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Important Notice – Updated Fire Hazard Maps & Project Requirements

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On July 1, 2025, the Santa Barbara City Council adopted updated Fire Hazard Zone maps in alignment with new designations issued by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE). These new maps highlight areas with a higher hazard of fire to improve planning and protection.  
 
The new maps will take effect 30 days after adoption, on July 31, 2025.  
 
Projects in the newly mapped areas without an issued building permit by July 31, 2025, will be subject to state and local High Fire Hazard Area regulations (such as those related to building construction, landscape requirements, accessory dwelling units).  
 
For more information and to understand how your project may be affected, please read the City's Press Release: New Fire Hazard Zone Maps  
 
QUESTIONS?
For questions about a pending building permit application, contact: Building & Safety Counter (805) 564-5485 | CDBuildingCode@SantaBarbaraCA.gov  
 
For questions about a pending planning application, contact: Planning Counter (805) 564-5578 | PlanningCounter@SantaBarbaraCA.gov  

For information about the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), maps, parcel search mapping tool, and frequently asked questions, visit Community Wildfire Protection Plan - SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CWPP. 
 
Thank you for your attention to this important update.  
 
City of Santa Barbara, Community Development Department & Fire Department