We're Listening To You
Our San Diego-focused team has community input top-of-mind which has shaped the design of HomeTownSD from day one. The feedback we have heard from members of the community and stakeholders has been key as we put pen to paper to define HomeTownSD.
Create an ANCHOR for the Midway area – draw the community in and together
Housing is the PRIORITY, maximize the housing potential of the site and provide a range of equitable and inclusive housing types
FOCUS on equity, local workers, and community
Make the project amenities, arena and retail ACCESSIBLE to all income levels and the surrounding community
Opportunity to catalyze Midway as the most WALKABLE community in San Diego
REDUCE vehicle traffic by focusing on circulation, mobility, and connections for all modes – pedestrians, bicycles, cars, and mass transit – throughout Midway area and to Old Town
World-class, visually DESIRABLE design and architecture that San Diego will be proud of
Create MEANINGFUL public open spaces that are accessible to the broader community
Ensure SUSTAINABILITY through green building and supporting the City’s Climate Action Plan
Community gardens to bring neighbors TOGETHER
Support LOCAL businesses and growing businesses from the ground up
PROMOTE workers by providing onsite childcare
SUPPORT local labor and green jobs
Find a new, REIMAGINED home for Kobey’s Swap Meet onsite to enable local businesses to thrive
CREATE retail that serves the community and the arena
Consider both short- and long-term transportation SOLUTIONS and provide adequate onsite parking