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Eastside and Montecito Libraries will close at 2pm on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (5/6/26) for a staff training.

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Community Development

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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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Contact Us

General Information
630 Garden Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 564-5470
CDAdmin@SantaBarbaraCA.gov

Mailing Address
City of Santa Barbara
P.O. Box 1990
Santa Barbara, CA 93102-1990

Office Hours
Monday through Thursday
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (PT)
Alternate Fridays
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (PT)
Calendar of Closed Fridays

Walk-In Hours
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday
8:30 AM to 12:00 PM (PT)
Wednesday
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PT) 

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