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NewsVoice of San DiegoAugust 20, 2026San Diego

Fairgrounds Board Ends Affordable Housing Project Agreement with Del Mar

The Fairgrounds Board has terminated a two-year negotiation process to develop an affordable housing project on property owned by the Fairgrounds. This decision effectively halts the proposed development plans previously under discussion with the City of Del Mar.

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Why It Matters

The cancellation of this agreement removes a potential site for development in Del Mar, impacting the city's ability to meet regional housing goals on that specific parcel.

Key Facts

  • The Fairgrounds Board officially ended negotiations for an affordable housing project.
  • The negotiation process lasted for two years prior to the cancellation.
  • The project was intended to be located on Fairgrounds property.
  • The agreement was being pursued in coordination with the City of Del Mar.

Who's Mentioned

organization22nd District Agricultural Association“The governor-appointed board that manages the Del Mar Fairgrounds.”personRob Bonta“California Attorney General named in a requested investigation.”locationDel Mar“The city that was negotiating the housing project with the Fairgrounds Board.”personMark Arabo“Fairgrounds board member who recused himself from the vote.”locationCity of San Diego“The jurisdiction currently holding the land proposed for the housing project.”personLisa Barkett“Fairgrounds board member who voted against termination.”personFrederick Schenk“Fairgrounds board member who voted against termination.”personMarni Von Wilpert“San Diego City Councilmember running for Congress.”locationCity of Del Mar“The municipality seeking to build affordable housing.”personPhil Blair“Fairgrounds board member who voted against termination.”organizationFairgrounds Board“The governing body that terminated the housing agreement.”organizationVoice of San Diego“The news outlet reporting the event.”personTracy Martinez“Mayor of Del Mar.”personTed Miyahara“Fairgrounds board member who moved to terminate the agreement.”