The iconic upscale shopping landscape in Santa Barbara is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by the impending demolition of the Macy's department store to make way for a substantial housing project. La Cumbre Plaza, which first opened in 1967, is set to replace its original anchor stores with 689 apartment units, followed by another project on the site of the aged Sears building to include 443 additional units. Local leaders are optimistic about the city's push for housing amidst changing retail landscapes, reflecting a broader shift in consumer habits and urban development.
Pending project approval, the Macy's is set to be demolished after its lease expires in 2028.
The era of the giant upscale outdoor mall is coming to a quick and decisive end in Santa Barbara.
The new project involves tearing down the mall's other original anchor tenant, an old Sears building.
City Council member Eric Friedman expressed excitement about the potential housing projects in the district.
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