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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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Upcoming Draft Housing Element Hearing
On July 5, 2020, the draft 2023-2031 Housing Element was released for public review.  On July 14, 2022 the Planning Commission will hold a hearing to receive an overview of the draft Housing Element, take public comment, and provide…
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Santa Barbara Street Pre-Construction Notice
City Street Operations will be paving a portion of Santa Barbara Street. Work is slated to begin in early July and anticipated to wrap up by the end of August...
City Launches New Website
City Launches New Website
The City launched a new website last week that features a clean and modern design and enhanced mobile compatibility. The website aligns with the City’s goals of inclusivity, providing the capability for Spanish translation and a better…
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Hourly Parking Rate Changes at Downtown Parking Lots
The hourly rates at Downtown parking lots increased to $2.50 an hour last week. This is in response to the rising costs of performing parking-related services, major maintenance, and capital improvements; and will ensure Downtown Parking…
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Construction Project at Central Library
The Library is kicking off a major construction project. Beginning July 11, construction begins on three projects at Central Library: Library Plaza renovation, a new ADA-compliant elevator, and a lower level staff area renovation. …
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Public Draft Housing Element for Review
The City’s 2023 Housing Element is now available for review and comment until August 3. The 2023 Housing Element contains goals, policies, and programs to create new housing opportunities, preserve and improve existing housing, support…
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New City Hall Hours
Starting July 5, the doors to City Hall will be unlocked at 9 a.m. and locked at 3 p.m. City Hall is open daily, Monday through Friday, with the exception of closures every other Friday and federal holidays. Doors will remain unlocked…
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Public Draft Housing Element for Review
The City’s Draft 2023 Housing Element is available for review and comment from July 5 to August 3, 2022.  The Draft 2023 Housing Element contains goals, policies, and programs to create new housing opportunities, preserve and improve…
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SBPL Under Construction Beginning July 11, Limited Access at Central Library
Santa Barbara Public Library is kicking off a major construction project! Beginning July 11, 2022, construction begins on 3 projects at Central Library: Library Plaza renovation, a new ADA-compliant elevator, and a lower level staff area…
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