The new regulation, which will apply to a narrow stretch of the coastline closest to the water, was approved by the City Council, but only after being required to do so by the California Coastal Commission.
The new regulation from the California Coastal Commission will apply to a narrow stretch close to the water, renewing concerns about its effect on the street dining program in La Jolla Shores.
As proponents of La Jolla Shores' outdoor dining program await a decision from the California Coastal Commission on whether they can proceed with a permanent closure of part of Avenida de la Playa, opponents have raised concerns about beach access.