Most homeowners need a landscape or tree contractor to clear grass, weeds, and brush from around their home. See the contractor’s page at FireSafe Marin – www.firesafemarin.org/contractors for links to local contractors who’ve received basic training.
We don’t own goats. San Rafael, the County of Marin, FIRESafe MARIN, and other local agencies contract with private goat herders to reduce vegetation hazards on large parcels. Goats are usually only cost effective for larger properties of 5-10 or more acres due to transportation cost and logistics. In most cases, for small properties of … Continued
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 … Continued
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Recreation Swim Recreation swim is open to all ages. Lap lanes are not available during this time. Swim Tests Swim Tests are required for swimmers under the age of 12 who want to swim in the deep end or use the Mighty Medley, which is only open during the summer. We may request swim tests … Continued
The roundabout will be signed for 20 miles per hour (mph). Northbound right turning traffic is required to make a sharp right turn into their entry. The design speed of this entry is less than that of the circulatory roadway. Advance warning and guide signs on all approaches will advise motorists of recommended speed and … Continued
Bicycle facilities are provided within the roundabout for the north-south direction. Facilitates may also be extended north to the existing bike lanes on Redwood Hwy. There are no dedicated bicycle facilities within the interchange nor along Manuel Freitas west of the interchange.
Traffic counts were performed in 2019 and forecasted out to 2041 taking into account anticipated growth shown in the 2040 General Plan.
The extended separation of northbound through and northbound right turn traffic will make it easier for eastbound left turn traffic to gauge perspective gaps. This allows traffic on Manuel T Freitas Parkway to turn left into their own entry without competing with the northbound off-ramp right turning vehicles. In addition, transverse rumble strips can be … Continued
The San Rafael Sanitation District (SRSD) does not require private lateral sewer line inspections as a part of the building permit process. However, any time sewer-related improvements are proposed, SRSD highly recommends that the private sewer lateral be inspected and repaired as needed. Note that any private lateral repairs or improvements require acquisition of a … Continued
