Goleta City Council Approves General Plan Amendment for Calle Real Business Park

The Goleta City Council took significant steps towards enhancing local safety and zoning regulations during their meeting on July 15, 2025. A key resolution was adopted to amend the general plan and zoning map for a 3.56-acre site on Calle Real, transitioning it from office and industrial use to a business park designation. This change aims to better align land use with community needs and economic development goals.

During the meeting, council members expressed concerns regarding traffic safety, particularly the potential hazards posed by large vehicles backing out onto Calle Real. Residents voiced their desire for improved access and safer streets, highlighting the importance of reciprocal access easements that could alleviate these issues. Council members acknowledged the ongoing safety concerns and encouraged communication between property owners to explore solutions collaboratively.

The council's decision to approve the zoning amendment is expected to facilitate future development while addressing community safety. Additionally, a community workshop titled "Know Your Rights" is scheduled for July 20 at the Goleta Community Center, aiming to engage residents in local governance and rights awareness.

This meeting underscored the council's commitment to balancing development with public safety, setting the stage for ongoing discussions about community infrastructure and land use in Goleta.