Our Mission
Working for a more
livable Uptown.
UpCPG is the recognized community planning group for Bankers Hill / Park West, Hillcrest, Medical Complex, Middletown, Mission Hills, and a portion of University Heights. We advise on land-use, development, and discretionary projects within these neighborhoods, and provide a platform for public discussion and engagement on planning matters that affect the community.
Our Role
Advisory body to
the City.
Community planning groups like UpCPG play a formal role in San Diego's planning process. We review development proposals, discretionary permits, and land use decisions and provide recommendations to the City Planning Commission and City Council.
- Review and comment on development projects
- Provide recommendations on land use matters
- Advise on transportation and mobility planning
- Engage the community in climate and parks planning
- Serve as a liaison between residents and City government
Our Coverage
Six distinct
neighborhoods.
UpCPG represents one of the most dense and diverse planning areas in San Diego, spanning six unique neighborhoods each with their own character, history, and planning needs.
How We Work
Open meetings.
Public decisions.
All UpCPG meetings are open to the public under the Brown Act. Community members may attend, speak during public comment, and participate in discussions. Meetings are held monthly at Joyce Beers Center and are also available virtually.
Board members are elected by residents of each neighborhood and serve staggered terms to ensure continuity of institutional knowledge.
Our Plan
Planning that respects
neighborhood character.
Our community plan builds upon the City's broader plans, including the land use plan, mobility plan, climate action plan, and parks master plan. The goal is not simply to react to change, but to guide growth in a way that respects neighborhood character and public life.