In a move aimed at accelerating infrastructure improvements and reducing costs, the city of San Diego has officially lifted its long-standing moratorium on public and private construction in beach communities during the busy summer months.
For decades, the city halted construction in the public right-of-way between Memorial Day and Labor Day to accommodate the influx of tourists. While well-intentioned, this pause often delayed essential upgrades and pushed projects over budget.
“For decades, projects were stalled during the summer, delaying improvements for residents. Now we can get streets paved and infrastructure improvements completed faster,” said Mayor Todd Gloria. “The removal of this restriction is one way we’re cutting red tape and finding creative solutions across city departments to improve service to residents.”…