Residents warn single-exit Redtail proposal risks evacuations and parking gridlock
Aug 25, 2026
Dozens of Carpinteria residents urged the council to press the county and developer for changes to the proposed Redtail (Red Veil/Red Tail) housing project, saying its single egress and limited parking could overwhelm nearby streets and impede wildfire evacuations. Supervisor Daisy said the county is responsible for the project but agreed to publish more information and hold a Sept. 17 city–county meeting on impact fees.
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Dozens of residents from Casitas Village, Villa Del Mar and surrounding neighborhoods told the Carpinteria City Council on Aug. 24 that the proposed Redtail housing development at the end of Baylard Avenue would create serious safety and parking problems.
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