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Substantial Amendment to the HOME Program – American Rescue Plan Allocation Plan
Notice of 15-Day Public Comment Period for Substantial Amendment to the City of Santa Barbara’s HOME Investment Partnerships Program – American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Allocation Plan, part of the City’s 2021 Annual Action Plan.
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Important Notice – Updated Fire Hazard Maps & Project Requirements
On July 1, 2025, the Santa Barbara City Council adopted updated Fire Hazard Zone maps in alignment with new designations issued by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE). These new maps…
Crowd at the Special City Council Meeting on July 15, 2025.
City Hosts Immigration Town Hall to Share Resources and Hear from the Community
On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, the City, in partnership with 805UndocuFund, held a community town hall focused on immigration at Franklin Community Center. Attendees had the opportunity to offer public comment and share local resources for…
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Top 10 Shrubs for Screening and Privacy
Looking to screen your trash enclosure or provide more privacy? Check out our video on Billy Goodnick’s top 10 plants for screening and privacy from our latest Garden Wise TV episode.
Talk with City Staff at the State Street Promenade Market
City staff will be attending the State Street Promenade Market (which coincides with 1st Thursday Art Walk) on Thursday, December 2, from 3:00 to 7:30 p.m. Stop by the City’s booth to say hello, learn about the State Street Master Plan…
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Temporary Road Closures : Las Positas from Cliff Drive to Highway 101
Temporary Road Closures : Las Positas from Cliff Drive to Highway 101
Talk with City Staff at the State Street
City staff will be attending the State Street Promenade Market (which coincides with 1st Thursday Art Walk) on Thursday, December 2, from 3:00 to 7:30 p.m. Stop by the City’s booth to say hello, learn about the State Street Master Plan…
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Watch Footage from the Arroyo Burro Open Space Restoration Project
The City recently installed a new footbridge from Las Positas Road into the Arroyo Burro Open Space as part of the Creeks Division’s Arroyo Burro Open Space Restoration Project. The bridge is currently closed, and will officially open once…
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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