Zoning Amendments — Onshore Support Facilities for Offshore Oil/Gas Drilling and Deep-Sea Mining
Santa Cruz
Description
Two zoning ordinances introduced that ban onshore support facilities for offshore drilling and deep-sea mining in industrial zones and require a public vote to reverse. Second reading and final adoption expected in two weeks.
Impact summary
If finalized, no onshore staging or support for offshore extraction could be built here without a citywide vote — closing a door on deep-sea mining infrastructure before it opens.
Applicant
- Name
- City of Santa Cruz
At a glance
- Hearings
- 1
- Public comments
- 6
- Total mentions
- 1
Recorded in the meeting · City Council
Last discussed Jun 9, 2026.
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