±118.26 AC Industrial Land Opportunity located in Unincorporated Kern County, CA
±118.26 AC Industrial Land Opportunity located in Unincorporated Kern County, CA
±118.26 AC Industrial Land Opportunity located in Unincorporated Kern County, CA
A ±118.26 AC Industrial Land Opportunity in Unicorporated Kern County, CA
| ADDRESS | 31500 Pond Rd, McFarland, CA |
| APN | 521-120-14: ±62.60 AC 521-120-15: ±55.68 AC |
| COUNTY | Kern |
| LAND AREA | ±118.26 AC |
| JURISDICTION | Unincorporated Kern County (annexation into City of Delano initiated) |
| CURRENT COUNTY ZONING | Agricultural (A) with FPS (Floodplain Secondary) overlay |
| TYPE | Large-scale industrial land assemblage (former biomass co-generation facility) |
Kidder Mathews proudly presents a ±118.26-acre industrial land assemblage located immediately south of the City of Delano and proximate to McFarland, CA.
The property is comprised of two contiguous parcels historically developed and operated as a biomass co-generation power facility. Ownership has investigated the annexation process into the City of Delano and has held favorable preliminary discussions regarding rezoning to a Heavy Industrial classification consistent with existing industrial and special-purpose uses located immediately north of the site.
| OFFERED AS | Fee Simple Interest |
| ASKING PRICE | Negotiable / Market Guidance Available Upon Request |
| DUE DILIGENCE | ALTA Survey (Hillwig-Goodrow 2021), Title (First American), CES Technical Data. Complete Due Diligence Folder including Environmental Reports. |
| TOURS | By Appointment Only – Contact Broker |
Anticipated that the Heavy Industrial zoning will permit manufacturing, energy, logistics development, including outdoor storage and truck parking.
The I-99 corridor is a very important and key agricultural processing corridor.
Power, wells, and yard improvements reduce lead time and cost.
Ideal platform for BECCS, hydrogen, or waste-to-energy projects.
±118.26 acres of industrial-zoned land inside city limits—extremely scarce.
Located along SR‑99, Delano provides immediate access to Bakersfield, I‑5, rail, and regional logistics infrastructure.
Regional Ag‑Industrial Hub
Delano is one of northern Kern County’s primary agricultural and ag‑industrial centers, supporting large‑scale table grape production and related processing, cold storage, and distribution activities.
Established Workforce Base
Home to a labor force of approximately 19,000+ workers, with employment concentrated in agriculture, healthcare, retail, and supporting service industries.
Industrial & Commercial Infrastructure
Compared to surrounding smaller communities, Delano offers more developed industrial zoning, utilities, and commercial services that support employment‑ generating uses.
Regional Service & Market Center
Delano functions as a key retail, service, and community hub for northern Kern County, providing amenities and infrastructure that support nearby cities, including McFarland and surrounding rural areas.
Top‑Tier Ag & Energy Economy
One of California’s most productive counties for agriculture, oil, natural gas, solar, and wind energy.
Established Logistics & Workforce Base
SR‑99 functions as the county’s primary economic spine, connecting Central Valley markets to I‑5, rail, and intermodal networks.
Sustained Infrastructure Investment
Ongoing Caltrans and regional improvements enhance corridor capacity, efficiency, and long‑term usability.
Industrial & Employment Growth Concentration
Market and planning trends favor ag‑industrial, logistics, manufacturing, and infrastructure uses at SR‑99 interchanges.