Santa Barbara Residential Mixed-Use Overlay Subdistrict

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This amendment to the Golden Gate Area Master Plan within the Growth Management Plan updates the Santa Barbara Commercial Subdistrict to support redevelopment by allowing residential and mixed-use development. The amendment restores residential densities consistent with the underlying zoning districts while continuing to allow commercial uses and removes the existing restriction on duplex dwelling units. It also includes a companion update to the Santa Barbara Commercial Overlay in the Land Development Code to implement these changes. Updated design standards ensure compatibility with nearby residential properties through buffering and consistent architectural design, and encourage shared access of commercial uses along Santa Barbara Boulevard to reduce curb cuts and improve traffic flow.

This amendment to the Golden Gate Area Master Plan within the Growth Management Plan updates the Santa Barbara Commercial Subdistrict to support redevelopment by allowing residential and mixed-use development. The amendment restores residential densities consistent with the underlying zoning districts while continuing to allow commercial uses and removes the existing restriction on duplex dwelling units. It also includes a companion update to the Santa Barbara Commercial Overlay in the Land Development Code to implement these changes. Updated design standards ensure compatibility with nearby residential properties through buffering and consistent architectural design, and encourage shared access of commercial uses along Santa Barbara Boulevard to reduce curb cuts and improve traffic flow.

Page published: 18 Mar 2026, 12:51 PM