Santa Barbara council adopts temporary rent-increase moratorium and tightens Ellis Act rules in 4-3 vote After hours of public comment and council debate, the Santa Barbara City Council approved a temporary moratorium on rent increases and added requirements for Ellis Act evictions, directing staff to publish FAQs and use the Rental Housing Mediation program for intake.

The Santa Barbara City Council has voted 4-3 to implement a temporary rent increase moratorium, sparking intense debate over housing stability and landlord rights.

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Santa Barbara council directs staff to return in January with rent-stabilization options and temporary moratorium proposal After hours of public comment on housing and homelessness, the Santa Barbara City Council voted 4–3 to ask staff to return in January with proposals for a rent‑stabilization ordinance and a possible temporary moratorium on rent increases and certain evictions. Councilmembers also debated legal limits including Costa Hawkins and the state Tenant Protection Act of 2019.

Santa Barbara City Council takes a bold step towards rent stabilization by directing staff to explore immediate protections for tenants amid a heated public debate.

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Housing Committee Discusses Process Improvements and Public Engagement Strategies Committee members praise staff efforts and seek better public communication on housing processes.

Santa Barbara's City Council is taking bold steps to transform housing development processes, but are they moving fast enough to meet community needs?

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Santa Barbara Council Approves Adaptive Reuse Proposal to Support Affordable Housing Council endorses ordinance maintaining 10% affordability standard for moderate income housing.

Santa Barbara City Council has taken a bold step to combat the housing crisis by endorsing a plan that mandates 10% affordable housing for working families and essential workers.

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Council Member Raises Concerns Over Housing Fund Allocation Impact on City Budget Council member advocates for budget scrutiny in housing projects amid funding concerns.

Santa Barbara's City Council is grappling with the tough choice of funding housing projects at the potential expense of vital city services and employee salaries.

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Santa Barbara Council Discusses Adaptive Reuse Ordinance for Housing Revitalization Council members consider policies to enhance housing supply through adaptive reuse of buildings.

Santa Barbara's city council is debating a groundbreaking ordinance that could transform vacant commercial spaces into vital housing, but will it truly solve the housing crisis?

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Santa Barbara Council Considers Economic Ordinance Impacting Inclusionary Housing Requirements Council members express concern over inclusionary housing loss amid downtown revitalization efforts.

Santa Barbara's city council faces a critical crossroads: will they prioritize economic growth over the urgent need for affordable housing?

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Council Member Jordan questions inclusionary units in downtown housing plans Council discusses inclusionary unit requirements and housing element progress with HCD oversight.

Santa Barbara's City Council grapples with balancing housing demands and community needs, raising critical questions about affordable units in new developments.

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City Council Considers Flexible Inclusionary Housing Policies for Downtown Revitalization Council explores adaptive reuse options and caps on inclusionary requirements for housing projects.

Santa Barbara City Council is rethinking inclusionary housing rules to spark downtown revitalization and tackle the housing crisis head-on!

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Santa Barbara approves conversion of office to two residential units at 1514 Anacapa Street City staff supports zoning modifications for adaptive reuse project in Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara is transforming an office building into two much-needed rental units, paving the way for a brighter community housing future.

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Santa Barbara City Council Votes on Harbor Ordinance and Affordable Housing Loan Council approves harbor ordinance and discusses $3.5M loan for affordable housing development.

Santa Barbara City Council takes a bold step towards affordable housing by approving a $3.5 million loan, securing a brighter future for the community!

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Santa Barbara Council Denies Housing Appeal Amid State Law Constraints Council votes to deny housing project appeal due to adherence to state regulations.

Santa Barbara's City Council grapples with state housing laws, facing tough choices that could shape the future of local governance and affordable housing.

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City Council reviews adaptive reuse ordinance to convert nonresidential buildings into housing Council considers amendments to facilitate housing conversion and exempt environmental review.

Santa Barbara is taking bold steps to tackle its housing crisis with a new ordinance that could transform empty buildings into vibrant homes for residents.

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Faro Center highlights its successes as community seeks council support Faro Center reports over 100 people housed while requesting further support from the council.

The Faro Center is transforming lives in Santa Barbara, helping over 100 individuals find housing and essential services in just one year!

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Santa Barbara Planning Commission addresses Measure C funding for new police station Commission discusses impact of police station funding on Measure C and housing initiatives.

Santa Barbara's Planning Commission is at a crossroads, balancing the urgent need for a new police station with the city's housing crisis and financial challenges.

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League of Women Voters urges Santa Barbara Council to boost affordable housing funding allocation League of Women Voters urges Santa Barbara Council to allocate 30-35% of Measure I funds.

The League of Women Voters is calling on the Santa Barbara City Council to dramatically increase affordable housing funding from 7% to a much-needed 30-35% of Measure I's revenue!

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City Council secures $3 million for local housing trust fund amid redevelopment negotiations Council secures $3 million for local housing trust fund through project negotiations and funding sources.

Santa Barbara's City Council just secured a whopping $3 million for affordable housing, setting the stage for a game-changing approach to local housing needs!

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Santa Barbara faces housing crisis as 52100 renters struggle with unaffordable rents Santa Barbara faces urgent housing crisis as affordable units lag behind rising demand and poverty.

Santa Barbara is in the grip of a housing crisis, with over 52,000 renters struggling to keep a roof over their heads as affordable units fall drastically short of demand.

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Santa Barbara residents demand rent control and eviction protections amid housing crisis Santa Barbara residents demand rent stabilization and protections against price gouging amid housing crisis.

Santa Barbara residents are sounding the alarm as skyrocketing housing costs and landlord exploitation threaten their community's future.

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