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$500M Project Gets City OK to Break Ground

SAN DIEGO-The developer of a $500 million project at the former Naval Training Center receives permission to start grading for new homes, hotels and commercial space. The project includes two hotels, 350 housing units, a civic arts and culture center and 46 acres of parks

By Randyl J. Drummer | Updated on April 10, 2002

SAN DIEGO-The developer of a $500 million development at the former Naval Training Center has been given the go-ahead to start grading for new homes, hotels and commercial space.

Work can start immediately following the San Diego City Council’s 8-1 vote Tuesday to approve final maps for the 360-acre project. One member, Councilwoman Donna Frye, opposed the project on the grounds that project opponents could again sue the city.

Foes are worried that new buildings will block views and should conform with the city’s 30-foot height limit in coastal areas. However, a judge has already ruled that the property is exempt because it was under federal ownership at the time voters passed the height limit nearly 30 years ago.

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