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I Need To Remove A Dead Tree or Cut Vegetation Around My Home. Who Can I Hire to Do This Work?

See https://www.firesafemarin.org/contractors for a list of contractors who've completed basic training in wildfire preparedness. Any licensed tree company or arborist should do fine for tree removals. We don't typically recommend specific contractors, and have had good experiences with nearly every tree service you'll find in the "yellow pages" or Google. Ensure that they are a...

My Neighbor Has a Eucalyptus Tree And It Is An Extreme Fire Hazard. How Can I Make Them Remove It?

If it helps ease your nerves, you should know that the mere presence of eucalyptus trees does not necessarily indicate an "extreme" fire hazard. Single specimens of most tree varieties, including many fire hazardous species, can usually be maintained in a way that minimizes the hazard. Remember that trees don't magically burst into flames, even...

How Much Spacing Should I Have Between Grass, Shrubs, Trees, and Combustible Materials?

Adequate spacing between vegetation and between combustible materials is crucial to reduce the spread of wildfires. There are two types of spacing to be aware of. 1. VERTICAL SPACING: Remove all tree branches at least 5 feet from the ground Shrubs can act as a fire ladder or bridge that spreads fire to trees so,...

What Plants Are Considered 'Combustible Vegetation' By the City Of San Rafael (S.R.M.C. 4.12.020) and Should Be Removed Within 100 Feet of Structures?

Juniper Bamboo Acacia Italian Cypress Black Sage Chamise/Greasewood Chaparral Pea Giant Chinquapin Coyote Brush California Sagebrush Scrub Oak (brushy oaks) Bluegum Eucalyptus Gorse Pampas Grass French, Scotch, Portugeuse, and Spanish Brooms

Where Can I Find Information About Fire Smart and Fire Hazardous Plants?

UC Marin Master Gardeners - http://marinmg.ucanr.edu Marin Chapter California Native Plant Society - http://cnpsmarin.org San Rafael is a Tree City - https://www.cityofsanrafael.org/san-rafael-tree-city/ Fire Smart Planting - http://firesafemarin.org/plants

How Do I Get Started with Home Hardening and Creating Defensible Space?

Fire prevention experts have identified zones (areas around your house) that should be improved to reduce fire risk. Zone 0: Immediate Zone (0-5ft from structure) Remove accumulated leaves, needles and dead vegetative growth from the roof, gutters, decks, porches, and stairways. All vegetation in this zone shall be well-irrigated and free from dead or dying...

Where Can I Find More Detailed Information About Home Hardening and What I Can Do To Harden My Home?

Detailed information about how to harden you home can be found at: https://www.firesafemarin.org/home-hardening

What Are Some Things I Can Do to Harden My Home and Protect Against Ember Ignitions?

Clean roofs, gutters, and vents of dead leaves, pine needles, and debris. Enclose or cover gaps over 1/8 inch with metal mesh. This includes vents, eaves, and soffits. Screen or box in areas under patios and decks to prevent debris from accumulating. Remove anything stored underneath. Move combustible material away from exterior walls. Prevent ember...

What is Home Hardening?

Home hardening helps reduce fire risk by increasing your home's resistance to heat, flames, and embers though the use of building materials and installation practices that help protect the vulnerable elements of your house. Several components of the home should be addressed, including the roof, gutters and eaves, vents, siding, windows and doors, and decks,...

City Council - June 6, 2022

Date and time: Date and time: 2022-06-06 07:00 pmLocation: City Council - June 6, 2022Department: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2022-06-06 07:00 pmLocation: City Council - June 6, 2022Department: Public MeetingsAgendaAGENDA SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL – MONDAY, JUNE 6, 2022 REGULAR MEETING AT 7:00 P.M. In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael,...

Parks & Recreation Master Plan Steering Committee - May 25, 2022

Date and time: Date and time: 2022-05-25 06:00 pmLocation: Parks & Recreation Master Plan Steering Committee - May 25, 2022Department: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2022-05-25 06:00 pmLocation: Parks & Recreation Master Plan Steering Committee - May 25, 2022Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' below to view the AgendaDate and time: 2022-05-25 06:00 pmLocation: Parks & Recreation Master...

Agenda Packet - May 20,2022

Special Library Parcel Tax Committee - May 24, 2022

Date and time: Date and time: 2022-05-24 06:00 pmLocation: Special Library Parcel Tax Committee - May 24, 2022Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' below to view the AgendaAgenda packetSelect 'download' below to view the Agenda PacketDate and time: 2022-05-24 06:00 pmLocation: Special Library Parcel Tax Committee - May 24, 2022Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' below to view the...

Planning Commission - May 24, 2022

Date and time: Date and time: 2022-05-24 07:00 pmLocation: Planning Commission - May 24, 2022Department: Community DevelopmentDate and time: 2022-05-24 07:00 pmLocation: Planning Commission - May 24, 2022Department: Community DevelopmentAgendaPlanning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, May 24, 2022, 7:00 P.M. AGENDA Virtual Meeting Watch on Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/pc-2022-05-24 Watch on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/cityofsanrafael Telephone: 1 (669) 900 6833...

Agenda - May 20, 2022

Agenda-May 20, 2022

Northgate Town Square - Master Signage Program

Book an Appointment with Public Works

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Street Sweeping Comment

Submit a Comment or Question about Street Sweeping The City of San Rafael is now using SeeClickFix for service requests. Visit the SeeClickFix Streetsweeping reporting form Identify the location of the issue on the map Add a photo or take a photo with your device Fill out required information on the form A member of...

Open Space

To Report an Issue in Open Space The City of San Rafael is now using SeeClickFix for service requests. To report an issue in open space: Visit the SeeClickFix open space reporting form Identify the location of the issue on the map Add a photo or take a photo with your device Fill out required...

Medians/Landscaping

Report a Median/Landscaping Issue The City of San Rafael is now using SeeClickFix for service requests. To report am issue related to medians or landscaping: Visit the SeeClickFix medians reporting form Identify the location of the issue on the map Add a photo or take a photo with your device Fill out required information on...

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