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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. 
Aerial image of downtown Santa Barbara looking toward the north over sterns wharf
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…
City Hall and El Paseo
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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Limited Waitlist Opening for Section 8 Voucher Program
The City Housing Authority (HACSB) announces a limited waitlist opening for its Section 8 Voucher Program. HACSB will begin accepting applications online on Monday, May 2, through Wednesday, June 1. The waitlist will be…
Community Environmental Council's 2022 Earth Day Celebration
Widely acknowledged as the birthplace of Earth Day, Community Environmental Council’s event on April 23 will celebrate climate leaders throughout the community at the Arlington Theatre. The free, City-sponsored event will feature a Green…
Loma Alta Kidnap-Robbery Suspect Arrested
On April 13, 2022, around noon, the Santa Barbara Police Department received a report of a possible kidnapping and robbery that occurred in the area of Loma Alta Drive. The victim reported an unknown male had stolen her cellular phone and…
Santa Barbara Airport Terminal
UPDATE: Masks Recommended at SBA
Monday, April 18, 2022 “Due to today’s court ruling, effective immediately, TSA will no longer enforce its Security Directives and Emergency Amendment requiring mask use on public transportation and transportation hubs. TSA will also…
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Upcoming Meeting with Historic Landmarks Commission
On Friday, April 22, from 8:30AM to 11:00AM in the Faulkner Gallery, located in the Public Library at 40 East Anapamu Street, a joint work session will be held between the De La Guerra Plaza Revitalization Project Advisory Committee and…
Santa Barbara City Hall, De la Guerra Plaza entrance
Council Update On Efforts To Address Homelessness And Its Related Impacts
On April 12, 2022, Staff provided an update to Council on efforts to address homelessness and it's related impacts in the City of Santa Barbara. The meeting materials are found below:
800 Jimeno UUAD Initial Petition Results
The results of the neighborhood petition are in for the City to initiate a project to underground utilities on the 800 block of Jimeno Road. 
WATCH: Backwater Valve Maintenance
Backwater valves protect your property from costly and unpleasant damage by preventing sewage from re-entering your home. To ensure your backwater valves continue to function properly, it is important to check and maintain your backwater…
TSA Equipment Upgrade at the Airport
Last week TSA began installing new equipment to upgrade TSA passenger screening, closing one of the Airport's three checkpoint lanes. The construction is slated to last until April 22. This important upgrade may impact the length of time…
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