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Harbor implements vessel-insurance requirement; staff reports early compliance and 60-day grace period

Santa Barbara Harbor Commission · January 16, 2026
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Summary

A new ordinance/harbor policy requiring vessel insurance took effect Jan. 1; by Jan. 15 the waterfront had received over 500 proofs of insurance and Harbor Patrol canvassing found 75%+ compliance in mooring/anchorage areas. Owners have 60 days to show proof before staff pursues enforcement actions including termination of slips for noncompliance.

The Harbor Commission received an update Jan. 22 on a new vessel-insurance requirement that took effect Jan. 1 for all vessels moored in the harbor, anchorage and mooring fields. Waterfront Director Mike Wilshire said staff had received more than 500 valid proofs of insurance by Jan. 15 and estimated about 45% of slip holders had submitted documentation in…

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