The Goleta City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting amendments to the General Plan and zoning code, 5:30 p.m. April 2.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on this topic on Feb. 26, and recommended adoption to the City Council. That meeting is available to view on the City website.
The proposed amendments include:
• Housing Element 2023-2031 Implementation related to the Approval Needed for Mixed-Use Housing, Height Standards, Lot Coverage Standards, Shared Parking Approvals, Inclusionary Housing Procedures, and Emergency Shelters.

• Revisions to ensure state law consistency related to Density Bonus, Electrical Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations, and Accessory Dwelling Units.

• Minor revisions related to Planned Residential (RP) Zone District Street Side Setbacks, Allowances for Boarding Kennels, Sign Materials, Sign Area Allowances, Development Thresholds for Minor Changes to Zoning Permits, Permit Exemptions for Certain Interior Floor Area Expansions, and Expiration and Time Extensions for Substantial Conformity Determinations and Amendments.
The full agenda, including staff reports and documents, will be posted at least 72 hours before the hearing on the city’s website. Information on how to participate in the public hearing will be included in the agenda.
For inquiries in Spanish, call Marcos Martinez, 805-562-5500 or email mmartinez@cityofgoleta.org.