Workforce Housing Development at 117 East Carrillo Street
Santa Barbara County
Summary
The county established a new local housing marketing program requiring developers on the South Coast and in the Santa Ynez Valley to conduct 12-week targeted local marketing campaigns. This aims to give local workers a better chance at securing newly constructed market-rate housing amidst high commute rates and low vacancy.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Local workers, teachers, nurses, and residents seeking housing on the South Coast and in the Santa Ynez Valley.
Developers facing longer marketing lead times.
Mentions & discussions (3)
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS — May 5, 2026
The county is advancing plans to build workforce housing on county-owned property at 117 East Carrillo Street, selecting SoLa Impact LLC to move forward with negotiations. This project aims to address local housing shortages by creating residential units in downtown Santa Barbara.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS — April 21, 2026
The county established a new local housing marketing program requiring developers on the South Coast and in the Santa Ynez Valley to conduct 12-week targeted local marketing campaigns. This aims to give local workers a better chance at securing newly constructed market-rate housing amidst high commute rates and low vacancy.
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