In this case, instead of adding a new area code to the region, the Public Utilities Commission eliminated the boundaries so that the 619 and 858 numbers will be available for the whole region..

It read: “Boundary Area Code Elimination Overlay Approved for the 619 and 858 Area Codes,” followed by an explanation and new procedures for dialing within our local area codes.

As of Saturday, May 19, callers with area codes 619 and 858 have to enter the area code for all calls. Landline callers will have to dial one first, then the area code and phone number.

SAN DIEGO — San Diegans now have to dial ten digits for all calls — even local ones. As of Saturday, callers with area codes 619 and 858 have to enter the area code for all calls. Landline ...

Instead of creating an entirely new area code, the commissioners decided to remove the boundaries between the 619 and 858 geographic areas, allowing them to be given out in the same region.

Option 1: Add a new area code to the region that is currently 619 Option 2: Merge the regions using 619 and 858 area code.

Callers with area codes 619 and 858 will have to enter the area code for all calls. Landline callers will have to dial one first, then the area code and phone number.