Santa Barbara Independent Real Estate 5/23/24

ADDRESS: 803 Bath Street

STATUS: On the market

PRICE: $2,695,000

Revisiting the Craftsman on the Corner

I’ve written about a lot of local houses. Sometimes, I’ll walk into a house and be unsure whether I’ve been there before. When I visited the historic Craftsman home at 803 Bath Street this week, however, there was no confusion. Instead, I had a familiar sense of nostalgia mixed with pleasant anticipation, because I was walking through the front door of an old friend.

Built in 1906, this home sits on the prominent downtown corner of Bath and De la Guerra streets. I wrote about it in 2016 and fell in love with its wide front porch, charming upstairs balcony, and the original vintage details throughout. Stepping across the threshold for the first time felt like I had traveled back to the early 20th century. Visiting a second time eight years later only intensified that sensation.

The house has all of my favorite Craftsman features, including an awesome, oversized covered front porch that runs the entire length of the home’s facade, covered by the sweeping eaves of the roof. When I saw it for the first time, I noted that the porch was sure to be used year-round. In the ensuing years, lush landscaping has been added to increase the feeling of privacy. Even though you’re right downtown, you’ve got a secluded outdoor dining room in your front yard. Just inside the front door, the living and dining room hold court at the front of the house, separated by hidden pocket doors. Built-in cabinetry and matching window seats show off the original gleaming wood. I smiled as I admired these classic features all over again, especially the concentrically patterned hardwood floors in these two rooms. Their obvious craftsmanship is well worth an encore of appreciation.

The kitchen is beyond the dining room, and a bedroom and one bath round out the downstairs floor plan. The remaining three bedrooms and two baths lie upstairs, along with my favorite feature: a huge balcony accessed

by both front bedrooms. This veranda provides a perfect lounging spot high above the neighborhood, and it echoes the front porch as an extension of living space to bring the outside in.

Throughout the house, immense improvements have been made since I last visited. Dual-paned windows have replaced the originals, and full-house air conditioning has been installed, adding quiet and comfort while staying true to the original look and feel. Even bigger changes include a newly built, architecturally equivalent garage, plus a new interior staircase leading down to the basement, which has been finished to create ample additional living space. Additional history has been uncovered as well.

used his horse-drawn cart to bring loads of sand up from the beach to use at the site of the home as it was being constructed.

In 2016, I noted what a marvel it was that all the fine shaping and finish work would have been done by hand at the turn of the century. Since then, historical documents and photographs have been uncovered, showing that the first owner of the house was a grocer named JC Kenney.

Revisiting 803 Bath Street really was like getting together with an old friend. All the qualities that I looked forward to were on full display, and the years since we last spent time together revealed changes that made me appreciate the good old days even more.

Kenney

by Sarah Sinclair

MAKE MYSELF AT HOME

RAFAEL BAUTISTA

Members of the Kenney family at 803 Bath Street, circa 1908

1730 ANACAPA STREET | SANTA BARBARA $4,950,000

For sale for only the 2nd time in 80 years, this iconic 1888 Santa Barbara residence has been elegantly enhanced and expanded for today’s living. The stately grounds feature a spectacular signature oak tree adding beauty and presence, while the house is set back from and above the street for privacy and quiet. The home’s layout combines traditional high-ceiling common rooms on the entry-level leading to a spacious newer kitchen and family room. The primary bedroom is also conveniently on the entry level, and has been expanded into a modern-sized suite. The 0.58-acre estate offers multiple outdoor areas for entertaining, dining and relaxation, including a large rear deck, roof terrace and several manicured garden spaces. A detached 3-car garage has been newly rebuilt with a legal ADU above. As the 1st estate property at the gateway to the prestigious Upper East, a new owner will be only 4-5 blocks to downtown Santa Barbara’s fine dining, theaters, museums and parks. Come tour this amazing property and home in an A++ location.

INTRODUCING

Village Properties proudly introduces its new commercial real estate division, Village Properties Commercial Group.

Backed by a team of seasoned agents with longstanding experience representing multifamily, mixed-use, and land assets, we offer clients a holistic approach encompassing their homes as well as their commercial ventures.

HOME IS OUR FAVORITE DESTINATION

HOPE RANCH

THE RICHARDSON TEAM

“We consider ourselves very fortunate to work with Mike Richardson and his son Kyle Richardson. Not only were they exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable, but at every step of the decision process and ultimately our recent purchase, they were looking out for our best interests as we searched for the right property in Santa Barbara. Mike and Kyle understood issues that we would never have known about as an out-of-state buyer. Their attention to every detail along the way has been nothing short of exceptional.

Mike has built a successful business as an independent broker and local real estate investor and has been a resident of Santa Barbara for over 40 years. His experience and wisdom covers the spectrum from intimately knowing neighborhoods to understanding building construction and maintenance, and environmental and geological considerations of every house we saw. It’s wonderful to see how he has imparted his wisdom to Kyle.

Perhaps a telling sign about their reputation was an unsolicited comment from a listing agent during an open house. While Kyle was doing a Zoom call on the property for my wife who was unable to attend in person, I chatted with the host broker. He told me that the Richardson’s were among a very small group of Santa Barbara brokers with the highest levels of both knowledge and integrity. I couldn’t agree more with that broker.

The Richardson’s exceptional service hasn’t ended with the transaction. They have coordinated all of the trades who are performing much needed updating and renovation to the home we purchased. I look forward to working with them on future real estate investment opportunities.”

$1,525,000

Lower Riviera Spanish Fixer

3 Bedroom/1 Bathroom/1,444 SF Ocean Views

Step into the charm of this 1923 Spanish-style Lower Riviera home. Nestled in the gentrifying Eastside Chiquita/Casitas corridor, this fixer-upper offers generous room sizes, glimpses of the ocean, and classic arched doorways. The oak floors exude warmth, while the spacious 8,376 sq. ft. lot provides ample room for backyard family parties, or an ADU, enhancing its investment potential. The existing garage, once an apartment, adds versatility. With its solid bones, raised foundation and perfect location, this home is ripe for transformation. Imagine adding a second story to capture even more stunning ocean views—making this not just a home, but a wise investment. Call Scott Williams for more information on this property.

Bike Path

528 Casitas Road

Stearns Wharf

OPEN HOUSES

Goleta

385 Northgate Drive Unit C, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 12-2, $815,000, Village Properties, Justin Corrado 805-4519969, DRE#01356799

380 San Ricardo Dr, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 1-4 Sun 10-1, $969,000, Village Properties, David Marchetti / Mandy Gocong 805-637-4160 / 805-6984457, DRE#02007487 / #02219541

89 St George Pl, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3, $1,489,777, Champion Real Estate, Paul Woyak 805-757-9773, DRE#01025120

5368 Traci Drive, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,549,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jacob Delson / Beth Goodman, Bartron Group 805-5587251 / 805-455-1909, DRE#02041682 / #00966870

530 Dalton Way, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3, $1,565,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sue Irwin 805-705-6973, DRE#01413354

San Roque

3279 Foothill Road, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 1-3, $1,695,000, Village Properties, Gabe Grandcolas 805-4504723, DRE#02136492

3512 Madrona Drive, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 1-3, $2,150,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katinka Goertz 805-708-9616, DRE#01871645

The Mesa

1710 Cliff Drive, 3BD, 1BA, Sun 1-4, $1,699,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ty Whelehan 805-471-0993, DRE#02008932

714 Surf View, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 12-3, $1,849,000, Village Properties, Pat Saraca / James Sanchez 805-886-7426 / 805-4481148, DRE#01080801 / #02003319 922 Fellowship Road, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 2-4, $2,495,000, Village Properties, Pat Saraca 805-886-7426, DRE#01080801

Hope Ranch

4450 Via Esperanza, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $5,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Team Scarborough 805331-1465, DRE#01182792 Mission Canyon

987 Cheltenham Road, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 11-4, $2,500,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Thalia Kerstiens / Lisa E Franklin 805-705-2693 / 805-403-6393, DRE#02180975 / #02179188

2929 Selwyn Circle, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-4, $3,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katinka Goertz 805-708-9616, DRE#01871645

The Riviera

821 & 823 E Pedregosa St, 7BD, 6BA, Sat & Sun 2-4, $3,995,000, Village Properties, Scott Tisdale / Julie Barnes 805-722-8582 / 805-895-9498, DRE#01729503 / #01107109

900 Moreno Road, 4BD, 4BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1-4, $3,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Charlie Bogue / Lorie Bartron, Bartron Real Estate Group 805-837-4213 / 805-689-4613, DRE#01005021

Santa Barbara

620 W Carrillo Street Unit B, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 2-5, $819,000, EXP Realty of California Inc., Kimberly Rockwell 805698-8848, DRE#01482947

875 Cieneguitas Road, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 1-4, $959,000, EXP Realty of California Inc., Kathleen Barnato / Kimberly Rockwell 805-570-3366 / 805-698-8848, DRE#0978386 / #01482947

5041 Rhoads Avenue Unit D, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-4, $1,178,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Geena Bouche 760-2130769, DRE#02218702

306 1/2 E Anapamu Street, 2BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,195,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ty Welehan / Brooke Fraser 805-471-0993 / 805-550-8601, DRE#01372928 / #01968328

428 Via Rosa Unit A, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,195,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets 805-7082323, DRE#02061444

575 Lorraine Avenue, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4, $1,299,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lyndsey Jones 805-680-2856, DRE#02125898

4400 Shadow Hills Circle Unit L, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,349,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jason Anderson 805-284-5234, DRE#02181545

178 El Sueno Rd, 2BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,369,000, Village Properties, Lynette Naour 805-705-6539, DRE#01035763

2737 Miradero Drive, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,395,000, Compass, Nicole Dinkelacker 805-570-8444, DRE#01353418

5206 University Drive, 4BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $1,450,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jeanne Palumbo 805-6891968, DRE#00620622

3704 Cordero Drive, 4BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4, $1,650,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sarita Vasquez 805-729-1115, DRE#02232751

3241 Lucinda Lane, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $1,900,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Danielle Darin 805-618-5805, DRE#02222700

533 Conejo, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sun 1-3, $2,097,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Robert Kemp 805-259-6318, DRE#01246412

116 W Los Olivos Street, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $2,275,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sue Irwin 805-705-6973, DRE#02008932

1483 Camino Rio Verde, 4BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 2-4, $2,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Michelle Madril 805-4530927, DRE#01961707

2827-2829 Serena Road, 4BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $2,399,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lyndsey Jones 805-6802856, DRE#02125898

751 Skyview Drive, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-4, $3,388,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lori Akers 805-895-8962, DRE#01081260

936 Camino Del Retiro, 6BD, 4BA, Sun 1-3, $3,795,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Felipe Saffie 805-705-2431, DRE#01726170

1121 Las Alturas Road, 4BD, 5BA, Sat 2-4, $5,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Erin Beck 805-708-0446, DRE#01488548

Upper East

1310 Olive Street, 4BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $2,275,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Leanna Georges 805-7469006, DRE#02174031

Montecito

1321-A Danielson Road, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jon Comin / Joe Stubbins 805-689-3078 / 805-729-0778, DRE#0628741 / #01002182

380 Sheffield Dr, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4:30, $3,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Bruce Fisher 805-570-1679, DRE#00879404

1666 San Leandro Lane, 3BD, 4BA, Sat 12-1:30 & Sun 2-4, $5,000,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Scott Williams 805-451-9300, DRE#00628741

1122 Camino Viejo Road, 3BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 12-6, $5,200,000, Village Properties, Shawn Poindexter 805826-1762, DRE#02222632

975 Mariposa Lane, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sun 1-3, $6,450,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, JJ Gobbell 805-403-5785, DRE#02063124

1545 Ramona Lane, 5BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $7,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Patrice Serrani 805-6375112, DRE#01764713

Carpinteria

4700 Sandyland Road #35, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $995,000, Village Properties, Curtis Swan II 805-6079709, DRE#02049218

3375 Foothill Road #634, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2, $1,099,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sharon Jordano 805-2802055, DRE#02195847

Santa Ynez Valley

30 Via Reposa, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 11-2, $420,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Deanna Harwood 805-325-1452, DRE#00999839

154 Oak Hill Dr (Lompoc), 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 12-3, $525,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Glynnis Mullenary 805705-5206, DRE#01748187

185 Main Street, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat 12-3, $979,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Vivien Alexander 805-689-6683, DRE#01421934

1190 N Refugio Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 11-1, $1,999,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Rachel Mosti 414-687-0740, DRE#02225999

2620 Janin Way, 5BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $2,175,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Bill Coker 805-689-7415, DRE#00825468

990 Fredensborg Canyon Rd, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3, $2,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Laura Drammer / Daulton Wolf 805-448-7500 / 805-757-6797, DRE#01209580 / #02202805

1729 Cottonwood Ln, 4BD, 4BA, Sun 1-3, $2,600,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammy Pinoli 805-452-9725, DRE#02074002

2355 Hidden Hills, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2, $2,950,000, Village Properties, Emily Hemming / Lynn Golden 805350-1235, DRE#02217612

5300 Baseline Ave, 3BD, 4BA, Sat 12-3, $4,250,000, Village Properties, Michelle Glaus 805-452-0446, DRE#01921235

Experience luxury condo living at Estancia on Santa Barbara’s Upper State Street. This exquisite 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom penthouse unit on the third floor offers breathtaking mountain views from every window and patio. Accessible via a nearby elevator from a spacious two-car garage with EV charger, this 1,627 squarefoot condo, built in 2019, features elegant wood and tile floors, upgraded lighting, custom electric window treatments, and a coveted Andalusian floor plan. Enjoy exceptional privacy with stucco walls enclosing the balconies, a spacious primary bath with dual vanities and a soaking tub, and a Juliet balcony in the primary bedroom. Modern comforts include a tankless water heater, air conditioning, and a dedicated laundry room. Seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living with folding glass doors leading to two balconies, lush landscaping, and Spanish-style architecture throughout the community. Located in the Monte Vista school district and steps from Whole Foods, this residence offers unmatched convenience and a vibrant Santa Barbara lifestyle.

DISCOVER UNTAPPED POTENTIAL

RANCHO DEL CIERVO | SANTA BARBARA, CA

First time on the market since 1976. Discover the untapped potential of this unique fixer-upper nestled in the serene Rancho Del Ciervo neighborhood. Set on over a half-acre lot, this property offers a rare blend of country tranquility and convenient access to amenities, all within the acclaimed Mt. View School District. Large living room with fireplace, formal dining, family room, den/office & 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. With a little TLC, this home has endless possibilities to become your dream retreat. Outside, the expansive rear yard offers endless possibilities. Seize this moment to unlock the full spectrum of possibilities and make this property your own!

JEFF OIEN REALTOR

Situated in one of the most sought-after locations in this gated 55+ resort community of Rancho Santa Barbara, this move-in ready home built in 2005 is light and bright, boasting numerous windows bringing in an abundance of natural light and gorgeous mountain views. Elegant kitchen finishes include stone countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The open floorplan is accentuated by vaulted ceilings, living room with fireplace & mountain views, dining area open to the large kitchen. The spacious primary bedroom features a sumptuous bath with soaking tub, separate shower and dual sinks. Complete with a private carport with storage shed and fantastic community amenities including heated pool/spa, clubhouse with library, private gym, golf course and fenced dog park. NEW CENTRAL A/C!

3265 ACAMPO ROAD, LOS OLIVOS CA 93441

20± ACRE PARCEL | OFFERED AT $1,895,000

Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Los Olivos, this beautiful 20+/-acre parcel offers an unparalleled opportunity to create your dream estate. Breathtaking, 360° views of gently rolling hills, Grass Mountain, and Ballard Canyon present a rare and romantic canvas for those seeking privacy, tranquility, and convenience. Mature oak trees lace the landscape and give perspective to long sightlines while direct access to miles of equestrian trails offers a unique way to take in the natural beauty. Approved plans and a Land Use Permit for a 4,400 sf Main Residence, Guest House, Detached Garage, Pool, a shared well, and electric/natural gas to the site let you create your legacy in the Santa Barbara wine country sooner than you thought. Just ¾ mile to charming downtown Los Olivos and 35 minutes to Santa Barbara, this is the ideal location in the Valley! No HOA.

Single-Level Hedgerow Estate

$5,000,000 1666SanLeandroLane

3 Bedroom/4 Bathroom/3,653 Sq Ft 471 Sq Ft Guest House & 533 Sq Ft Art Studio

Located in the desirable Montecito Hedgerow district is an exciting opportunity for personalization and rejuvenation. This property includes a single level 3,650 SF ranch-style house built in 1955 , a versatile 471 SF guest house (with a separate driveway) and a rare naturally lit 533 SF detached artist’s studio. The outdoor space includes a pool and spa, perfect for entertaining against the backdrop of mountain views. The verdant garden includes lavender, artichokes and a lawn leading to citrus trees that add natural beauty and fragrance. A prime location, ample space, and potential for improvement, this Montecito property offers a chance to create an exceptional estate tailored to your preferences and lifestyle. Call Scott Williams for more information on this property. Guest House 1BD/1BA + Office Art Studio/Gym

Human Rights Watch Raises $900,000

On May 5, the Santa Barbara Committee of Human Rights Watch hosted its annual Voices of Justice event. Held at idyllic Lotusland, the event netted $900,000 for the work of its affiliated international nonprofit, Human Rights Watch (HRW).

The 300 guests enjoyed a mid-afternoon garden stroll, followed by a reception and program on the Great Lawn. HRW Executive Director Tirana Hassan addressed the gathering, noting that the rise of autocratic rulers who know that abuses thrive in darkness means that HRW is needed now more than ever. She explained how the nonprofit gathers evidence through interviews with survivors, witnesses, and even perpetrators, and supplements this by mining all other information to build an irrefutable factual foundation.

Hassan detailed how HRW sent teams to investigate both the October 7 attacks in Israel and Israel’s assault on Gaza. HRW is seeking to use the influence it has with both sides to minimize harm to civilians in real time and to build a case for justice in the future.

In Ukraine, Hassan related, HRW showed how Russian strikes on infrastructure and the civilian population cut people off from water, heat, and medical care. Last month, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for two of Russia’s top military leaders over these attacks.

HRW Digital Investigations Lab Director Sam Dubberley explained that HRW is a leader in a growing movement that uses and develops open-source investigation techniques and technologies to hold power to account. He detailed how this allows HRW to draw attention to abuses otherwise ignored, including the mass killings of Ethiopian migrants by Saudi Arabia at its border with Yemen. In that case, HRW uncovered 350 photos and videos on social media, analyzed satellite imagery, and interviewed victims. Its report galvanized media attention and, Dubberly related, international pressure that ended the killings.

In making the ask of donors before him, Dubberly posited: What if HRW could do more with AI? With the financial resources, Dubberly pitched, HRW can use AI to get behind closed borders and more frequently expose the lies of autocrats.

HRW Middle East and North Africa Division Director Lama Fakih shared the core areas of her team’s work: phasing out the use of existing fossil fuels and halting new production;

protecting the most vulnerable people affected; and defending climate rights activists.

Fakih explained that these priorities reflect the interconnectedness of civil and political rights on the one hand and effective climate activism on the other. HRW seeks to show the abuses of this industry and how fossil-fuel-producing countries are using their economic gains to perpetuate more abuses.

She pointed to an HRW report issued last December on the fossil-fuel industry in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) contributing to toxic air pollution, which was having egregious impacts on the health of residents. Those affected, according to Fakih, face repression and detention if they speak out. Migrants make up 88 percent of the population in the UAE and bear the brunt of these impacts.

Antonia Juhasz, HRW senior researcher, Environment and Human Rights Division, discussed HRW’s recent report on Cancer Alley in Louisiana, which detailed a community ravaged by cancer from industrial air pollution that stood at a rate seven times the national average. The research also documented the extreme toll in terms of respiratory ailments and maternal, reproductive, and newborn health harms. It exposed the legacy of extreme racism among generations of government regulators, leading to a concentration of industrial facilities in Black communities.

Juhasz pointed to HRW’s critical role, in general, of providing research to elevate voices of those on the front lines. She quoted a Cancer Alley victim who related that “she had never been invited into so many living rooms in Louisiana until after the HRW report was released.” That report was shared with the Biden Administration, which recently rolled out some key rules, including some recommended by HRW in its report.

After the sobering presentations, Maroon 5’s Adam Levine lightened the mood, delighting guests with a couple of songs. A supper reception and a performance by The Voice’s Lila Forde followed.

The Santa Barbara Committee raises awareness of human rights issues, generating financial support for HRW’s mission. In addition to the Voices for Justice event, the S.B. Committee hosts an HRW researcher a few times each year to speak with supporters and is planning more involvement locally. HRW, which accepts no government funding, has more than 600 staff covering more than 100 countries.

SOCIETY MATTERS Text and photos by Gail Arnold

S.B. Committee Executive Team Co-Chair Rita Moya, S.B. Committee Director Tricia Murdoch, Human Rights Watch Executive Director Tirana Hassan, and S.B. Committee Executive Team Co-Chair Graciela Montgomery

Lizzy Fallows, lead sponsor Wendy Schmidt (Schmidt Family Foundation), and Human Rights Watch Board Co-Chair Amy Rao

S.B. Committee Members and Event Co-Chairs Carol Sacks and Jeanne Newman

S.B. Committee Co-Founder and Co-Chair Vicki Riskin and S.B. Committee Member David Rintels

Sasha Razor, S.B. Committee Executive Team Vice Chair Roman Baratiak, and Taras Tsymbal

Single-Level Home In Sunrise Village

5368 Traci Drive – Offered at $1,549,000

Nestled amongst the trees and gardens is this single level home which has undergone significant renovations making it a haven of modern comfort and style. Nearly everything is “new” and a delight for the senses.

Natural light illuminates the 1500+ sq ft 3 bedroom, 2 bath of serene living spaces which feature new flooring, vaulted ceilings, recessed lighting and a plethora of custom upgrades. The heart of the home is the spacious great room, featuring dining area, living room, kitchen and access to two private patios, perfect for enjoying Santa Barbara’s indoor/outdoor lifestyle. The updated kitchen is bathed in light from skylights and a window to the interior patio. The primary bedroom suite is a true retreat, with a newly renovated bathroom, generous walk-in closet and a third private patio. On the opposite wing, two additional bedrooms with another beautiful bathroom. Enjoy the attached interior access 2-car garage with laundry, work space, a wall of storage closets and new epoxy floors.

This home is perfectly situated for families & professionals alike. Located in the esteemed Kellogg School District, close to shopping, easy access to UCSB, Santa Barbara Airport and more. Community amenities including lush grounds, pool, tennis court, play area, BBQ area with picnic tables—truly an oasis to call home.

Big Carbon Emitters Can No Longer Avoid Accountability

Since the Paris climate agreement, created in 2016, a mere 57 oil, gas, coal, and cement companies are producing 80 percent of greenhouse-gas emissions. Starting in 2013, the Carbon Majors Database began organizing and analyzing emissions’ data and allocating them to specific companies. Notwithstanding the Paris pledges of governments to cut greenhouse gases (GHG), these analyses show that most mega-

producers increased their extraction of fossil fuels and the concomitant emissions over the prior years in the seven years since the accord.

Nevertheless, the Carbon Majors research is changing the narrative about responsibility for the climate crisis, if not yet the behavior, by squarely apportioning exact percentages of emissions to the giant producers. Satellites can now pinpoint the location and amount of GHG emissions

GOING GREEN

by Dennis Allen

being released anywhere on the planet, even as small as methane leaks from pipelines. Naming the offenders shifts the focus from consumers who are forced by government and corporate policy to rely on oil and gas to the producers.

Even though the Biden Administration has done more to address climate change than any other government, it has also made the United Stated by far the biggest oil and gas producer in the world. It has granted licenses to many new exploratory projects. This is despite the stark warning by the International Energy Agency that no new oil and gas fields can be opened if the planet is to keep to moderate global warming.

The most surprising trend presented by the Carbon Majors is the major growth of state-owned producers: China, India, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Iran. China now accounts for more than a quarter of all greenhouse-gas emissions. ExxonMobil

is the largest contributor among investorowned corporations.

Because emissions are now being accurately attributed to each producer, the information is starting to appear on billboards, naming the culprits. Increasingly, it is being cited in legal challenges and is helping launch campaigns to force polluters to pay a percentage of profits into a fund to offset costs from devastating floods, wildfires, and heat waves.

Another piece of good news is the landmark legal decision in Montana for a group of young environmental activists establishing their constitutional right to a clean and healthy environment. The case, a first, was brought against state authorities for allowing unrestrained fossil-fuel production. Montana is a major coal producer with huge oil and gas reserves. The decision centered on whether the state’s policies were causing irreversible climate injuries. Although it is a state court verdict, it is having reverberations far beyond state lines. The ruling declares that environmental protection is a fundamental right and that governments can be held accountable for not upholding this right.

Dennis Allen is chair of Allen Construction, an employee-owned company committed to building and operating sustainably. He also serves as chair of the Dean’s Council at the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management at UCSB and as a boardmember of the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES

BUELLTON/SOLVANG

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CARPINTERIA RODRIGUEZ JASON EU JOHNSON PETER EA

HICKEY BROS LAND CO WOODSEA LLC

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CIELO AZUL TCP LLC

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GOLETA STOVESAND KIRK EA DON LEE FARMS ORGANIC RESEARCH

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KATZ NICOLE

SPEER JARED EA

ALESSANDRA

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$1,720,000 5/17/24 930 COLLEGE CANYON RD

$1,625,000 5/17/24 1093 HOLLY AVE

$1,000,000 5/17/24 5042 SEVENTH ST

$4,600,000 5/15/24 4925 SANDYLAND RD F

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MAANDA

RICHARD EA

ALYSSA $1,246,000 5/14/24 2090 CLIFF DR RAI SHAUN EA

KOCHENDORFER ROY EA

KOZITZA GEORGE EA

HERSOM KIMBERLY EA

HANDLER JASON EA

PALIUS ALEXIS EA

CHOCKER MANJEET EA LEE CHI EA

$4,215,000 5/14/24 1442 SAN MIGUEL AVE

$2,305,000 5/15/24 606 CALLE PALO COLORAD

$2,140,000 5/14/24 407 PASEO DEL DESCANSO

$2,425,000 5/17/24 3417 CHUPAROSA DR

MURPHY LORRAINE RE HOLDINGS $1,560,000 5/14/24 316 ARGONNE CIR

PINKERTON MARK

FARRIS TRUST EA

SANTA MARIA MAYBERRY MARK EU

PADILLA TASHA EA

MORENO ARMANDO EA

LEAL TIMOTHY

LEMONS WILLIAM EA

STOVALL NANDANIE

$3,000,000 5/15/24 740 PADERNO CT

$1,380,000 5/17/24 3 LA VENTA DR

DERANGO EUGENE EU $650,000 5/16/24 1321 RICE RANCH RD

GARCIA ANDRES EA

$771,000 5/16/24 363 CRESCENT AVE

WILSON MADALYNN EU $750,000 5/17/24 5285 SYCAMORE CREEK CT

ELZEIN KAREEM EA $885,000 5/17/24 932 SKYLARK CT

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES