Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment Project

The City of Santa Barbara is advancing the Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment Project to transform the existing commercial site into a mixed-use destination by repurposing the former Macy’s building for office uses and converting the former Nordstrom building into a residential component with between 80 and 112 units, while preserving current retail, parking, and ancillary functions. The redevelopment avoids any expansion of the building footprint, grading, or excavation, focusing instead on interior and exterior modifications and minimal utility trenching to support the new uses. This adaptive reuse strategy prioritizes sustainability and urban infill by enhancing the site’s functionality without altering its existing scale or impacting surrounding infrastructure. The project is forecasted under the City of Santa Barbara’s jurisdiction, with all work to be conducted at the Paseo Nuevo site in Santa Barbara, California, 93101. Julia Pujo, the Environmental Analyst, serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries and can be reached via email or phone. No solicitation has been issued yet, and the project remains in the planning and forecasting phase as of June 18, 2026, with further details expected to emerge as environmental and regulatory processes advance.