Summary
The city locked in a long-term deal with New Dawn Equity Partners for a resort on 39 acres between Highway 1 and the bay — 184 hotel rooms, 92 condo-hotel units, and 92 residential condos. The agreement freezes land-use rules for the project's seven-year initial term while bringing the city fees and a new Community Facilities District.
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Last discussed Jul 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
No net cost to the city — the developer reimburses review costs, and the city gains fees and a new CFD funding stream.
The developer gains regulatory certainty; the city gains visitor-serving amenities, public trails and beach access, and new revenue.
Residents and beachgoers could lose access, views, or quiet shoreline if development changes the coast—and environmental impacts need scrutiny.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency - Jul 7, 2026
The city locked in a long-term deal with New Dawn Equity Partners for a resort on 39 acres between Highway 1 and the bay — 184 hotel rooms, 92 condo-hotel units, and 92 residential condos. The agreement freezes land-use rules for the project's seven-year initial term while bringing the city fees and a new Community Facilities District.
Sand City looks to its beachfront for future development.
Sand City looks to its beachfront for future development. Monterey County Weekly
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