Welcome to the City of Buellton's Community Engagement Page!
Zencity Engage is Buellton's hub to share, discuss, and collaborate on creating sustainable solutions for important issues, challenges, and opportunities in our community. Please feel free to explore this site, review projects that are posted, and sign up for updates. Check back often as new projects will be listed on an on-going basis. Thanks for taking part, joining with us, and making your voice heard.
Active Projects
Planning Projects
Valley Station Gate
Application to turn the Valley Station neighborhood into a gated community.
410 Central Avenue Mixed Use Development
A proposed mixed use development consisting of 2 residential units and 1 commercial space
560 Avenue of Flags Mixed-Use Development
Proposed mixed commercial and residential building
In-N-Out
A proposed In-N-Out fast food restaurant with a drive-thru.
Cottage Health Medical Building -515 McMurray Rd.
Development of a medical office building on the site of the defunct Parks Place Theater
Current Planning Projects
A summary of all the Planning projects currently in the City of Buellton
New Self-Storage Facility at 33 Industrial Way
A proposed Self-Storage development at 33 Industrial Way. The facility would include five structures: a managers building, two three-story self-storage buildings, and two one-story for sale condominium self-storage buildings.
New Self-Storage Facility at 70 Industrial Way
Proposed development of a self-storage facility located at 70 Industrial Way, modifying the existing structure for self-storage use.
Hundred Hills School
A proposed 30-50 student private school in the Waldorf model
Shell Gas Station Expansion
A proposed expansion of the existing Shell Gas Station and Convenience Store at 90 E Hwy 246
ARCO AM-PM
An approved new gas station on Avenue of Flags with an Art Deco design
Creekside Village (480 Avenue of Flags)
A proposed mixed-use commercial and residential building with 64 dwelling units (including 3 Live-work units). Proposed amenities include a gym, business center, courtyard pool/ lounge area, additional roof/patio decks.
The 518
Proposed Multiuse Developments at 518 Avenue of Flags 48 dwelling units (including 4 Live-work units) and 4,265 square feet of commercial space, with town a plaza style corner courtyard.
Hwy 246 Commercial Center
New construction of a Motel, Coffee Shop with a drive through, & a Market/Deli at Hwy 246 and Ave of Flags
Home2Suites and Hyatt Place
New construction of two four-story hotels on McMurrary Road
Buellton Garden Apartments
89-unit residential development at 10 McMurray Drive
The Buellton Hub Project
Construction of a mixed use project including residential, industrial, and office/business uses
Chanin Wine Company
A new commercial building to accommodate the operations of Chanin Wine Company, a small locally-owned and operated winery producing high-end wines.
BUE 17 Specific Plan
Proposed specific plan for a mixed use project at the southern end of Industrial Way
Public Information
Avenue of Flags Newsletter
Learn what is happening on Ave of Flags
November 3, 2026 General Election
SYV Benefits Fair - April 2026
SYV Benefits Fair - April 8, 2026
Updated Fire Hazard Severity Zones
CAL FIRE has released an updated Fire Hazard Severity Zones for Buellton
General Plan 2050
Buellton is conducting a comprehensive update of our General Plan to provide a framework for the orderly growth and development of the City. Residents have opportunities to make their voices heard in the process.
Upper Willemsen Property Ad-Hoc Committee
An Ad-Hoc Committee of Residents and Elected Officials to find an Appropriate Use for the Willemsen site after Hundred Hills School leaves
2025 Buellton District 4 City Council Special Election
This is the page for results of the 2025 Special Election for the 4th District City Council seat
Buellton Water and Wastewater Rate Study
Rate Study Complete and new Rate Schedule set for hearing on July 10, 2025.
Buellton City Updates
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Community Organization Support Grant Funding FY 2025-26 and FY 2026-27
Discover how Buellton plans to invest in programs that strengthen our community by supporting local organizations and services that directly benefit our residents. Join the conversation about shaping a brighter future for Buellton through thoughtful grant funding initiatives.
Buellton Buzz Newsletter
This page allows users to read and download copies of the Buellton Buzz Newsletter
Buellton Pre-Designed ADU Plans
Pre-Designed ADU are now available for Buellton residents interested in adding an ADU to their property
Buellton Urban Growth Boundary Update
Explore how Buellton's quality of life and unique character can be preserved through a thoughtful extension of the Urban Growth Boundary! Join the discussion about safeguarding our agricultural, watershed, and open space resources while anticipating the city's developmental needs for the next 12-16 years.
Storm and Flood Information
Information on storms and flooding
Wildfire Information
Wildfire Information
Public Projects
Santa Ynez Valley Trail
A new multi-use path connecting Buellton, Solvang, and the Santa Ynez Valley
Median 3 -Avenue of Flags
Buellton Library and Community Center - 202 Dairyland Road
The conversion of the former Willemsen residence to the Buellton Community Center will provide a wonderful new amenity to Buellton residents.
Willemsen Property: Buellton Library / Children's Museum / Hundred Hills School
The City's acquisition of this property in 2020 creates the potential for numerous amenities to benefit the residents of Buellton. Be a part of the discussion as options are considered and decisions are made.
Recently Completed Projects
Village Senior Apartments
A 50 Unit affordable housing project for Senior Citizens located between the Village Townhomes and Village Park on Valley Vineyard Circle.
Polo Village
49-unit residential development at 560 McMurray Drive
In-N-Out Burger (Project Denied)
Drive-thru fast food restaurant at 515 McMurray Road, the site of the former Movie Theater.
Stay Informed
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