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Coronado Votes on Zoning Change to Address Housing Shortage

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 8
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Governor Gavin Newsom criticized Coronado regarding its housing shortage. To comply with state law, the Coronado City Council placed Measure D on the November ballot. This measure would permit residential four-story structures up to 42 feet on Orange Avenue, increasing the height limit from three stories.

From sandiegouniontribune.com

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Coronado has been targeted by the State of California for a lack of new housing. Measure D is part of the city's requirement to meet state mandates, though the change is described as minor compared to up-zoning efforts in San Diego.

From sandiegouniontribune.com

Who's involved

  • Gavin NewsomGovernor who has focused political attention on Coronado's housing shortage.
  • CoronadoCity facing state pressure regarding housing density and development.
  • John DuncanMayor of Coronado, who stated the state settlement was the best available for the city.
  • State of CaliforniaState government that requires Coronado to comply with housing mandates.

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