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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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WaterWise Garden Recognition Contest
Do you have a beautiful, water wise garden? The WaterWise Garden Recognition Contest celebrates and recognizes beautiful, water efficient front yards throughout Santa Barbara County. Submit photos and apply online by April 30. An award…
The Library Begins a New Chapter of Services by Forgiving all Outstanding Fines and Fees
 Library patrons who have had their account blocked from checking out materials will have a “clean slate” after April 15 and will be able to check out library materials again.
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Weekend Paving Work to Begin on West Carrillo Street
The City will begin road resurfacing work on Saturday, April 9, along Carrillo Street from US-101 to Figueroa Street. The construction is part of the Safety Improvements Project on West Carrillo Street.
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TSA Equipment Upgrade April 4-22
Starting April 4th TSA will be installing new equipment that will result in 1 of our 3 lanes in the check point to be closed through April 22nd. This important upgrade may impact the length of time needed to pass through the check point,…
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Wastewater Main Rehabilitation Project
Next month, 2.6 miles of City sewer pipe will be rehabilitated. Pipes were selected based on material or age, as some date back to the 1920s. Contractors will clean and video-inspect the pipes from street manholes and then use both…
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SBA Employee Spotlight: Nora Rosales
SBA Employee Spotlight: Nora Rosales
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2022 Draft Action Plan Available for Review
The City’s Draft FY 2022 Community Development Block Grant/HOME Action Plan is available for public review. Please submit comments no later than May 3.
SBPL Begins a New Chapter of Services by Forgiving All Outstanding Fines and Fees
Santa Barbara City Council approved a proposal to forgive outstanding fines and fees on library accounts in order to facilitate the transition to a new catalog and welcome patrons back to the Library.
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Serious Injury Collision Involving Motorcyclist
On March 30, 2022, around 4:45 pm, the Santa Barbara Combined Communications Center received a report of a serious injury traffic collision that occurred between a motorcycle and a white Lexus SUV at the intersection of Hutash Street and…
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