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Photos of a Preapproved ADU rendering with a covered front deck
NEW! Preapproved ADU Program Now Available
The City of Santa Barbara is excited to announce the launch of our Preapproved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program—a faster, more affordable way for homeowners to build detached ADUs on their property. 
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How to Engage in this Year’s Budget Process
The City of Santa Barbara has released its Recommended Two-Year Financial Plan for Fiscal Years 2026 & 2027 and the Operating & Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2026, and we’re inviting the community to get involved, learn how the…
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Council to Consider Additional Tenant Protections
On Tuesday, April 22, the City Council will consider an ordinance to bolster the City’s existing tenant protections related to evictions due to substantial remodels by adding three provisions initially recommended by the Ordinance…
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Santa Barbara Police Officers Honored at the 55th Annual H. Thomas Guerry Awards
On May 8, 2025, three members of the Santa Barbara Police Department were awarded the H. Thomas Guerry Award for Superior Performance.  The award is named after Santa Barbara Police Officer H. Thomas Guerry who was killed in the line…
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National Police Week & Remembrance Ceremony
The Santa Barbara Police Department is hosting a Remembrance Ceremony for National Police Week this Thursday, May 15. The ceremony will be held on the front steps of the Police Department (215 East Figueroa Street). SBPD is inviting the…
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Unsafe Operation of a Bicycle Municipal Code
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Residential Burglary Crime Ring Arrested
On April 4, 2025, at 9:45 am, detectives from the Santa Barbara Police Department were alerted by an Orange County Law Enforcement Agency about a potential residential burglary crime ring operating in the Santa Barbara area. Santa Barbara…
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Eyes Forward, Hands on the Wheel: Focused Driving Saves Lives
April is Distracted Driving Awareness MonthIn its efforts to prevent distracted driving and save lives on our roads, the Santa Barbara Police Department is reminding all drivers to stay focused, keep their eyes forward and keep their hands…
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2025 Community Academy
The Santa Barbara Police Department is excited to announce the return of our Community Academy, a free, behind-the-scenes experience designed to give community members an inside look at how SBPD operates. This two-day…
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Pancakes and Car Seats with First Responders Event
Join us on Saturday, March 29th from 9:00-11:30 at the Westside Community Center (423 W. Victoria St.) for Pancakes and Car Seats with First Responders!Stop by for a free car seat inspection by certified car seat…
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Stolen Vehicle Suspect Apprehended After Short Foot Pursuit
On March 11, 2025 at 10:27 a.m., Santa Barbara Police Dispatch received a call of stolen vehicle from the 500 Block of Red Rose Lane. While officers were taking the report, dispatch received a call from the vehicle manufacturer who advised…
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SBPD Announces New Blue Envelope Program
The Santa Barbara Police Department is excited to announce the launch of our new Blue Envelope Program, which aims to foster better communication and understanding between law enforcement and members of our neurodiverse community. …
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