Santa Barbara's proposed Garden Street Hotel project has sparked controversy between residents who wish to preserve the Funk Zone's artistic affordability and those supporting luxury development. The city council approved the hotel, prompting appeals from community members aimed at maintaining the neighborhood's eclectic charm. However, the California Coastal Commission ultimately rejected the appeal, partly due to the appellants not highlighting the affordability issue in their argument. This decision marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over the preservation versus development in the Funk Zone.
Keep The Funk, a Santa Barbara nonprofit organization, describes itself as dedicated to "preserving the unique and historic character of the Funk Zone neighborhood."
Commission members expressed concerns about the hotel's lack of affordability, but this issue was not included in the appeal, resulting in its denial.
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