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Single Family Streamlining Project - Draft Ordinance and Guidelines Amendments Available for Review
The City of Santa Barbara has released draft ordinance amendments for the Single Family Streamlining Project, whose goal is to streamline and simplify the design review process for single family residential projects. The Project also…
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New: Expedited Sewer Lateral Replacement Permit Process
The Community Development Department has introduced a new expedited OnDemand permitting process for sewer lateral replacements on private property. Applicants can now submit their application online, pay required fees, and…
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Beware of Scam Invoice Emails
The City of Santa Barbara is alerting the community of scam invoice emails impersonating City departments and requesting payment. These fraudulent messages may appear official, using logos or language meant to look authentic, but they are…
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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…
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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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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City of Santa Barbara to Celebrate Oak Park Dance Floor Restoration
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department invites community members to join Mayor Randy Rowse and the Santa Barbara City Council for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the
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The New City Website is Live!
The City of Santa Barbara launched a new website today. Now you can look forward to a more user-friendly experience, including streamlined access to digital tools, improvements to the mobile experience, and resources for all construction…
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Learn About Your Water Quality
View the Water Quality Report here. 
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Paving on De La Vina Street
The City will be paving a portion of De La Vina Street until the end of July. ..
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