We are working on economic and public safety response time analysis. Our next City Council meeting on the State Street Master Plan is anticipated in September 2025. 

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Faulkner Gallery will be closed for audiovisual upgrades. 
The Eastside Library will be partially closed from July 7-12.

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All SBPL locations will open late on Thursday, July 3. Visit our calendar for details.
All SBPL locations will be closed on Friday, July 4, for Independence Day.

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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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Now Available! Building Permit Dashboard
The City of Santa Barbara is excited to announce the launch of a new online Building Permit Dashboard, now live and available to the public at the Building Permit Dashboard page.
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Rendering of the new De La Vina Street Bridge.
Construction to Begin on De La Vina Street Bridge Replacement Project
Construction of the De La Vina Street Bridge Replacement Project is set to begin mid-June 2025, with completion anticipated in summer 2027. The project will replace the existing bridge over Mission Creek, located at 2700 De La Vina Street…
Large crowd gathers for a free concert in Chase Palm Park
Concerts in the Park Series Returns to Chase Palm Park this July
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has announced the return of the annual concert series, Concerts in the Park. The free, family-friendly summer tradition has brought large crowds and a range of musical entertainment…
Parks & Rec News
Juneteenth Santa Barbara stage with crowd gathered to watch a dance group performance.
"Hope for the People" Juneteenth Santa Barbara Celebration This Saturday
Juneteenth Santa Barbara invites the community to the eighth annual Juneteenth celebration in South Santa Barbara County! Proudly sponsored by the City of Santa Barbara, this free, family-friendly event will be held on Saturday, June 14,…
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Elevated Deck Inspection Program
Reminder of upcoming deadline. Recent California State laws SB 721 (2018) and SB 326 (2019) require inspections of elevated decks to ensure that multi-family and condominium buildings maintain safe, structurally sound…
Intersection of Anapamu and San Andres Streets, cyclist sharing the road with vehicles.
Upcoming Community Meetings for the Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Management Plan
The City of Santa Barbara will host two community meetings on Monday, June 16, and Wednesday, June 18, to share updates on the Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Plan. The project provides safe pedestrian and bicycle…
Mission Creek at De La Vina with overgrown vegetation encompassing a City building.
Update on Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance
Thank you to everyone who shared feedback on the Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance. We are writing to provide you an update on where we are with the ordinance development and our planned next steps. Based on comments…
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Construction Notice: Water Main Replacement on Alameda Padre Serra and Surrounding Streets
The City is replacing aging water main infrastructure, including piping, valves, and hydrants to maintain the quality and reliability of water service.Construction will take place on the following streets from mid-June 2025 through winter…
State Street Undercrossing Ribbon Cutting
Investing in Community Safety and Connectivity: City of Santa Barbara Celebrates Completion of Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project
The City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the completion of the Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Wednesday, June 4, to celebrate the official opening of the new undercrossing.
Cliff Drive road between Oliver and Meigs Roads
Notice of Proposed Tree Removals and New Tree Plantings for Cliff Drive Vision Zero Project
The Cliff Drive Vision Zero project (Project) proposes removing 23 of the existing 322 street trees on Cliff Drive, with approximately 70 new street tree planting opportunities. The Project consultant arborist identified them as impacted…
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