Santa Barbara Votes on Rent Stabilization

Santa Barbara’s City Council prepares to vote on a bold rent stabilization plan set to cap annual rent hikes at 3%—or 60% of the CPI, whichever is lower—starting January 2027. The proposal creates a new oversight board, establishes a rental registry, and introduces formal petition processes for both landlords and tenants, while exempting newer builds, condos, and certain housing types. With an estimated $2M annual cost and a pending fee study, the plan faces legal challenges from a rental association over a current rent freeze—but the city presses ahead to curb rising costs and protect renters. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/402da8e8e1344ac0