ENCINITAS — The City of Encinitas announced this week the completion of emergency rehabilitation work on the D Street beach access staircase and the upcoming temporary closure of the Grandview beach stairs for refurbishment.
The wooden D Street staircase reopened Jan. 21 after being closed in April 2025 due to structural issues. City officials said the roughly $1 million emergency project included custom steel reinforcements, repairs to deteriorated components, and electrical and lighting upgrades.
The staircase, originally built in 1989 and renovated in 2002, is the city’s “most structurally complex” beach access point, according to the city, consisting of multiple timber stair towers and concrete walkways descending a coastal bluff.
Meanwhile, the Grandview beach staircase at the north end of Neptune Avenue will close Feb. 3 for refurbishment and is expected to remain closed until Memorial Day.
The staircase, rebuilt in 1992, will undergo repairs to address long-term wear on steel connections, timber materials, and concrete structures, at an estimated cost of $900,000.
“We understand that access to our beaches is both a cherished part of coastal life and vital for recreation,” City Engineer Dan Nutter said. “These improvements help ensure long-term safety and enjoyment for residents and visitors.”
