Citizens Planning Association
of Santa Barbara County
County-wide advocates for wise, sustainable land-use.
Our Mission Statement
Citizens Planning Association (CPA) is a nonprofit grassroots organization that focuses on countywide land use issues. We advocate for the best standards of design and natural resource protection in order to maintain sustainable communities and protect the heritage of Santa Barbara County.
To further this mission we inform, educate, and engage with residents and decision makers; encourage citizen involvement; and serve as a watchdog for our priority objectives.
Latest Monday Speaker Series
Meredith Hendricks, Executive Director, The Land Trust Santa Barbara, March 2, 2026
Monday Speaker Series
Monday February 2nd, 12 noon via Zoom
Join CPA’s February Speakers Series this Monday at noon featuring Sigrid Wright, Executive Director of the Community Environmental Council (CEC) as she updates us on current projects and the Earth Day 2026 Festival. Register via Zoom here.
About Us
We are a nonprofit grassroots organization focusing on countywide land use issues.
We advocate for the best standards of design and natural resource protection in order to maintain sustainable communities and protect the heritage of Santa Barbara County.
Events
Monthly Events
1st Monday: Speakers Series, noon via zoom
1st Thursday: North County Land Use Committee Meeting: locations vary
2nd Wednesday: Board Meeting at the office or zoom
4th Wednesday: South County Land Use Committee Meeting: CPA office at noon
Get Involved
As a grassroots organization, to be strong and effective we need membership involvement.
There are a variety of opportunities to help make a difference in our community through volunteering at CPA.
The CPA Report for September 2025 is online.
Latest Letter
Recent Letters
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CPA Urges Legislative Committees to Support SB 417, the Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2026
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Call for Information and Nominations for Southern and Central California Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Lease Sales Proposed in the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program
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CPA Supports More Affordable Units at Paseo Nuevo. Council Agrees
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CPA Points Out Many Issues with the Paseo Nuevo Proposal at a Recent Planning Commission Meeting
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CPA Agrees 1609 Grand Ave. Needs Full EIR
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CPA Supports Neighbors' Appeal of Huge 90 Unit Milpas Project