Santa Ynez Planning Area 
The Santa Ynez Valley, known for its scenic pastoral character and strong agricultural tradition, includes the unincorporated townships of Santa Ynez, Ballard and Los Olivos and some of the surrounding rural and agricultural lands. The Santa Ynez Valley Community Plan Area encompasses seventy-two (72) square miles.
Contacts:
Jeff Hunt, Director: jhunt@co.santa-barbara.ca.us
David Lackie, Supervising Planner: dlackie@co.santa-barbara.ca.us
Brian A. Tetley, Senior Planner: btetley@co.santa-barbara.ca.us
Projects and documents
Adopted Santa Ynez Valley Community Plan
Santa Ynez Valley Community Plan EIR
Santa Ynez Transportation Improvement Plan