Upcoming Housing Element Adoption Hearing

On November 16, 2023, the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) informed the City that the 2023-2031 Adoption Draft Housing Element meets the statutory requirements of State Housing Element Law and the Planning Commission recommended adoption of the Housing Element to City Council with specific recommendations.

On December 12, 2023 the City Council will hold a hearing to consider a resolution adopting the 2023-2031 Housing Element with proposed revisions as an Amendment to the City’s General Plan. After adoption, the 2023-2031 Housing Element will be posted for a seven day public review period, followed by submittal to HCD for final certification.

City Council Hearing

Tuesday December 12, 2023
Meeting starts at 2:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
735 Anacapa Street

The agenda, report, and attachments will be available prior to the hearing at https://santabarbaraca.gov/government/mayor-city-council/city-council-meetings. Please review the agenda for instructions on how to submit written public comments, provide verbal comments at the hearing, or participate virtually