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A California court blocked San Diego’s bid to raise building heights, citing environmental review violations.
A California appellate court has blocked San Diego’s effort to lift the 30-foot height limit in the Midway District, ruling the city violated the California Environmental Quality Act by failing to conduct proper environmental reviews before placing the measure on the ballot.
The decision, issued October 17, 2025, reverses a prior ruling and reinstates the height cap, casting uncertainty over the $3.9 billion Midway Rising project.
The redevelopment plan includes over 4,200 housing units—nearly half affordable—a new 16,000-seat arena, parks, and commercial space.
Mayor Todd Gloria said the city will appeal to the California Supreme Court and pursue alternative paths.
The court emphasized that voters must be fully informed of environmental impacts before approving major development changes.
Opponents welcomed the ruling as a win for transparency and environmental accountability.
Un tribunal de California bloqueó la oferta de San Diego de elevar las alturas de los edificios, citando violaciones de revisión ambiental.