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Contact

Ted Hamilton-Rolle
Project Planner
THamiltonRolle@SantaBarbaraCA.gov
(805) 564-5470 x4559

Title

Single Family Development Streamlining Project

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In response to community feedback, State law, and direction from City Council, the Single Family Streamlining Project streamlines and simplifies the process for approving single-family residential projects while maintaining Santa Barbara’s tradition of quality architecture and a desirable residential environment. This project proposes amendments to the Single Family Design Board (SFDB) ordinance and design guidelines, along with Zoning Ordinance updates to provide more flexibility for homeowners to improve their properties. This project is in response to years of policy analysis and the 2020 Novak Report, which recommended significant changes to the City's SFDB program. The project's goals include reducing the number of project types subject to SFDB review, expanding administrative approvals of minor projects, and simplifying the application process. 

Current Documents

June 17, 2025 City Council Briefing Session Staff Report & Attachments
Council Agenda Report
Attachment 1 - SFDB Design Review Triggers
Attachment 2 - Data Analysis Summary
Attachment 3 - Public Outreach Summary
Attachment 4 - Zoning & Guideline Amendments Summary

Archive Documents

March 21, 2024 Planning Commission Staff Report 

Sections

Next Steps

1
City Council Preview & Briefing Session

June 17, 2025

Overview of project background and goals followed by Councilmember questions and discussion.

2
Planning Commission Hearing - Recommendation to City Council

TBD

3
Ordinance Committee Hearing - Recommendation to City Council

TBD

4
City Council City Council Hearings - Introduction and Adoption of Proposed Amendments

TBD