vineyards
This family-owned winery is a significant regional employer that operates facilities in the Manteca area and engages in local land use advocacy.
The details
The site is positioned between Union Road and the Highway 99 Frontage Road, serving as a hub for industrial activity that includes plans to extend Roth Road for future highway access. By focusing on light industrial use, the plan avoids residential density that could have seen over 1,500 housing units built on the land.
Timeline
Delicato Vineyards initiated a referendum on the general plan in 2023.
Scannell Properties submitted the development plans to the city in September 2026.
Macro View
The project follows the land-use framework established by the city of Manteca's 2040 general plan. This shift prioritizes commercial and industrial tax bases over the regional trend of residential suburban expansion.
Residents may see a shift in local traffic patterns due to the planned extension of Roth Road connecting to Highway 99. The focus on industrial jobs over new housing could also influence future housing availability and cost-of-living metrics in the city.
The takeaway
The move underscores Manteca's commitment to industrial growth as a strategy to anchor its economic future. Residents should monitor how the transition from potential residential land to industrial zones alters the city's long-term demographic and employment landscape.
Further reading
For more information on the local labor market, visit Manteca Employment.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Manteca Bulletin.
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