On December 9, 2025, the San Rafael Planning Commission approved a proposal to build new housing at 25 Loch Lomond Drive, located at the northwest corner of Loch Lomond Drive and Point San Pedro Road, adjacent to the Village at Loch Lomond Marina Development Project. The proposal utilizes the State Density Bonus law to gain … Continued
On November 18, 2025, the San Rafael Planning Commission approved a proposal to build new housing at 1248 Fifth Avenue (1230 Fifth Avenue Project), located at the northeast corner of Fifth Avenue and C Street. This development is a California Senate Bill (SB) 330 (2019) and State Density Bonus project. About the Project The project includes: … Continued
The San Rafael Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed new residential development at 1248 Fifth Avenue (1230 Fifth Avenue Project), located at the on the northeast corner of Fifth Avenue and C Street. Date: November 18, 2025 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: City Council Chambers, City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901 Project Overview … Continued
Demolition work began this week at 930 Irwin Street in preparation for the construction of a new 210-unit multifamily development. Approved last spring, the project marks a significant step forward in expanding local housing options in San Rafael. Demolition is expected to be completed by the end of the calendar year, with staff from the … Continued
On November 6, the City of San Rafael and County of Marin will co-host a community information session about the 350 Merrydale Interim Shelter Project at the Hoytt Theater inside the Osher Marin JCC. Community members are invited to drop in, learn more, and speak directly with the subject matter experts working on the … Continued
The City of San Rafael has issued a demolition permit in preparation for the construction of a new eight-story, 210-unit residential building at 930 Irwin Street. In addition to the residential units, the development will feature ground-floor amenities for residents and a garage with 232 parking spaces. The multifamily project also includes 18 affordable units … Continued
On Monday August 25th demolition began in preparation for a new 119-unit residential development located at the gateway to downtown San Rafael at 703 3rd St. The project’s demolition phase is anticipated to last four weeks, during which time some intermittent sidewalk and road closures may occur. What to Expect During Demolition: Work Hours: Monday … Continued
On Friday August 22, Aegis Senior Living San Rafael officially opened its doors, introducing 101 new studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences in the heart of downtown. The Mission-style building, which was designed to echo San Rafael’s historic architecture transforms a site that had been vacant for years. When fully occupied, Aegis will welcome over 100 … Continued
Planning Commission Approves New Housing at 930 Irwin Street On May 13, 2025, the San Rafael Planning Commission approved a proposal to build new housing at 930 Irwin Street, at the corner of 4th Street and Irwin Street. The Planning Commission found the project to be consistent with the City’s Downtown Precise Plan, Zoning Ordinance, … Continued
A proposal to build 200 new affordable homes at 555 Northgate Dr. has been resubmitted to the City of San Rafael on April 2, 2024. Following an initial determination that the application was incomplete in fall 2023, the developer resubmitted the application on April 2, 2024. City staff have completed their second review of the … Continued
