Rent Stabilization Analysis and Program Design

The City of Santa Barbara is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to assist in developing a rent stabilization analysis and program design. The selected consultant will provide an analysis of rent stabilization programs, facilitate community engagement, develop a proposed rent stabilization program, and deliver presentations to the City Council. The consultant should have experience in developing housing and related programs for municipal governments in California. The project is expected to start on January 23, 2026, and the consultant should be available to begin work on that date. • The consultant will provide an analysis of rent stabilization programs in California • The consultant will facilitate focus groups with stakeholders to hear input from renters, property owners, and community leaders • The consultant will develop a proposed rent stabilization program that meets the needs of the City of Santa Barbara community • The consultant will deliver 2-3 presentations to the City Council on the analysis and proposed program design