Firearms Retailer Buffer Zones and Moratorium
Santa Barbara County
Summary
In an effort to protect children and communities, the county enacted a 45-day moratorium and initiated code changes to require a 1,000-foot buffer between new firearm retailers and sensitive receptors like schools and parks.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Minor administrative costs associated with processing mapping and ordinance development.
Residents, parents, and community members advocating for enhanced local oversight and separation between gun retailers and child-serving facilities.
Prospective firearm retailers and gun store owners whose establishment or expansion is temporarily halted or restricted.
Mentions & discussions (2)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS — September 22, 2026
The board extended a temporary moratorium on new firearm and ammunition retail stores to allow time for permanent zoning regulations.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS — September 1, 2026
In an effort to protect children and communities, the county enacted a 45-day moratorium and initiated code changes to require a 1,000-foot buffer between new firearm retailers and sensitive receptors like schools and parks.
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