Big Build Behind Santa Barbara Mission Slated for Environmental Review
The eight-story building proposed behind the mission would be “de-exempt” from CEQA under State Senator Monique Limón’s just-passed amendments to state law.
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Supervisors Back Grand Jury Findings on South Coast Housing
Santa Barbara County staff said recommendations were already practiced, others don’t fit county’s internal structure.
Proposed Changes to State Housing Law Target Big Build Behind Santa Barbara Mission
The changes would require the eight-story apartment project to undergo environmental review.
Housing Project in Isla Vista Heads to Fifth Hearing
Board of Supervisors say they don’t support the Sueno Road project as-is.
Santa Barbara County Planning Commission Approves 72 Bedrooms in Isla Vista
The three-story, 24-unit apartment complex, developed by Ed St. George, passes unanimously, despite parking concerns.
Santa Barbara County Planning Commission Chair Laura Bridley Resigns
Update: Former Santa Barbara school boardmember Kate Ford has been nominated to fill Bridley’s spot.
Isla Vista Man Arrested for Alleged Rape, False Imprisonment
Sheriff’s deputies are asking witnesses to come forward.
Santa Barbara Housing Takes Center Stage at This Year’s State of the County
The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce hosted its fifth-annual event at the Bacara, bringing together business leaders and elected officials to discuss the county’s economy, business prospects, and local government.
Lawsuits, Annexation, and Builder’s Remedy: What’s Holding Up Housing in Santa Barbara’s North County?
Santa Barbara County’s pro-housing hopes and millions of dollars in grant funding could be on the line over Richards Ranch in Orcutt.
Studio City Man Arrested for Alleged Rape at Isla Vista Frat Party
Police arrested Reef Mortene, 19, on charges of rape of an intoxicated victim, forced oral copulation, and digital penetration.
