Sign up for my newsletter Official newsletter of Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua. Keeping the community informed about local events, City news, and resources. Dear Neighbors, September was filled with meaningful and memorable moments in Santa Ana. I had the opportunity to attend several important events across our city, including the Orange County Fire Authority...
Water & sewer design guidelines Santa Ana’s Water & Sewer Design Guidelines provide developers, engineers, and contractors with technical specifications, standard drawings, and construction standards for the design and installation of public water and sewer infrastructure. These resources support the consistent, high-quality development of the City’s utility systems and apply to both new projects and...
News and Updates Sign up to receive important updates on the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance by clicking the link below. Sign up to receive updates Rent Stabilization Program Updates Late Fees Now in Effect for Rental Registration As of October 1, 2025, late fees are now in effect for all unpaid registration...
Know Your Rights The City of Santa Ana is committed to the safety of all residents regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, country of origin, or immigration status. Immigrants who are stopped, arrested or detained by immigration or other law enforcement agencies have certain rights. If you encounter law enforcement at work, on the...
The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce that the Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park has been granted accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The Santa Ana Zoo is one of 31 applicants granted accreditation by the AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission during its Annual Conference held in Tampa, Florida. The...
SANTA ANA, Calif. - The City of Santa Ana has been honored by the American Planning Association (APA) California Chapter, Orange Section, with three awards recognizing outstanding contributions in urban design, inclusive planning, and public sector excellence. The 2025 APA Orange Section Awards Program promotes planning quality and enhances public understanding of the planning profession...
The new sign regulations create standards that support businesses but also protect pedestrians and community aesthetics. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council unanimously voted on Tuesday, Sept. 16, to allow businesses to use A-frame signs for advertising in a move aimed at supporting the local business community and enhancing advertising options on...
The new rules will help the City regulate increasing numbers of unlicensed group homes. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council unanimously approved a landmark ordinance on Tuesday, Sept. 16, to better regulate group homes and sober-living facilities in residential neighborhoods. The new rules will improve living conditions for individuals with disabilities and establish...
