Carpinteria public meetings in 2024
20 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Architectural Review Board
The Architectural Review Board will conduct a preliminary review of the Surfliner Inn project (Project 23‑2254‑DP/CUP/CDP/ARB) at 399 & 499 Linden Avenue. The review includes staff and applicant presentations, public comment, and a recommendation to the Community Development Director. The board will also consider the consent calendar item approving the minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting.
- Preliminary review of Surfliner Inn project: 36‑room hotel, manager’s unit, restaurant, visitor center, and a new 93‑space public parking lot (Lot 4) at 499 Linden Avenue
- Consent calendar: approval of minutes from the Architectural Review Board meeting held on November 14, 2024
- Public comment period for any matters within the ARB’s jurisdiction
City Council
The Carpinteria City Council will vote on several ordinances that add new zoning chapters and rezone properties to implement Program 1 of the 2023‑2031 Housing Element. It will also adopt a resolution transmitting those ordinances to the California Coastal Commission and the Department of Housing and Community Development. Additional actions include adopting a development impact fee amendment, approving the annual fee program report, and electing a mayor and vice mayor.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 788 (second reading) adding Chapter 14.19 – RMU Residential/Mixed Use to the Zoning Code
- Adopt Ordinance No. 789 (second reading) adding Chapter 14.51 – Objective Design Standards to the Zoning Code
- Adopt Ordinance No. 790 (second reading) amending the City Zoning Map to rezone certain properties
- Adopt Ordinance No. 791 (second reading) amending the City Zoning Map to rezone additional properties
- Adopt Resolution No. 6350 transmitting Ordinances 788‑791 to the California Coastal Commission and DHCD
Planning Commission
The Carpinteria Planning Commission will approve the consent calendar minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting. It will hold public hearings on three development projects: a time‑extension request for RAM Hotels at 4110 Via Real, a conditional use permit for Dish Wireless at 6267 Carpinteria Avenue, and a renovation of The Palms Restaurant at 701 Linden Avenue. The commission will also review several reports and minutes as other business items.
- Approve minutes of the regular Planning Commission meeting held October 7, 2024 (consent calendar).
- Public hearing on RAM Hotels' request for a 12‑month time extension for Project 16-1822-DP/CDP/TEX at 4110 Via Real.
- Public hearing on Dish Wireless, LLC's Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit for a telecommunications facility at 6267 Carpinteria Avenue.
- Public hearing on renovation and rooftop patio for The Palms Restaurant (Project 24-2303-DP/CDP) at 701 Linden Avenue.
- Other business: review of Architectural Review Board minutes, city calendar, planning activity report, and building permit report.
City Council
The City Council will discuss updating the Capital Improvement Plan and amending the municipal code regarding development impact fees. The body is also considering several ordinances to create a new Residential/Mixed Use zoning designation and update objective design standards. Additionally, the council will review responses to a county grand jury report on homeless encampments.
- Construction contract for Mark Crane’s Tree, Inc. for $120,000 for the Carpinteria Avenue Bridge Replacement Project
- First reading of Ordinance No. 787 regarding Development Impact Mitigation Fees
- First reading of Ordinances 788, 789, 790, and 791 to add RMU Residential/Mixed Use zoning and Objective Design Standards
- Public hearing continuation for the Annual Report of the Development Impact Fee Program and Capital Improvement Plan
- Approval of responses to the 2024 Santa Barbara County Civil Grand Jury Report on homeless encampments
Architectural Review Board
The Architectural Review Board will conduct a final review of a proposal to construct a two-story mixed-use building. The board will also consider the action minutes from its October 17, 2024, meeting.
- Final review of a 2,784 square foot mixed-use building at 4675 Carpinteria Avenue
- Proposal includes 494 square feet of ground floor commercial space
- Proposal includes two upstairs one-bedroom apartment units of 880 square feet each
- Provision of two single-car residential garage spaces and two covered commercial parking spaces
- Approval of October 17, 2024, meeting minutes
City Council
The Carpinteria City Council will vote on several agenda items, including a First Amendment to the Freeway Maintenance Agreement for the Highway 101 Carpinteria‑to‑Santa Barbara Project‑Phase 4A. A resolution will be adopted to amend the Safety Element of the General Plan and to grant a CEQA exemption. The Council will also consider a $35,000 grant for community‑center appraisal services and approve the scope of services for a related RFP.
- First Amendment of the Freeway Maintenance Agreement for Highway 101 Carpinteria‑to‑Santa Barbara Project‑Phase 4A (Item 4)
- Adopt Resolution 6344 to amend the Safety Element of the General Plan and determine CEQA exemption (Item 7)
- Approve $152,250 appropriation for the Community Services Support Grant program (Consent Calendar Item 3)
- Authorize acceptance of a $35,000 grant from La Centra‑Sumerlin Foundation for community‑center appraisal and approve RFP scope (Item 8)
- Consider canceling the regular City Council meeting on December 23, 2024 (Item 5)
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting at 12:45 p.m. to tour several community locations with Congressman Salud Carbajal. The tour includes the Council Chamber at City Hall, Carpinteria Skate Park, the Community Library, Veterans Hall (AgeWell Center), and an avocado farm. After the tour, the Council will take public comment on the agenda item before adjourning.
- Tour of Carpinteria Skate Park (east of City Hall at 5775 Carpinteria Avenue)
- Tour of Carpinteria Community Library (5141 Carpinteria Avenue)
- Tour of Veterans Hall (941 Maple Avenue) and AgeWell Community Center
- Tour of Carpinteria Avocado Farm at the northeast corner of Via Real and Casitas Pass Road
- Public comment session after returning to City Hall Council Chamber at ~2:11 p.m.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding citywide zoning amendments to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element. The body will also receive a six-month status report on the Monte Vista off-leash dog park pilot program.
- Proposed ordinances for Program 1 (Adequate Sites to Accommodate Regional Housing Needs) of the 2023-2031 Housing Element
- Status report for Monte Vista Off-Leash Dog Park Temporary Use Permit (Project 23-2261-TUP)
- Review of Architectural Review Board meeting minutes from September 26, 2024
City Council
The Carpinteria City Council will approve the minutes from the October 14 meeting and receive several routine reports, including expenditures, contracts, treasurer and pension updates, and the first‑quarter department budget reports. A presentation on the status of the Carpinteria and Montecito libraries, with recommendations on Montecito Library joining the Carpinteria Community Library, will be received and filed. The Council will also adopt Resolution No. 6345, the Annual City Investment Policy, and receive the Q3 Code Compliance Report.
- Approve minutes of the regular meeting held October 14, 2024
- Receive and file expenditures report for October 7‑18, 2024
- Receive and file report of contracts executed August 6‑October 7, 2024
- Adopt Resolution No. 6345, receiving and filing the Annual City Investment Policy
- Receive and file presentation on the status of Carpinteria and Montecito Libraries
Architectural Review Board
The Architectural Review Board is reviewing proposed Objective Design Standards (ODS) for citywide multifamily and mixed-use developments. These standards aim to maintain the city's beach town character as part of the 2023-2031 Housing Element Program. The board is also considering a request for approval of existing fencing at 1455 Camellia Circle.
- Proposed Objective Design Standards (ODS) for multifamily and mixed-use developments (Project 24-2279-ORD/LCPA)
- Preliminary review of 'as-built' redwood fencing and gates (3.75 to 8 feet high) at 1455 Camellia Circle
- Proposed new zoning district Mixed Use (MU-20/25) requiring 20 to 25 dwelling units per acre
- Proposed downtown-specific design standards for sites fronting Linden or Carpinteria Avenues
City Council
The City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance regarding public sleeping and camping and a budget appropriation for road rehabilitation. The body will also review updated enforcement policies for no-camping regulations and a library system agreement.
- Budget appropriation of $402,564 for the 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Project
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 786 amending Municipal Code Section 8.20 regarding public sleeping and camping
- Updated Administrative Policy for Enforcement of No Camping Regulations (CMC 8.20 and 12.24)
- Amendment No. 1 to the agreement with The South Coast Community Media Access Center
- Revision of the Joint Powers Agency Agreement and bylaws for the Black Gold Cooperative Library System
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will approve minutes from previous meetings and consider several new public hearing items. These include 12‑month time extensions for residential projects at 4684 Seventh Street, 4818 Dorrance Way, and 4610 Fourth Street. The commission will also review a request for a 750‑sq‑ft equipment carport at 5775 Carpinteria Avenue and an amendment to the Safety Element to embed the citywide Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, which could make the city eligible for additional state assistance funding.
- Approve minutes of the September 3, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
- 12‑month time extension for Marquez Duplex addition at 4684 Seventh Street
- 12‑month time extension for Howard new residence at 4818 Dorrance Way
- Approval of a 750‑sq‑ft equipment carport at 5775 Carpinteria Avenue
- Amend Safety Element to incorporate the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan citywide
Architectural Review Board
The Architectural Review Board will consider preliminary and final reviews for two property projects. These include exterior updates to an apartment complex and a comprehensive renovation of a commercial building into a restaurant and event space.
- Preliminary/final review of landscaping and exterior paint for Driftwood Apartments at 141 & 155 Holly Avenue, including removal of 10 trees
- Preliminary review of The Palms Restaurant renovation at 701 Linden Avenue, including a rooftop bar and dining area
- Proposed 9,949 square foot floor area and 2,909 square foot patio area for the 701 Linden Avenue project
- Approval of Architectural Review Board meeting minutes from August 15, 2024
City Council
The Carpinteria City Council will consider several agenda items, including the first reading of Ordinance No. 786 that amends the municipal code on public sleeping and camping. Other items include approval of a special event permit for the 2024 California Avocado Festival, a first amendment to the Joint Executive Powers Agreement for the Groundwater Sustainability Agency, and a memorandum of understanding for the Santa Barbara County Regional SB 1383 Food Recovery Plan. The Council will also discuss options for the city’s street‑sweeping equipment program.
- Special Event Permit Application for the 2024 California Avocado Festival, with associated traffic control and street cleaning expenditures
- First Amendment to the Carpinteria Groundwater Sustainability Agency Joint Executive Powers Agreement
- Memorandum of Understanding for the 2025‑2027 Santa Barbara County Regional SB 1383 Food Recovery Plan
- First reading of Ordinance No. 786 amending CMC Section 8.20 on public sleeping and camping
- Decision on street‑sweeping equipment: continue rental, purchase pre‑owned equipment, or await electric equipment delivery
Planning Commission
The Carpinteria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a lot split and variance application for 435 Concha Loma Drive. The commission will also consider two consent calendar items approving minutes from the July 1 and August 5 meetings. Additional agenda items include reports from the Architectural Review Board, the city calendar for September, and planning activity updates.
- Approve minutes from the July 1, 2024 Planning Commission meeting (consent calendar)
- Approve minutes from the August 5, 2024 Planning Commission meeting (consent calendar)
- Public hearing on Ebeling‑Van Der Kar lot split (Project 23-2264‑TPM/VAR/CDP) at 435 Concha Loma Drive, including subdivision and variance requests
- Review Architectural Review Board meeting minutes from May 30, 2024 and July 11, 2024
- Presentation of the City calendar for September 2024
City Council
The Carpinteria City Council will consider authorizing bids for the Carpinteria Avenue Bridge Replacement Project and adopt a resolution updating the Fire Protection Mitigation Fee Schedule. The meeting also includes a discussion on the potential acquisition of a community center and a report on pursuing charter city status.
- Authorize bids for Carpinteria Avenue Bridge Replacement Project
- Adopt Fire Protection Mitigation Fee Schedule update
- Review signs for Harbor Seal Rookery
- Discuss acquisition of 801 Linden Avenue for Community Center
- Receive report on pursuing charter city status
Architectural Review Board
The Architectural Review Board will hold a public meeting on August 15, 2024 to consider three project applications. The board will review the Eugenia Sign Program for a sign plan at 1145 Eugenia Place. It will also review a Dish Wireless telecommunications facility proposal at 6267 Carpinteria Avenue, which includes six 8‑foot antennas and related equipment. Finally, the board will consider a mixed‑use redevelopment at 4745 Carpinteria Avenue that proposes a 24‑unit apartment complex and commercial space.
- Eugenia Sign Program – sign plan for 1145 Eugenia Place (Project 24-2301-ARB/SIGN)
- Dish Wireless Telecommunications Facility – six 8‑foot antennas and rooftop equipment at 6267 Carpinteria Avenue (Project 24-2292-CUP/CDP/ARB)
- 4745 Carpinteria Avenue Mixed‑Use Project – 24‑unit, 31,026 sq ft apartment complex and commercial building (Project 23-2221-DP/CDP/ARB)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a project to partially demolish a 2,233 square-foot home and build a new 3,041 square-foot two-story residence. The body will decide on a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit for the site.
- Public hearing for Mayer Residence Remodel & Additions at 5557 Calle Arena
- Review of Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit for Project # 22-2183-CUP/CDP/ARB
- Consideration of CEQA Exemptions pursuant to §15301, §15302, and §15332
City Council
The City Council, Planning Commission, and Architectural Review Board will meet for a training session on the land use planning process. The session covers the roles of city officials and staff, land use regulations, and how to craft legal findings. There are no action items for decision at this meeting.
- Training on General Plan/Local Coastal Plan and Zoning Code regulations
- Discussion on legislative versus quasi-adjudicative land use decisions
- Review of roles for City Council, Planning Commission, and Architectural Review Board
Architectural Review Board
The Carpinteria Architectural Review Board will conduct reviews for several residential development projects. These include a duplex addition on Dorrance Way, a new residence on Calle Arena, and a garage and spa construction on Sawyer Avenue.
- Final review of a second-story addition and garage conversion at 4788 & 4792 Dorrance Way
- Continued preliminary review for a new single-family residence at 5559 Calle Arena
- Preliminary and final review for a new garage and spa at 4975 Sawyer Avenue
- Approval of the May 30, 2024, meeting minutes