Encinitas council approves planning document to guide El Camino Real development
Project that’s three years in the making aims to transform corridor to make it more ‘pedestrian friendly’
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Encinitas finetunes its speed limit reductions
More roadways might be added in six months, council and city traffic engineer say
Encinitas Planning Commission delays decision on Melba Road housing project
It's not clear if additional public comment will be allowed at next meeting
La Comisión de Parques de Encinitas considerará convertir el sitio de viviendas L-7 en un parque natural
Comprado por la ciudad hace décadas, la propiedad vacía se encuentra en el bloque 600 de Quail Gardens Drive.
Encinitas parks commission will look into turning L-7 housing site into nature park
In a 3-2 vote Wednesday night the Encinitas City Council directed the parks commission to look into creating a nature park on the nearly 9.4-acre, Quail Gardens Drive site.
Enforcement of camping ban reducing Encinitas violations, Sheriff’s captain reports
A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that allows cities to start enforcing their bans on sleeping outdoors has already reduced illegal camping problems in Encinitas, officer reports.
Proyecto de vivienda de 48 unidades y mini hotel en Encinitas obtienen aprobación
La Comisión de Planificación de Encinitas votó unánimemente a favor de las solicitudes de permisos de ambos proyectos
Tiny private school in Encinitas plans to increase student population by 40 percent
A small private school in a commercial center on Encinitas Boulevard now has the ability to expand its student population by 40 percent. Pacific Academy Encinitas, which has sister campuses...
48-unit housing project, mini hotel in Encinitas both win approval
The Encinitas Planning Commission unanimously voted Thursday night in favor of both projects’ permit requests, and neither project will require City Council approval.
Encinitas council picks color for downtown dining barricades
Garish day-glow orange will give way to a light sandstone color as the city transforms its “temporary” outdoor dining areas along Coast Highway 101 into permanent places in the coming...
Skateboarders seek to build a bowl at Moonlight Beach
Encinitas should build a skate bowl at Moonlight Beach to celebrate the city’s history as a skateboarding Mecca and create what could be a sport photographer’s dream image, proponents say....
Two candidates expected in each of three Encinitas races
The two people running for mayor — incumbent Tony Kranz and Councilmember Bruce Ehlers — turned their paperwork in by the Friday deadline.
Hawaiian-themed restaurant planned for site near Scripps Memorial Hospital
Renovation plans for long-closed, pizza place win Planning Commission approval
Encinitas hosts grand opening for Pacific View Arts Center
A second, free open-house event, with teachers and building tours, is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.
American Legion’s building project wins Encinitas approval
Planning commissioners say organization’s strong community service benefit is reason to back its permits, variance requests
Final days of filing period arrive for Encinitas city candidates
Mayor, two council spots on ballot in November
Encinitas honors Captain Keno’s owner for years of public service
Beloved restaurant to remain open until the end of August, mayor reports
Encinitas pauses using Quail Gardens Drive as affordable housing site
City will explore other options for low-income housing project after strong opposition from Encinitas Ranch-area residents
Encinitas council approves city spending plan for coming fiscal year
Olivenhain fire station search receives $50,000 in General Fund budget
Encinitas to start collecting fees for COVID-created outdoor dining areas
Temporary restaurant seating in public parking spots will require city lease fee payments starting Aug. 1
Encinitas to explore staircase idea for Beacon’s Beach, once again
Relocation of Beacon’s parking lot to begin after Labor Day weekend
Former Beachside Bar & Grill restaurant to become a two-story eatery with live music
The owners of the former Beachside Bar & Grill have won approval to transform their partially demolished structure on South Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas into a two-story restaurant.“We’re really...
Former Beachside Bar & Grill restaurant to become a two-story eatery with live music
The owners of the former Beachside Bar & Grill have won approval to transform their partially demolished structure on South Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas into a two-story restaurant.“We’re really...
El sendero Beacon’s Beach en Encinitas reabre al publico durante el fin de semana festivo
El querido sendero de a Beacon's Beach ha reabierto, justo a tiempo para el fin de semana del Memorial Day.El alcalde Tony Kranz, que estaba en Beacon's cuando abrió...
‘The Bee Guy of Encinitas,’ who died May 13, leaves a legacy of pollinator protection
A man whom many people referred to as the “Bee Guy of Encinitas” because of his ionate advocacy for pollinators has died.“With a heavy heart, I’m sad to share that...
‘The Bee Guy of Encinitas,’ who died May 13, leaves a legacy of pollinator protection
A man whom many people referred to as the “Bee Guy of Encinitas” because of his ionate advocacy for pollinators has died.“With a heavy heart, I’m sad to share that...
Encinitas sales tax increase will go on November ballot
Encinitas voters will decide in November whether to increase the city’s sales tax by 1 percent.In a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Bruce Ehlers opposed, the City Council decided Wednesday, May...
Beacon’s Beach trail in Encinitas reopens in time for holiday weekend
The beloved Beacon’s Beach access trail has reopened, just in time for the Memorial Day weekend.Mayor Tony Kranz, who was at Beacon’s when it opened Wednesday morning, May 22, told...
Encinitas sales tax increase will go on November ballot
Encinitas voters will decide in November whether to increase the city’s sales tax by 1 percent.In a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Bruce Ehlers opposed, the City Council decided Wednesday to...
Beacon’s Beach trail in Encinitas reopens in time for holiday weekend
ENCINITAS — The beloved Beacon’s Beach access trail has reopened, just in time for the Memorial Day weekend.Mayor Tony Kranz, who was at Beacon’s when it opened Wednesday morning, told the City...
Encinitas proposes work-around for all-electric building requirement
Instead of banning natural gas hookups in new homes as originally planned, Encinitas may strengthen its energy efficiency requirements to encourage the construction of all-electric structures.An ordinance proposing to do...
Encinitas proposes work-around for all-electric building requirement
Instead of banning natural gas hookups in new homes as originally planned, Encinitas may strengthen its energy efficiency requirements to encourage the construction of all-electric structures.An ordinance proposing to do...
Encinitas council to consider sales tax ballot measure
The Encinitas City Council is scheduled to decide Wednesday, May 22, whether to ask the city’s voters to approve a 1 percent sales tax increase in November.“Sales tax in Encinitas...
Encinitas council to consider sales tax ballot measure Wednesday
The Encinitas City Council is scheduled to decide Wednesday whether to ask the city’s voters to approve a 1 percent sales tax increase in November.“Sales tax in Encinitas is currently...
Encinitas budget to fund native plant ordinance project, hunt for new fire station site
An effort to find a new fire station site in Olivenhain and a project to give the city a native plant ordinance will both receive funding in the city’s next...
Encinitas budget to fund native plant ordinance project, hunt for new fire station site
ENCINITAS — An effort to find a new fire station site in Olivenhain and a project to give the city a native plant ordinance will both receive funding in the city’s next...
More license plate-reading cameras to monitor Encinitas entrance points
License plate-reading cameras have been so successful at crime-stopping this past year in Encinitas that the city is going to add 17 more of them.These solar-powered, high-speed, computer-controlled cameras are...
More license plate-reading cameras to monitor Encinitas entrance points
ENCINITAS — License plate-reading cameras have been so successful at crime-stopping this past year in Encinitas that the city is going to add 17 more of them.These solar-powered, high-speed, computer-controlled cameras are...
E-bike rental company to pull out of Encinitas
ENCINITAS — An e-bike company that has had racks of rentable bikes in Encinitas since early 2022 is pulling out of the city this month, saying usage rates haven’t been as good...
E-bike rental company to pull out of Encinitas
ENCINITAS — An e-bike company that has had racks of rentable bikes in Encinitas since early 2022 is pulling out of the city this month, saying usage rates haven’t been as good...
E-bike rental company to pull out of Encinitas
ENCINITAS — An e-bike company that has had racks of rentable bikes in Encinitas since early 2022 is pulling out of the city this month, saying usage rates haven’t been as good...
Las tarifas de alcantarillado aumentaran en dos digitos en Cardiff y Encinitas
Los residentes de Cardiff verán aumentar sus tarifas de alcantarillado en un 15 por ciento durante cada uno de los próximos cuatro años, mientras que los clientes de alcantarillado central...
Sewer fees to rise by double digits in Cardiff, central Encinitas
Residents in Cardiff will see their sewer fees increase by 15 percent for each of the next four years, while central Encinitas sewer customers will see their rates go up...
Sewer fees to rise by double digits in Cardiff, central Encinitas
Residents in Cardiff will see their sewer fees increase by 15 percent for each of the next four years, while central Encinitas sewer customers will see their rates go up...
Encinitas moves forward with bond sale to purchase prime coastal habitat
A nearly $6 million bond sale to fund the city’s purchase of a prime coastal habitat area will take place starting this week, a financial consultant handling the effort reports.Branden...
Encinitas moves forward with bond sale to purchase prime coastal habitat
ENCINITAS — A nearly $6 million bond sale to fund the city’s purchase of a prime coastal habitat area will take place starting this week, a financial consultant handling the effort reports.Branden...
Encinitas will pay for native plant demonstration gardens
ENCINITAS — Encinitas will fund the construction of native plant demonstration gardens in the coming fiscal year, but it won’t pay for a consultant to produce a city ordinance spelling out how...
Encinitas will pay for native plant demonstration gardens
ENCINITAS — Encinitas will fund the construction of native plant demonstration gardens in the coming fiscal year, but it won’t pay for a consultant to produce a city ordinance spelling out how...
Encinitas starts budget-setting process for coming fiscal year
Springs brings showers, flowers — and, at Encinitas City Hall, full-scale budget planning for the coming fiscal year.The City Council held its first special budget workshop in late March, and...
Encinitas starts budget-setting process for coming fiscal year
ENCINITAS — Springs brings showers, flowers — and, at Encinitas City Hall, full-scale budget planning for the coming fiscal year.The City Council held its first special budget workshop in late March, and...
Encinitas will fight palm weevil infestation at Moonlight’s iconic tree with chemicals
ENCINITAS — Encinitas will treat its iconic heritage palm tree at Moonlight Beach regularly with pesticides to prevent it from being killed by South American palm weevil infestations.But it will be the...
Encinitas will fight palm weevil infestation at Moonlight’s iconic tree with chemicals
ENCINITAS — Encinitas will treat its iconic heritage palm tree at Moonlight Beach regularly with pesticides to prevent it from being killed by South American palm weevil infestations.But it will be the...
Landslide-plagued Beacon’s Beach pathway could reopen by Memorial Day
ENCINITAS — Encinitas has received the go-ahead from geologists to start repairs on the landslide-plagued Beacon’s Beach trail, the city manager said.“We hope to have it reopened by Memorial Day,” City Manager...
Encinitas City Councilmember Kellie Hinze says she will not seek re-election
Encinitas City Councilmember Kellie Hinze, who represents the city’s downtown district, announced Wednesday, March 27, that she will fill out her term, but not seek re-election in November.“My life has...
Landslide-plagued Beacon’s Beach pathway could reopen by Memorial Day
ENCINITAS — Encinitas has received the go-ahead from geologists to start repairs on the landslide-plagued Beacon’s Beach trail, the city manager said.“We hope to have it reopened by Memorial Day,” City Manager...
Encinitas City Councilmember Kellie Hinze says she will not seek re-election
Encinitas City Councilmember Kellie Hinze, who represents the city’s downtown district, announced Wednesday that she will fill out her term, but not seek re-election in November.“My life has changed quite...
Proyecto de ordenanza de plantas nativas podria ser incluido en el proximo presupuesto de Encinitas
Una ciudad que lleva el nombre de los robles costeros elfos y también es hogar de un arbusto raro en peligro de extinción ahora está contemplando crear una ordenanza para...
Native plant ordinance project could be included in Encinitas’ next budget
ENCINITAS — A city that’s named for the elfin coastal scrub oaks and also home to a rare endangered shrub now is contemplating creating an ordinance to promote the use of native...
Native plant ordinance project could be included in Encinitas’ next budget
ENCINITAS — A city that’s named for the elfin coastal scrub oaks and also home to a rare endangered shrub now is contemplating creating an ordinance to promote the use of native...
Encinitas mayor says city has much to celebrate, and even more to anticipate
Encinitas is a “pretty nice place” and it’s about to become even more wonderful, the city’s mayor declared as he gave the annual State of the City address Thursday, March...
Encinitas mayor says city has much to celebrate, and even more to anticipate
ENCINITAS — Encinitas is a “pretty nice place” and it’s about to become even more wonderful, the city’s mayor declared as he gave the annual State of the City address Thursday.Mayor Tony...
Un estudio requerido por el estado encuentra que es dificil ser inquilino en Encinitas
La población en Encinitas está envejeciendo, volviéndose más adinerada y con mayor probabilidad de ser jubilados, y los inquilinos encuentran cada vez más difícil permanecer en la ciudad, según un...
State-mandated study finds it’s tough to be a renter in Encinitas
ENCINITAS — The population in Encinitas is trending older, wealthier and more likely to be retirees, and renters are finding it increasingly difficult to stay in town, a new study of housing...
State-mandated study finds it’s tough to be a renter in Encinitas
ENCINITAS — The population in Encinitas is trending older, wealthier and more likely to be retirees, and renters are finding it increasingly difficult to stay in town, a new study of housing...
Wave of housing development in Encinitas spurs concerns about street parking spillover
Encinitas has started asking its residents how it should overhaul a special parking permit system for residential areas given the wave of pending, new multi-family housing projects.The goal of this...
Wave of housing development in Encinitas spurs concerns about street parking spillover
Encinitas has started asking its residents how it should overhaul a special parking permit system for residential areas given the wave of pending, new multi-family housing projects.The goal of this...
Speed limits may be lowered on many Encinitas roadways starting this summer
Plans are on track to reduce speed limits on many Encinitas roadways, ranging from major arterials, such as El Camino Real, to residential streets near schools, starting this summer.City traffic...
Speed limits may be lowered on many Encinitas roadways starting this summer
ENCINITAS — Plans are on track to reduce speed limits on many Encinitas roadways, ranging from major arterials, such as El Camino Real, to residential streets near schools, starting this summer.City traffic...
Encinitas commission selects five sculptures for public art pedestals
The city’s arts commissioners have recommended five sculptures, ranging from a cellphone-reading figure to green whimsical creatures, for temporary public display at popular sites around town.After much debate Monday, March...
Encinitas commission selects five sculptures for public art pedestals
The city’s arts commissioners have recommended five sculptures, ranging from a cellphone-reading figure to green whimsical creatures, for temporary public display at popular sites around town.After much debate Monday, the...
Grand opening expected in June for Encinitas’ new art facility
The city’s new Pacific View Art Center will initially operate under a five-day-week, limited-hours schedule when it opens in June.However, the operating hours could soon increase, if the place is...
Grand opening expected in June for Encinitas’ new art facility
ENCINITAS — The city’s new Pacific View Art Center will initially operate under a five-day-week, limited-hours schedule when it opens in June.However, the hours could soon increase, if the place is initially...
Consultant says Encinitas sales tax measure likely to win voter approval
A survey of some 1,200 ed voters in Encinitas indicates that a proposal to increase the city’s sales tax rate has a very good chance of ing in November, a...
Consultant says Encinitas sales tax measure likely to win voter approval
ENCINITAS — A survey of some 1,200 ed voters in Encinitas indicates that a proposal to increase the city’s sales tax rate has a very good chance of ing in November, a...
Encinitas council to debate raising city’s sales tax by 1 percent
Raising the city’s sales tax by 1 percent could generate $15.4 million a year and pay for much-needed infrastructure improvements, according to a proposal that’s getting an initial airing at...
Encinitas council to debate raising city’s sales tax by 1 percent
ENCINITAS — Raising the city’s sales tax by 1 percent could generate $15.4 million a year and pay for much-needed infrastructure improvements, according to a proposal that’s getting an initial airing at...
Encinitas council approves emergency repairs for Lake Drive canyon
Stormy winter weather has once again forced Encinitas to pursue emergency repair work in Cardiff’s Lake Drive region, one year after a sinkhole took out part of the roadway.To resolve...
Beacon’s Beach access trail remains off-limits
ENCINITAS — This week’s rainy weather doesn’t appear to have caused any significant harm to the landslide-prone Beacon’s Beach access trail, but the trail will remain closed for now.Another storm is due...
Encinitas council approves emergency repairs for Lake Drive canyon
ENCINITAS — Stormy winter weather has once again forced Encinitas to pursue emergency repair work in Cardiff’s Lake Drive region, one year after a sinkhole took out part of the roadway.To resolve...
Beacon’s Beach access trail remains off-limits
ENCINITAS — This week’s rainy weather doesn’t appear to have caused any significant harm to the landslide-prone Beacon’s Beach access trail, but the trail will remain closed for now.Another storm is due...
Encinitas City Council might increase storm water control projects in Leucadia following recent flooding
The ongoing overhaul of Leucadia’s portion of Coast Highway 101, a project known as Streetscape, already includes millions of dollars in drainage improvements, but that will not be enough to...
Encinitas to explore low-income housing project options for Quail Gardens Drive site
Encinitas will explore whether it is financially possible to put 15 homes and up to 30 accessory dwelling units on a city-owned site on Quail Gardens Drive, rather than using...
Encinitas City Council might increase storm water control projects in Leucadia following recent flooding
ENCINITAS — The ongoing overhaul of Leucadia’s portion of Coast Highway 101, a project known as Streetscape, already includes millions of dollars in drainage improvements, but that will not be enough to...
Encinitas to explore low-income housing project options for Quail Gardens Drive site
Encinitas will explore whether it is financially possible to put 15 homes and up to 30 accessory dwelling units on a city-owned site on Quail Gardens Drive, rather than using...
Meeting on big apartment development in Encinitas canceled; developer to ‘reassess the project’
Thursday’s Encinitas Planning Commission meeting on the latest Quail Meadows apartment proposal has been canceled at the developer’s request, the city has announced.Representatives for developer Baldwin & Sons asked for...
Meeting on big apartment development in Encinitas canceled; developer to ‘reassess the project’
ENCINITAS — Thursday’s Encinitas Planning Commission meeting on the latest Quail Meadows apartment proposal has been canceled at the developer’s request, the city has announced.Representatives for developer Baldwin & Sons asked for...
Tribal , ers launch ‘give back’ campaign for coastal site Encinitas is purchasing
ENCINITAS — A campaign has started to get Encinitas to grant area tribes the stewardship of a nearly 1.5-acre coastal property the city is purchasing for preservation.In recent days, ers have started...
Tribal , ers launch ‘give back’ campaign for coastal site Encinitas is purchasing
ENCINITAS — A campaign has started to get Encinitas to grant area tribes the stewardship of a nearly 1.5-acre coastal property the city is purchasing for preservation.In recent days, ers have started...
Coastal Commission rejects appeal, backs Encinitas plan to relocate Beacon’s Beach parking lot
Encinitas should pursue its plans to relocate the Beacon’s Beach parking lot away from an erosion-prone cliff, state coastal commissioners said Thursday as they declared that opponents had failed to...
Coastal Commission rejects appeal, backs Encinitas plan to relocate Beacon’s Beach parking lot
Encinitas should pursue its plans to relocate the Beacon’s Beach parking lot away from an erosion-prone cliff, state coastal commissioners said Thursday as they declared that opponents had failed to...
Debate continues on biggest apartment project in Encinitas’ history
A revised version of the hugely controversial Quail Meadows housing plan, which now calls for putting the previously proposed 485 apartments into two massive buildings instead of four, will go...
Debate continues on biggest apartment project in Encinitas’ history
A revised version of the hugely controversial Quail Meadows housing plan, which now calls for putting the previously proposed 485 apartments into two massive buildings instead of four, will go...
Trish Dugger, Encinitas’ first poet laureate, has died
Trish Dugger, 94, the city of Encinitas’ first and thus far only poet laureate, died Monday, Jan. 22, her family announced.It was very fitting that she ed away just a...
Three marijuana businesses have obtained state licenses to operate in Encinitas
Three of the four businesses that won a city-organized lottery in 2022 allowing them to open marijuana shops in Encinitas now have their state permits.And, one of them is nearing...
Trish Dugger, Encinitas’ first poet laureate, has died
Trish Dugger, 94, the city of Encinitas’ first and thus far only poet laureate, died Monday, her family announced.It was very fitting that she ed away just a few days...
Three marijuana businesses have obtained state licenses to operate in Encinitas
Three of the four businesses that won a city-organized lottery in 2022 allowing them to open marijuana shops in Encinitas now have their state permits.And, one of them is nearing...
Leucadia residents plead with city to finally fix longstanding drainage issues
With buckets and sandbags, the people who live and work near Leucadia Roadside Park desperately fought an ultimately unsuccessful battle to keep rising floodwaters from entering their homes and businesses...
Leucadia residents plead with city to finally fix longstanding drainage issues
With buckets and sandbags, the people who live and work near Leucadia Roadside Park desperately fought an ultimately unsuccessful battle to keep rising floodwaters from entering their homes and businesses...
State-mandated housing equity study stirs controversy in Encinitas
A state-mandated, consultant-produced study on the “barriers to racial and ethnic equity” in the Encinitas housing market has come under fire, with critics charging that it’s biased and unscientific.The new...
State-mandated housing equity study stirs controversy in Encinitas
A state-mandated, consultant-produced study on the “barriers to racial and ethnic equity” in the Encinitas housing market has come under fire, with critics charging that it’s biased and unscientific.The new...