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On January 13, 2026, Santa Barbara City Council adopted a Rent Freeze ordinance and amended the Just Cause ordinance following hours of public testimony and Council deliberation. Both measures were presented as interim actions while the City works toward a permanent rent stabilization program.

Stories/Information:

• December Closures
• Housing Crisis Ad Hoc Committee Recommendations Go Forward to Santa Barbara City Council
• Did you Miss the Insurance Update?
• 2025 New Laws
• News You May Have Missed

In this issue you will find information about:

Stories/Information:

• City of Santa Barbara Considers Banning Open House Signs in Public Right of Way
• State Legislative Update
• Federal Legislative Update
• Be Part of the Solution: Annual Recruitment for City of Santa Barbara Advisory Groups
• Join C.A.R. officers for a virtual townhall to hear why Prop 33 is a threat to CA homeowners
• News You May Have Missed