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Coronado Today
By the People, for the People
Coronado Residents Divided Over $30M 'Jet House' With Airplane Fuselage
The waterfront home's unique design has sparked debate in the quiet coastal community.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 1:50am
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An unconventional home design featuring an airplane fuselage sparks debate over balancing innovation and community character in the coastal town of Coronado.Coronado TodayA $30 million luxury home under construction in Coronado, California's Coronado Cays neighborhood has sparked a debate among residents. The home, called the 'Jet House,' features an airplane fuselage on the roof as part of its architectural design. While the developer says the project has received all necessary approvals and could increase property values, some neighbors are concerned it will disrupt the quiet character of the community and become a tourist attraction.
Why it matters
The 'Jet House' project highlights the ongoing tension between individual property rights, community aesthetics, and the impact of unique architectural designs on established neighborhoods. As coastal communities grapple with rising home prices and development pressures, this case study examines how local residents and officials balance innovation, property values, and community character.
The details
The 'Jet House' is being developed by Donatello Bonasera Development and is estimated to cost around $30 million. The home's design incorporates an airplane fuselage on the roof, which has been approved by both the Coronado Cays Homeowners Association and the City of Coronado. While the developer believes the unique design could increase property values, some neighbors are concerned it will disrupt the quiet character of the waterfront community and become a tourist attraction, with people coming by boat and car to see the plane on the roof.
- The 'Jet House' project is currently under construction and is expected to be completed within the next 3-4 months.
The players
Donatello Bonasera Development
The developer behind the 'Jet House' project, which has received all required approvals and permits for the unique architectural design.
Mandy Pagon
A Coronado Cays resident who is concerned about the potential impact of the 'Jet House' on the quiet character of the neighborhood and property values.
What they’re saying
“We're very concerned that people will be coming by boats and cars and everything else to see a plane on the roof.”
— Mandy Pagon, Coronado Cays resident
“All aspects of the project have gone through the appropriate regulatory processes. The team respects and abides by all applicable codes, regulations, and guidelines.”
— Donatello Bonasera Development
What’s next
The 'Jet House' project is expected to be completed within the next 3-4 months, at which point the community's reaction and any potential impact on property values will become clearer.
The takeaway
The 'Jet House' project highlights the ongoing challenge of balancing individual property rights, community aesthetics, and the impact of unique architectural designs in coastal neighborhoods facing development pressures. As more homeowners and developers seek to push the boundaries of traditional design, local officials and residents will need to find ways to accommodate innovation while preserving the character and values of established communities.
