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Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment Rendering as it is Viewed from State and Ortega
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Explore the Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment

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The City of Santa Barbara and Alliance Bernstein invite community members to attend two public open houses to learn more about the proposed Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment. Attendees can drop in, explore project details, ask questions, and connect directly with City staff and the applicant team. The proposed redevelopment envisions a vibrant, mixed-use space with 233 market-rate housing units, 80 affordable units, over 125,000 square feet of retail, and new public areas, all supporting the City’s vision for a more livable, walkable, and economically resilient downtown.

The project area spans from State Street to Chapala Street and Ortega Street to south of Carrillo Street, including Macy’s parcel and a portion of City Parking Lot 2. The former Nordstrom building is not included in the current proposal.

Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment Open House
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
707 Paseo Nuevo (near Nordstrom)
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Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment Open House
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
707 Paseo Nuevo (near Nordstrom)
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Learn about:

  • Architecture & Design
  • Multi-Family Residential
  • Affordable Housing
  • Meet City Staff & Project Partners

For more information, visit Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment.

Event flyer with map.