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December 18, 2024 - Special report on state housing letter

Reaction to letter from California Department of Housing and Community Development that could allow San Diego to deny the application of the Turquoise Tower project.

December 15, 2024 - David Alvarez “wary” of high-rises

David Alvarez, who wrote the law that enabled the Turquoise Tower to be proposed, says he is “wary” of high-rises popping up in San Diego coastal communities.

December 8, 2024 - YIMBY leader Scott Peters’ comments

Congressman Scott Peters, who represents Pacific Beach in Washington, says the 23-story Turquoise Tower is a “mistake,” but is OK with 6-story high rise buildings.

December 1, 2024 - Residents fear traffic impacts of Tower

Turquoise, Foothill and Beryl make up an already crowded, dangerous traffic corridor between I-5 and La Jolla. 97 percent of residents concerned about their safety.

November 25, 2024 - Citizen furor rises along with balloons

In first eNewsletter, Scott Chipman leads a protest at the proposed site of the Turquoise Tower with balloons set to go to 238 feet. The balloons didn’t make it, but drones did.

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