Overview

Planning for downtown's high-volume redevelopment is a complex process that requires the collective participation of hundreds of individuals and organizations to ensure minimal impacts on day-to-day activity. At any given time, numerous projects may be under construction downtown, creating noise, dust, street and sidewalk closures, and temporary removal of parking spaces. Additionally, numerous special events and activities take place downtown that often result in street closures and other inconveniences which must be communicated to the public.

In 1999, when the number of redevelopment projects first topped 100, twelve public and private organizations, including CCDC, came together to create a management and information program called ­Paradise in Progress, to analyze, track and provide information about changes in traffic patterns and best travel routes.

Paradise in Progress continues to be one of the most successful and innovative programs of its kind in the United States. Since its inception, Paradise in Progress has helped mitigate numerous potential conflicts. It has been mentioned in The Wall Street Journal, modeled in other major cities and has served as the working solution when events and construction converge—thus enabling downtown San Diego to continue its urban renewal process while allowing all to enjoy the amenities.

In addition to monthly electronic special construction/event e-mail alerts, an information hotline is staffed Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., to assist in providing the public information about downtown construction and special event activities that may pose potential impacts or conflicts.