Yes, as currently proposed: SDG&E’s Golden Pacific Powerlink route would traverse residential neighborhoods in southern Temecula, but the documents do not identify exact streets, homes or tower sites. The City opposes the current alignment, but the California Public Utilities Commission and federal agencies decide the final route.
What the city is deciding
For the October 13 meeting, the Council was asked to receive a status update, approve public outreach as needed and provide general direction. The item did not approve or reject the power line. The Council has already taken a position: on May 26 it unanimously expressed opposition to the route through Temecula, and on July 14 it unanimously adopted a resolution opposing the current alignment while not opposing grid reliability work. The documents read do not record what the Council directed on October 13.
Where and who it affects
The proposed line would cross southern Temecula, including the Temecula Creek corridor, schools, parks, farmland and Wine Country. The project includes a new 500 kV line, towers reaching about 191 feet, substations and related infrastructure.
What it could mean for your property
SDG&E says the project remains in early planning and preliminary design. The documents do not identify where towers would stand or whether easements or compensation would apply to any owner.
The City’s resolution records residents’ concerns about public safety, electrical hazards, emergency response, operational noise, electromagnetic fields, construction impacts, quality of life and property values. These are stated concerns, not documented effects. The resolution says the property value concerns deserve objective economic analysis.
The City also says the route crosses high fire severity areas. Its resolution states that extra high voltage facilities may impede aerial firefighting operations. The City wants alternatives studied, including other corridors, routes beside existing utility infrastructure, underground lines where technically feasible and battery storage.
Questions to ask before you buy or build
- Is the address inside or near a corridor SDG&E is considering?
- Do current project documents show a tower, substation or easement near the parcel?
- Has any economic analysis of property value concerns been completed?
What happens next
SDG&E estimated a filing with the state commission in fall or winter 2026, permitting from fall 2026 through 2029, construction beginning in fall 2029 and service starting in 2032. SDG&E says the commission and applicable federal agencies must review and approve the final route before construction begins. Project questions can be sent to [email protected] or by phone at 1-800-411-7343.