News

Urban Canopy Deficit

As many have seen recently, our urban canopy has been dramatically reduced. Some of the trees are old and need…

three people sitting beside table

Meeting with INI Greenfield

Normal Heights for Smart Growth met with the developer to discuss potential modifications to the Mars Hotel Project given that…

multiethnic businesswomen checking information in documents

Project Noncompliance Confirmed

We have obtained documentation that, on August 24, MTS confirmed in correspondence with DSD that there was never a plan…

black framed eyeglasses beside laptop computer

Clarification to DSD

We were informed that Sand Diego Development Services Department (DSD) plans to approve the Mars Hotel Project based on a…

NHCPG Followup Letter

Last night the NHCPG voted 5 to 3 to send a follow up letter to the city asking that they: a)…

Meeting with Mayor’s Office

Normal Heights for Smart Growth met with city representation from the offices of Mayor Todd Gloria, Councilmember Stephen Whitburn, and…

TPA Map Updated

The Planning Department updated their Transit Priority Area (TPA) map based on the current Regional Transit Plan (RTP; adopted 12/10/2021)….

AABA Sends Letter

The Adams Avenue Business Association (AABA) sends letter to Councilmembers Whitburn and Elo-Rivera and Mayor Gloria opposing the Mars Project…

Meeting with City Officials

Normal Heights residents hold a community meeting with Ryan Darsey, Dir. Of Community Engagement for Councilmember Stephen Whitburn to present…