Aviara is a resort neighborhood in the southern part of Carlsbad, located in San Diego County, California. The community is approximately 30 minutes from downtown San Diego. In 1989, the community was developed and later incorporated into the city of Carlsbad. As of 2005, it had a total population of 5,050.[needs update]
The community is set in the hills of southern Carlsbad, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Batiquitos Lagoon. Aviara is just north of the city of Encinitas and west of the neighborhood of La Costa, also located in Carlsbad. The community is mostly residential except for the Park Hyatt Resort Aviara and Aviara Golf and Country Club. Many properties have views of the ocean, Batiquitos Lagoon, and Aviara golf course. The community is noted for its lush landscaping, gated communities, and abundance of jacaranda trees that frame many of the streets.
During 2008, Aviara was the only community in San Diego County not affected by the housing crisis.[1]
To preserve quality of life, the community council has numerous stringent ordinances, including laws regarding architectural styles, permanent basketball hoops and courts, satellite dishes and exterior paint colors. It is a violation to leave trashcans on the street or in public view. With the exception of one community, Mirabella, multi-family housing is not permitted.[2]
Well-known residents of the area include members of the Pulitzer family.[citation needed]