As private laterals age, just as sewer mains do, they can develop leaks, become clogged by fats, oils and grease, and become cracked by roots. This situation leads to sewage spills and overflows, threatening public health and the environment. Defective sewer laterals affect us all.
A sewer lateral, or side-sewer, is a privately-owned sewer pipeline connecting private property, such as a home or business, to the publicly-owned main sewer line, typically located in the middle of the street. It is the responsibility of the property owner to maintain and repair the lateral.
San Rafael Sanitation District The San Rafael Sanitation District serves the Central San Rafael area, south from the top of Puerto Suello Hill and includes the unincorporated areas within this jurisdiction. The District has a crew of eight who maintains 32 pump stations, 13 miles of force main, and clean 132 miles of sewer pipelines....
For information related to Overgrown Vegetation in Public Right of Way, contact Public Works at (415) 485-3355. Public Works: 415.485.3355 /contact-public-works/
To apply for a Use Permit, complete an application package and submit it to the Planning Division during counter hours. The application package should include: The General Application Form filled out and signed by both the property owner and applicant. A written description of the business and how it will operate. (i.e.: Hours of operation, number of...
Alphabetical List of Forms, Applications and Handouts Accessory Dwelling Units/Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit FAQs Application Form (For all Planning Applications) Application Submittal Requirements UPDATED 11/18/2024 Awning Handout Banner Permit Handout Certificate of Compliance Handout Conceptual Design Review Permit & Pre-Application Handout Conditional Use Permit Handout Current Planning Division Handout for Homeowners Density Bonus &...
The General Plan serves as the blueprint for the community's future growth and development. It addresses issues of importance to the community, sets forth policies for conservation and development, and outlines specific programs or actions for implementing these policies. The general plan must address certain issues, which are directly related to and influence land use...
You can find your property’s zoning designation online. If you are looking for the zoning designation for your property and what it means, you can check your zoning at your leisure, 24 hours a day. Click image below to get started using the San Rafael Zoning Finder tool: Once you have located your zoning district...
Note: All Planning applications use the same application form. Fences Fences and walls located in the front and street side yard may be up to 4 feet in height provided they do not obstruct vehicle sight distance at driveways or intersections per §14.16.295. Side and rear yard fences may be up to 7 feet without a...
