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Welcome to the Community Development Department
Community Development assists the public in managing the development of the community in order to protect and preserve the quality of life, promote a sound economic base and appropriate design, and ensure safe construction, all in balance with the constraints of the City’s environment and resources.
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The City of Santa Barbara is currently evaluating its Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) zoning ordinances to simplify regulations and clarify standards, as part of implementing the Housing Element. As we move forward with drafting ordinance…
The City of Santa Barbara is currently accepting submissions for designer-owned plans for preapproved Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). Submissions are now being accepted on a rolling basis, with no application deadline.
Encouraging Community Engagement and Participation The City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, to review a proposed framework for amending the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance. The goal is to…