Initiative campaign launched to safeguard San Diego's iconic countryside

San Diego – The San Diego County Registrar of Voters approved the title and summary for the “Safeguard Our San Diego Countryside” Initiative Jan. 24, clearing the way for proponents to gather signatures to place the initiative on the November 2018 ballot.

If passed, the measure would require voter approval of amendments to the San Diego County General Plan that significantly increase density on parcels in the unincorporated county now designated for farming, open space, and wildlife uses.

The measure exempts minor increases in density, properties within existing village or rural village bounda...