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Fireworks over West Beach
Celebrate the Fourth of July Safely
The City of Santa Barbara invites community members to celebrate this holiday safely by attending only professional firework displays, such as the Fourth of July Celebration on the waterfront. There’s no better place to enjoy a full…
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Annual Notice: Erosion, Sedimentation Control, and Stormwater Quality Program
This annual informational bulletin outlines guidance on Best Management Practices (BMPs) aimed at reducing erosion, retaining sediment on site, and protecting water quality throughout construction activities. Program…
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Plan Check Responses Must Be Submitted via DigEplan Starting July 7, 2025
To streamline the building plan review process, the City of Santa Barbara will require applicants to provide digital correction responses through our electronic plan review system, DigEplan, beginning July 7, 2025.This…
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Fatal Collision Occurs Near Ortega Park
On November 27, 2021, around 1:55pm, the Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received multiple reports of a serious injury traffic collision near the intersection of East Cota Street and Salsipuedes Street. The collision…
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Changes to Application Fee Collection for Online Permit System (ACA)
Effective December 15, 2021 In an effort to simplify the Online Building Permit submittal process the Application Submittal Fee will no long be collected. The Application Fee varies depending on the scope of the project, $100 to $1,000.…
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Arrive Early & Be Prepared!
🚙 Arrive early to park with ease at one of our three parking lots. View our Parking Map and additional parking information on our website. Catching a ride to SBA is highly recommended, especially during peak travel days - recruit a friend…
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Parade of Lights Sails Again
Come enjoy one of Santa Barbara’s signature holiday events – The 35th Annual Parade of Lights kicks off December 12 at noon. Families can visit a Winter Wonderland on the City Pier in Santa Barbara Harbor, with 10 tons of snow and an…
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COMMUNITY MEETING NOTICE - Cliff Drive Utility Undergrounding
You are invited to attend a community meeting to discuss the benefits, project boundary, and process for City Council to select Cliff Drive to extend the utility underground district.
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Temporary Road Closures Planned on Las Positas Road
The City will be repaving Las Positas Road from Cliff Drive to Highway 101 for about two weeks starting Thursday, December 2. On Saturday December 4, northbound Las Positas will be fully closed from Cliff Drive to Veronica Springs…
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New Water Mains for La Marina Drive
The City is replacing aging water main infrastructure on La Marina Drive, including piping, valves, and hydrants, in order to maintain the quality and reliability of water service. Construction will begin on November 29 and is expected to…
This Holiday Season, Don't Clog with FOG
Pouring fats, oils, and grease (FOG) down the drain or garbage disposal creates obstructions in underground pipes and creates serious problems like blockages and sewer overflows. Protect your home and community by disposing of FOG properly.
Committee to Review Proposed Sidewalk Vending Ordinance
A City Council Ordinance Committee meeting is scheduled on December 7 to review an updated sidewalk vending ordinance. The committee will consider recommending City Council adopt an ordinance that will provide a clear path for…
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