You can find information on what should be recycled and composted in Zero Waste Marin’s Recycling, Disposal and Reuse Guide. Zero Waste Marin also helps your sort out the confusion by telling you which items belong in your green cart. Also, check out Marin Sanitary Service’s “What Goes in Your Carts?” for information on what items go in … Continued
San Rafael offers affordable preschool and childcare programs that enrich and nurture your children’s lives while making it easier for families to get by. Registration and enrollment is processed at each child care center. Please complete registration and pay fees before your child’s first day.
Most businesses engaged in the sale of tangible goods require a California Seller’s Permit in addition to obtaining a business license. To apply, contact the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration. California Department of Tax and Fee Administration 50 D Street, Room 230 Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 890-6267 www.cdtfa.ca.gov
Every business must abide by the City’s zoning requirements. Before signing any lease or rental agreement, please contact the City’s Planning Division to make sure your business activity is appropriate for the area’s current zoning designation and that it will not require a public hearing or special parking considerations.
Yes, we typically allow people to make payments. However, depending on the amount due and the number of installments, we may require you to sign a promissory note and to pay interest and a processing fee. Please contact the Business Tax Division at (415) 485-3051 for details.
If selling or preparing food is a part of your business, you must apply for a health permit from the County of Marin Food Program in addition to obtaining a business license. Environmental Health Services 3501 Civic Center Drive San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 473-6907 www.marincounty.org/depts/cd/divisions/environmental-health-services
Call 911. Please do not leave a message on any voicemail system.
Within 35 days from the citation issue date you should obtain your registration sticker or current registration from the Department of Motor Vehicles and submit it to the office staff at City of San Rafael Parking Services. The staff will verify the current registration (we need to physically see your vehicle), sign-off the citation and accept the … Continued
Check with the City’s Planning Division Sign Requirements before using or installing any type of sign, flag, or banner, even balloons. Permanent and temporary signs require review and approval prior to issuance of permits and installations.
Call 911. Please do not leave a message on any voicemail system.
