Current Planning Division The Current Planning Division is responsible for providing information to the general public regarding the land use and zoning regulations that apply to properties within the City, conducting review of proposed land use and development projects to ensure consistency with City Ordinances and General Plan Policies, and making environmental determinations for projects...
Introduction Most of the affordable housing requirements are contained in Section 14.16.030 of the Zoning Ordinance of the San Rafael Municipal Code. The Zoning Ordinance can be viewed on the City’s website at, at the Community Development Department, City Clerk’s Office or at the Main Library. Applicability The requirements apply to all new rental and ownership...
What is the Design Review Board? The Design Review Board (DRB) is composed of five (5) regular members and one (1) alternate member who are residents of the City of San Rafael residents appointed by the City Council for four-year terms. The DRB members serve as volunteers and the board must include at least two...
Introduction This handout is intended to inform individuals of the variety of fees that may be collected by the City for new development projects. This summary also describes fees collected by other agencies with jurisdiction within the City. In these instances, the fee is not noted, but a contact at the agency is identified for...
Food & Beverage Carts and Kiosks – Administrative Review An administrative use permit is required to operate a temporary food and beverage cart use on a commercially developed property. Such uses shall be subject to review and recommendation by the Community Development Director and Public Works Director to assure that the site can accommodate the use...
IntroductionThis handout summarizes San Rafael’s zoning regulations and construction requirements on single-family hillside lots. Design review is required for new development or additions made to structures on residential hillside properties, pursuant to San Rafael Municipal Code Chapter 14.12 and Chapter 14.25. Prior to submittal of plans, it is recommended that the applicant visit the planning...
Historic Background San Rafael, being the oldest city in Marin County, has many older buildings that contribute greatly to its character. City regulations protect a number of buildings designated as local landmarks. The City Council adopted a survey of older, architecturally interesting buildings and structures known as the Historical/Architectural Survey which includes 305 sites throughout...
Introducción La siguiente información resume los requisitos de San Rafael para un “Negocio en Casa.” Los requisitos para poner un negocio en casa se encuentran en el capítulo 14 (la ordenanza por zona) del Código Municipal de la ciudad de San Rafael. La ordenanza por zona establece los reglamentos y procedimientos que aseguran que el...
