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The Marin Household Hazardous Waste Program reuses, recycles, and disposes of hazardous products for San Rafael residents and businesses.

San Rafael Commute Program The City of San Rafael has joined the Transportation Authority of Marin to combine our commuter rewards programs. Track your trips in one convenient location online or via the app and get rewards and benefits for both programs! Signup once to get all these benefits! San Rafael Benefits Bike, Carpool, Transit,...

In Marin County transportation accounts for 70% of GHG emissions. According to Natural Capitalism Solutions, businesses can save $2,000 per employee in commuting cost by using compressed work weeks, flextime, and allowing work from home.  Why start a commute program? It's good for business.Employers who offer and actively promote commute options can improve: employee recruitment and...

Marin County is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in Northern California but runs the risk of flooding due to low elevations and climate change. The City of San Rafael recognizes that being prepared for the future means adapting.  Community Resilience  Studies consistently show that those who are more connected to others are...

Moving Downtown? If you are moving to the Downtown area and need to reserve a specific space that has parking restrictions such as a meter, time limited space, yellow zone, etc., or you simply want to reserve a space to ensure that it’s available to you, you should contact the Parking Services Division by email or go to the office...

Waste Wise Business Spotlight These articles feature outstanding local businesses and their work to reduce waste and increase recycling. Thanks to them, we are diverting more resources from landfill and working toward our zero waste goals. Click here for more information about San Rafael's sustainability initiatives.

Summary of the 2019-2020 Two-Year Program Priorities GENERAL Develop CCAP Engagement Platform Design and develop web platform, including carbon calculator Develop engagement plan TRANSPORTATION Expand EV Charging Network Install more EV chargers at City facilities Promote EV charger incentives & technical assistance to community Implement EV Policies and Programs Develop streamlined permitting procedures Promote EV...

 In an effort to expand available financing options for home and business owners looking to make energy efficiency upgrades, our City Council has authorized an additional four Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program Providers to operate within our City. PACE makes energy and water efficiency projects like solar, heating or air conditioning system replacements, windows, or...

San Rafael Businesses are Green Businesses! San Rafael customers expect environmental sustainability and support businesses who demonstrate this ethic. Check out some of these great resources below. Need help? CONTACT US any time! Check out some local businesses doing great things! Pond Farm Brewing VenturePad Co-Work Space Andy's Local Market Read about more businesses and...

We’re here to help. If your concern is an emergency, please call 9-1-1. If the concern is urgent, but not an emergency, please call (415) 485-3304 during business hours. Submit your request or question below and we’ll get back to you shortly. Fire Permits, Construction, Inspections If you have any questions about the Fire Permit...

Apply for an Encroachment Permit online through eTRACKiT Before applying for a permit with us, make sure that your project location is within the City of San Rafael's jurisdiction What is an encroachment permit? An encroachment permit is required anytime a property owner, business, or contractor performs work within the city right-of-way. Work can include construction,...