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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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Vandalism Suspect Arrested
On February 9, 2023, at 3:45 am, several Santa Barbara Police officers responded to a gas station located in the 100 block of South La Cumbre Road for a reported vandalism in progress. Officers arrived on scene and detained an adult male…
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Single Family Design Board Survey
The City of Santa Barbara’s Planning Division, in collaboration with AIA Santa Barbara, is seeking input on the Single Family Design Board (SFDB) design review process. This initiative is part of the City's effort to streamline and…
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Dozens of Stolen Items Returned to Owners
Yesterday, officers took multiple reports of items being stolen from vehicles from the area of 1500 Dover Road. Today, officers were able to locate and arrest two suspects in connection with these thefts. Dozens of stolen items were…
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Black History Month: Aviation Pioneers
As we celebrate Black History Month, we can’t forget to recognize some of the pioneers who’s trailblazing leadership paved the way for inclusion and diversity within the aviation industry.
Airport News
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Shoreline Park Torii Gate Garden Restoration to Begin February 8
Phase 1 of the Shoreline Park Torii Gate Garden Restoration Project is set to begin this week. Phase 1 will focus on regrading areas where the garden elevations have changed over time, relocating boulders that have shifted…
Parks & Rec News
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Plane Pull Returns March 4
Join Alpha Resource Center on Saturday, March 4 for the 2nd Annual Plane Pull at the Santa Barbara Airport!The Plane Pull is an extreme team challenge where teams of 10 play tug of war with an Alaska Airlines E175 airplane weighing nearly…
Airport News
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Band Applications Open for Concerts in the Park
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is seeking musical acts for the 2023 Concerts in the Park series.
Parks & Rec News
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Santa Barbara Public Library’s 2023 Book to Action Event Series Examines Housing and Homelessness
Each year, Santa Barbara Public Library chooses a social topic of community interest or challenge that the community is facing and develops a series of programs to explore potential solutions. Through selected readings, presentations, and…
Library News
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Central Library Closed Due to Construction Activity
February 9, 2023 Central Library will reopen at 10am on February 9, 2023. February 7, 2023 Central Library remains closed due to air quality issues. January 31, 2023 Santa Barbara Public Library will continue with modified…
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