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Substantial Amendment to the HOME Program – American Rescue Plan Allocation Plan

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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.

In accordance with the City’s Citizen Participation Plan, a change in the City’s funding allocation priorities that were previously identified in the City’s HOME-ARP Allocation Plan is considered a substantial amendment. The substantial amendment is available for public review and written comment for 15 days from July 28 to August 11, 2025. Upon the completion of the review period, the planned amendment will be submitted to City Council on August 12, 2025, for approval, then subsequently to HUD.

The proposed changes of HOME ARP funding allocation enable the city to further its original goals of providing supportive services to qualifying populations that enable them to obtain and maintain permanent housing. Based on feedback received during the development of the Allocation Plan, the greatest priority should be given to the provision of supportive services. The City also received an additional sum of $2,777 HOME ARP dollars, which will also be allocated to supportive services.

Written comments can be sent to estotts@santabarbaraca.gov and must be received by August 11, 2025.