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If you are adding square footage onto an existing structure to create an attached ADU, the square footage of the ADU cannot exceed 50% of the square footage of the main residence or 1,000 square feet, whichever is less; however, an ADU of up to 800 square feet is always allowed.   Examples:   2,200 square-foot main...

There is a minimum size of 150 square feet for ADUs and JADUs. ADUs must include kitchen, sleeping, and bathroom facilities; a JADU may share eating and bathroom facilities with the primary dwelling provided there is an internal connection. 

Fire sprinklers cannot be required in an ADU if sprinklers are not required for the primary residence. Construction of an ADU does cannot trigger a requirement that fire sprinklers be installed in the proposed or existing primary dwelling. 

The ADU rules apply to any property that is in a zoning district that allows residential use and has either existing or proposed dwelling units. For example, the Commercial/Office zoning district (C/O) is a commercial district that allows multifamily use under certain circumstances so the rules would apply to an existing or proposed residential use...

In 1888,  Ella Nichols Park, a wealthy and reclusive young widow, built the Falkirk mansion in San Rafael. This Victorian is an excellent example of a  Queen Anne home, capturing the spirit of early California with its complex, picturesque roof-line of gables and chimneys, variously shaped bays and decorative details that relate playfully to the...

Welcome. We look forward to seeing you at a current or upcoming art exhibit. Please check with us before visiting as the galleries are not available during a private event. Open Hours Tuesdays - Fridays | 1:00pm - 4:30pm Saturdays | 10:00am - 2:00pm *Please call ahead of time as we are closed during private events....

Stroll through our beautiful demonstration gardens The University of California Marin Master Gardeners, in partnership with the City of San Rafael, created demonstration gardens, which include the Under Oaks Garden, Habitat Garden, Beneficial Garden, Lathe House Garden, Succulent Garden, Five Mediterranean Climate Zone Garden, and the most recently added Herb & Bee Garden. Discover a...

Falkirk is home to an amazing series of beautiful gardens, maintained by the Marin Master Gardeners. Stroll through our beautiful demonstration gardens, which include Under Oaks Garden, Habitat Garden, Beneficial Garden, Lathe House Garden, Succulent Garden, Five Mediterranean Climate Zone Garden, and the most recently added Herb & Bee Garden.  Or take a virtual tour...

MAKE YOUR EVENT MEMORABLE, HOST IT AT THE FALKIRK CULTURAL CENTER This beautiful property is known for its historic charm. Whether you are planning a wedding ceremony,  celebration or corporate event, Falkirk Cultural Center provides a wonderful venue with its historic home, greenhouse and picturesque gardens. No matter which type of event you’re hosting, you’ll...

Falkirk Cultural Center, owned and operated by the City of San Rafael, is a beautiful 19th century eleven-acre country estate listed on the National Historic Register. Open Hours Tuesday - Friday | 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Saturday | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Please call ahead to make sure we are not closed for...

The Dominican Sisters of San Rafael have had an unparalleled impact on the community in the areas of education, social justice and health care. For more than 100 years, the Sisters have provided uncompromising leadership in the community through their extensive education mission at Dominican University, The Garden School, San Domenico School, and the Osher...

Vallecito Elementary School campus 50 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA 94903 Phone: 415-485-3103 Center Directors: Jannette Braa and Trisha Cerutti-Saylors Welcome to Vallecito Children’s Center. We provide a safe, enriching, play-based program for children. Each day our professional staff plan and implement a wide variety of group and individual activities which are designed around the...

51 Albert Park Lane, San Rafael, CA 94901 Phone: 415-485-3387 Center Director: Sonda Sockolov Welcome to Parkside Children’s Center. This off-school campus in downtown San Rafael is just a quick bus ride from school where your child will be greeted by a fun, caring and enthusiastic staff. Our after-school program offers a variety of daily activities...

Mary Silveira Elementary School campus 390 Blackstone Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903 Phone: 415-485-3190 Center Director: Angie Stunz Welcome to the Mary Silveira Children’s Center. Mary Silveira Center provides a safe, enriching, play-based program for children. Our professional staff plan and implement a wide variety of group and individual activities that enhance your child’s development. Mary...

Glenwood Elementary School Campus 25 W. Castlewood Drive, San Rafael, CA 94901 Phone: 415-485-3102 Center Director: Jocelyn Hallroan Welcome to Glenwood Children’s Center. Our year-round program provides each child with the opportunity to be creative, active and to engage in exciting cooking, craft and science activities. Our energetic staff will lead children through sport games as...

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