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Archives: FAQs

Who is on the City Council?

We have four by-district City Councilmembers and one elected Mayor, elected at-large for four-year terms. Current members include: Mayor Kate Colin District 1 Councilmember Maika Llorens Gulati District 2 Councilmeber Eli Hill District 3 Councilmember Maribeth Bushey District 4 Councilmember Rachel Kertz

How do I contact the City Council?

There are a couple ways to contact your City Council. You can email all of them at once, by using an online Contact Form that sends the message to all members of the City Council, including the Mayor, or you can email or call them individually. Depending on the nature of your email, the City Council will … Continued

Where do I find information about the topics I’m interested in?

Our website is a great resource. Most major projects and programs have webpages dedicated to them, with background information and links to related documents. If you have trouble finding the topic from the homepage or individual department pages, try the search function on the top of the screen. Still can’t find what you’re looking for? … Continued

How do I ensure that my comments are part of the “public record”?

The best way to ensure your comments are part of the “public record” is to provide a copy of them to the City Clerk. Aside from that, all comments made at public meetings are recorded and included as part of the public record. Depending on the nature of the project, staff compiles comments received and … Continued

How can I print a copy of my business license?

Please email BLRenewal@cityofsanrafael.org or call 415-485-3051 and we would be happy to email a copy of the certificate. You may also come into City Hall to have one printed, for a $10 fee.

What is a resale report?

A Residential Resale Report is a building permit records check and physical inspection of any residential units (SFD, Duplex, Townhouse/Condo, Apartment complexes) which are sold in San Rafael.  All building permits, planning actions, and construction-related code enforcement actions are listed on the report.  Any permits which are not complete or have expired are identified; these … Continued

When do I need a Residential Resale Report?

Residential Resale Reports are required when any residential property changes ownership. This includes Single Family Homes, Duplexes, Apartment Buildings and Townhouses/Condominiums.  There are a few exceptions, such as the first sale of a new home and the sale of mobile homes.

What does the process for a Residential Resale Report involve?

The applicant will need to apply and pay a fee. This may be done at City Hall 8:30-4:00 M-Th; 8:30-12:30 on Friday, or by filling out an online application and mailing it in with a check; or applying online if paying by credit card. Our staff will research all Building Permits, Planning files, and Code Enforcement records that … Continued

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