3875 Swift Avenue

The project at 3875 Swift Avenue in San Diego seeks approval to continue operating an existing wireless communication facility without any physical changes, consisting of nine panel antennas hidden within a 75-foot decorative tower and associated equipment including radio units, cabinets in a nearby building, rooftop air conditioning units, and cable conduits. The facility is situated on Lots 5 and 6 in Block 191 of City Heights, within a Commercial Community (CC-5-4) zoning district and designated for Commercial and Mixed-Use under the Mid-City: City Heights Community Plan. The site lies within multiple regulatory overlays including the San Diego International Airport Land Use Compatibility Zone, Transit Priority Area, Airport Influence Area, and the Federal Aviation Administration Part 77 Noticing Area, requiring compliance with aviation safety and land use guidelines. No modifications to the current structure or equipment are planned, and the request is for a Neighborhood Use Permit and Planned Development Permit to maintain lawful operation under existing conditions. The project is managed by the City of San Diego with primary contacts including Development Project Manager Ian Heacox and Junior Planner Carissa Garcia, and is officially listed with a posted date of June 4, 2026, under the City’s planning and development review process. Despite the absence of solicitation or NAICS codes, the facility’s continued operation is subject to local permitting procedures and regional airport compatibility standards, emphasizing the need to preserve zoning compliance and mitigate any potential impact on the surrounding community and airspace. The location’s proximity to a major airport necessitates strict adherence to Federal Aviation Administration guidelines, and all existing infrastructure will remain unchanged as part of this permit continuation request.