Frequently Asked Questions | Permits

Introduction

This page links you to some common questions on the District’s permit process and related functions, and the answers to those questions. Our intent is to allow you to gain more insight into the permit process so as to make the process more efficient and user-friendly. If you have additional questions you would like to see posted here, please e-mail us at [email protected]. More business-related information is available on the Business Assistance page.

By clicking on the categories below, you will go to different sections of our website. To return to this page, you can use the “Back” button of you browser or find it under the Business > Permits & Engineering path at the left and bottom of every page, or under Programs > Business > Permits & Engineering from the top pull-down menu. This page is found under Permits and Engineering – Information – FAQs.

For more information or assistance, call the Engineering Division (805) 979-8050, or e-mail [email protected]

Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District will be closed December 25 through January 1, reopening on January 2, 2026.

If you experience an air quality emergency during this time, dial 9-1-1 to reach first responders. For non-urgent matters, you can send a message via our website: https://www.ourair.org/contact-us/. We look forward to working with you in the new year. Happy Holidays!

El Distrito de Control de la Contaminación del Aire del Condado de Santa Bárbara estará cerrado del 25 de diciembre hasta el 1 de enero y reabrirá el 2 de enero del 2026. Si tiene una emergencia de calidad del aire durante este tiempo, marque al 9-1-1 para comunicarse con los primeros auxilios. Para asuntos que no sean urgentes, puede enviar un mensaje a través de nuestra página de internet: https://www.ourair.org/contacto/?lang=es. Esperamos trabajar con usted en el nuevo año. ¡Felices Fiestas!