November 22, 2024

SAN MARCOS — An ambitious vision for the area around Cal State San Marcos is taking its first step toward reality now that the construction of a student housing project called The Quad is under way.

The first significant development in the 194-acre University District, approved by the City Council three years ago, is cause for celebration for many in the city.

“Hallelujah!” Mayor Jim Desmond said Thursday when discussing the project. “It means that we are able to create a vision and make it happen. The Quad is the cornerstone for the University District.

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