The Coastal Commission denied an Amendment to the Port's Master Plan under the premise that Port is not upholding the Coastal Act that requires: "lower cost visitor and recreational facilities shall be protected, encouraged, and, where feasible, provided. Developments providing public recreational opportunities are preferred." The Port wants to construct a luxury hotel on public trust lands that would not be considered low-cost, nor help facilitate recreation and public access. Fortunately, the Commission sent the Port back to the drawing board.
BEACH ACCESS
Our volunteer-led Beach Preservation committee serves as the hub of our chapter's work to ensure beach equitable access for all in San Diego County. Click below to check out our Beach Pres page, or start HERE for more info on Surfrider's Beach Access Initiative.