Buellton's newest affordable housing development officially opened its doors on Thursday.

The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Barbara (HASBARCO) celebrated the opening of Polo Village during a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The new 49-unit development is located at 560 McMurray Road.

Residents of Polo Village will have access to a community building with office space, a computer lab, a children's play area, a multi-sport court, and picnic areas.

"We had community groups come to help to furnish the units. We had the [Veterans Affairs] involved. So it really is a federal state, county, city, and all-in approach," John Polanskey, the HASBARCO director of housing development, said.

Officials say the Polo Village development includes a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments that

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