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NewsTimes of San DiegoAugust 24, 2026San Diego

San Diego settles La Jolla sinkhole lawsuit for $10 million

The City of San Diego has agreed to pay $10 million to settle a lawsuit filed by a La Jolla homeowners association and a condo owner regarding property damage caused by a major sinkhole. The settlement resolves claims stemming from the collapse of city infrastructure near the residential complex.

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Why It Matters

The settlement uses $10 million in city funds to resolve legal liability for infrastructure failure, impacting the municipal budget and the affected property owners' recovery of damages.

Key Facts

  • The City of San Diego will pay $10 million to resolve a lawsuit.
  • The lawsuit was filed by a La Jolla homeowners association and a private condo owner.
  • The legal action was initiated due to property damage caused by a large sinkhole.
  • The sinkhole was caused by the collapse of city-managed infrastructure.

Who's Mentioned

location8803 Gilman Drive“The site of the sinkhole.”organizationLa Jolla Terrace“The residential complex affected by the sinkhole.”locationLa Jolla“The neighborhood where the sinkhole occurred.”locationSan Diego“The city government responsible for the settlement.”