Coverage dated September 27, 2026

Montecito Mulling State Water Allotment Sale to Solomon Hills Development

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A decision in Montecito could lead to the water supply for a brand-new community proposing 4,000 homes and much more on now-vacant land at Solomon Hills south of Orcutt. The Montecito Water District Board of Directors this week will consider entering into a non-binding letter of intent concerning th…

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Montecito Mulling State Water Allotment Sale to Solomon Hills Development (opens Nooz Hawk)
Published Sep 27, 2026
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A decision in Montecito could lead to the water supply for a brand-new community proposing 4,000 homes and much more on now-vacant land at Solomon Hills south of Orcutt. The Montecito Water District Board of Directors this week will consider entering into a non-binding letter of intent concerning th…
Santa Barbara News-Press
Deal would shift State Water rights from Montecito to proposed Solomon Hills development in Santa Barbara’s North County (opens Santa Barbara News-Press)
Published Sep 27, 2026
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The $40 million sale would put 4,000 homes and related commercial development proposed between Orcutt and Los Alamos a key step closer to possible approval.