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Our community depends on a network of underground water systems, and we’re spotlighting two of them: wastewater and stormwater. Wastewater travels through pipes to the El Estero Water Resource Center, where it’s treated and cleaned.…

A permit revision is an update to an issued building permit that reflects changes to approved plans or project details, ensuring your project stays accurate and compliant.  To make applying for revisions easier and improve plan…

Upgrade your home’s comfort and efficiency with permit fee coverage up to $820 The Community Development Department, in partnership with Santa Barbara Clean Energy (SBCE), is offering an express permit for the replacement of an…

The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is seeking musical acts for the annual summer concert series, Concerts in the Park. The free, family-friendly summer tradition has brought a range of musical entertainment to Chase…

The City of Santa Barbara’s Building and Safety Division is announcing a change to the daily inspection request cut-off time. Effective Monday, March 2, 2026, the inspection request cut-off time will change from 6:30 a.m. to 6…

Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse with free activities, snacks, crafts and more on the Michael Towbes Library Plaza with the Santa Barbara Chinese School and other community partners on February 22, 2026.

Today the California State Historical Resources Commission voted to add Jimmy’s Oriental Gardens and the Chung Family Home at 126 E Canon Perdido St to the National Register of Historic Places under the Asian Americans and Pacific…

During this Film Festival season take some recommendations from Library Technician, Justin. Learn all about the movies they love, why they love them, and how to find more films in the library’s catalog.

Join the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with Sylvia Sykes and the Santa Barbara Swing Dance Committee for another year of Friday Night Swing.