History of Clairemont: Residential Development

Current Population & Demographics

Cairemont was built in November 1954. Most of the population in Clairemont is male with
50.11%. It is close to females living in Clairemont, 49.89% which is close to the males.
● 59% of the people in Clairemont are white
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History of population growth & reasons people moved there

● “The Village within the City”

● Clairemont was named after the founder's wife's name
● Lou Burgener and Carlos Tavares founded Clairemont in 1950, which became “one of
the largest post-war planned communities in the nation.”
● It was made to have the best stores in San Diego
● They started with 18 businesses
● People wanted to move because there were a lot of places to shop from. Because it
was made to have the best stores in San Diego.

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Interview Questions & Answers

1. Why did you move to this neighborhood?

a. I was born here and spent my whole childhood here.
2. What has changed in the neighborhood?
a.
3. How has your residential area changed over time?
a.
4. What’s it like living here for a long time?
a.
5. What are some improvements you would like to see in your community?
a.

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