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Photos of a Preapproved ADU rendering with a covered front deck
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. 
Aerial image of downtown Santa Barbara looking toward the north over sterns wharf
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…
City Hall and El Paseo
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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Paving Notice - E. Gutierrez Street 04/01/2025 - 04/02/2025
PAVING SCHEDULETuesday, April 1st (blue): Milling00-100 blocks of E.
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Reminder: Free & Instant Permit for Heat Pump Water Heaters
Upgrading your water heater? Switch to a heat pump water heater for a healthier, safer, and more energy-efficient home! These electric alternatives reduce carbon emissions, improve indoor air quality, and lower energy costs.The City’s…
Community Needs Survey photo of a teacher and student to represent one of the many needs
2025-2029 Consolidated Plan & 2025 Annual Action Plan Draft Open for Public Comment
In order for the City to receive annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), a 5-year Consolidated Plan and an…
clothing, accessories and housewares on a table for a yard sale.
Register now for the City of Santa Barbara Community Yard Sale!
The City of Santa Barbara’s Clean Community Division invites you to be part of its inaugural Community Yard Sale on Saturday, May 10, from 8:00 a.m.
Sustainability News
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Small Diameter CCTV Sewer Main Inspection Project Starts Monday, April 7
The City of Santa Barbara owns and maintains 257 miles of sewer mains which deliver wastewater to the El Estero Water Resource Center. To continue delivering quality service, the City will conduct CCTV (closed-circuit television)…
Mission Creek at De La Vina with overgrown vegetation encompassing a City building.
Corrected Zoom Link for Q&A Session
If you are having trouble joining the Creek Buffers Ordinance Q&A Session, please use the link below. You are invited to a Zoom webinar!When: Mar 21, 2025 11:30 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)Topic:  Creek Buffer Ordinance Q…
Sustainability News
Mission Creek at De La Vina with overgrown vegetation encompassing a City building.
Additional Creek Buffer Ordinance Q&A Session Scheduled for Wednesday, April 2
UPDATE: At the request of community members, we have added an additional question-and-answer webinar on the Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance, scheduled for Wednesday, April 2 from 6:00 p…
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Milpas Intersection, pedestrians in crosswalk as vehicles share the intersection.
City Council Denied The Appeal And Upheld The Parks & Recreation Commission's Motion To Approve The Removal Of 13 Trees For The Milpas Street Crosswalk Safety And Sidewalk Widening Project
At the City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, the City Council heard and denied a resident’s appeal of the Parks & Recreation Commission’s motion to remove 13 street trees associated with the Milpas Street Crosswalk Safety…
Paving
Paving on La Coronilla Drive
Paving ScheduleMonday, March 24th (red)1700-1800 blocks of La Coronilla DriveThe City o
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