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Double-Check Before You Cut Trees & Vegetation
HandoutsDesign GuidelinesProperty InformationOther Helpful LinksContact Information
Informational meetings regarding the new Trees and Landscaping Checklist and Reference Guide were held in May 2012. A video presentation of these checklists is being produced by City TV. Please email hbaker@santabarbaraca.gov to be notified when the video is available on this website.
Handouts
The following handouts will help determine whether a permit is required and provide additional information.
Front Setback Tree Removal Application (Trees subject to Parks & Recreation approval)
Historic and Specimen Trees List (Designated trees)
Landscape Compliance Requirements (Statement required on all landscape plans)
Landscape Design Standards for Water Conservation (City water conservation standards)
Landscape Plan Requirements (Plan requirements for design review submittal)
Street Tree Removal Application (Trees subject to Parks & Recreation approval)
Tree and Landscaping Checklist - New! (Determine if a permit is required)
Tree and Landscaping Reference Guide - New! (Information on commonly asked questions)
Tree and Landscaping Submittal Sheet - New! (Required submittal for staff review)
Vegetation Removal Permit - Questions and Submittal Requirements
Design Guidelines
The following include landscaping guidelines and information on how proposals can be “substantially similar”.
Architectural Board of Review Guidelines
Historic Landmarks Commission Guidelines
Single Family Design Board Guidelines
Property Information
The following links can assist in finding specific property information.
Find Parcel Information by Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) or Street Address
Locate your property on our Design District and Coastal Maps
Find Case Status Information by Case number or Street Address
View City Property Records & Archives (such as Street & Planning files)
Use our GIS interactive map to find a property
Other Helpful Links
Below are some additional links that provide.
Forestry Program for more information on tree regulations
Municipal Code (See SBMC 15.20, 15.24, 22.10, 22.11, 22.22, 22.68 and 22.69)
Storm Water Management Program (SWMP)
Water Conservation for more information on sustainable landscaping
Contact Information
The tree and landscaping ordinances are applied by the Planning Division in the Community Development Department and the Forestry Program in the Parks and Recreation Department.
To contact Planning Staff, please call the Planning Counter at (805) 564-5578 or visit the offices at 630 Garden Street between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM during City business days.
To contact Forestry Staff, please call the Forestry Program at (805) 564-5433. Their offices are located at 402 E. Ortega Street during City business days.
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