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Barbara Andersen
Acting Housing & Human Services Manager
(805) 564-5302
BAndersen@SantaBarbaraCA.gov

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Rent Stabilization

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On December 16, 2025, the Santa Barbara City Council received a comprehensive presentation and staff report outlining the proposed policy direction and work plan for developing a Rent Stabilization Ordinance and Program.
 
The Council provided preliminary feedback to guide further research and emphasized the need to balance program effectiveness with administrative feasibility. As part of the discussion, Council voted to return in January 2026 to consider a temporary Rent Increase Moratorium Ordinance and potential amendments to the Residential Just Cause Ordinance addressing Ellis Act no-fault evictions. These ordinances will return to Council for consideration on January 13, 2026.

Council Agenda Report: Item 12 (December 16, 2025)

Council Presentation: Item 12 (December 16, 2025)

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City Council Meeting - December 16, 2025 - 5pm (Item 12 - Rent Stabilization)