REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (“RFQ”) for AFFFORDABLE HOUSING PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

The County of Santa Barbara is seeking a development partner to create an affordable housing development at 117 East Carrillo Street in Santa Barbara, California. The project aims to provide housing options for the local workforce, particularly those who work in and around Santa Barbara. The County envisions a public-private partnership where the developer will provide planning, financing, design, construction, and maintenance of the housing development, while the County contributes the land through a long-term ground lease. The developer will be responsible for securing financing, managing the project, and maintaining the property. The County is open to creative approaches that balance affordability, financial viability, and design quality. Key considerations for the project include zoning and entitlements, parking and mobility, sustainability, and community engagement. • The project will be located on a 0.97-acre parcel in downtown Santa Barbara. • The County is seeking a development partner with experience in mixed-income, workforce, and affordable housing. • The project will require coordination with the City of Santa Barbara for permitting and entitlements. • The County is open to considering different development approaches, including 100% affordable housing, workforce housing, and mixed-income housing. • The project will be evaluated based on criteria such as recent developments, litigation/history, team organization, relevant experience, financial approach, and understanding of the project and County objectives.