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SMART Larkspur Extension Begins Service December 14th

The Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) has announced commercial service on the Larkspur Extension from Downtown San Rafael to the Larkspur Station will start on December 14th. A ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled at 1:00 PM on December 13th at the Larkspur Station to celebrate the completion of this second segment of SMART’s rail service. The new service...

City Administrative Offices Holiday Closure 12/24 – 1/1/18

City administrative offices and facilities will be closed from Tuesday, December 24, 2019 through Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Offices will reopen on Thursday, January 2, 2020. Public Safety and Emergency Services Police, fire and paramedic services will be fully staffed with 9-1-1 emergency service continuing to dispatch calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a...

Homeward Bound

190 MILL STREET - HOMEWARD BOUND Emergency Shelter & Supportive Housing Address: 190 Mill Street Project No: GPA19-001/ZC19-001/UP19-014 Applicant: Homeward Bound https://hbofm.org/homeward-bound-proposes-housing-and-shelter-complex/ Contact: Pat Cousens Project Planner: Ali Giudice, Principal Planner (415) 485-3092 Alicia.giudice@cityofsanrafael.org Project Description (haz clic aqui para información en Español) This project is a request by Homeward Bound for a General...

Homeward Bound en Español

HOMEWARD BOUND Emergency Shelter & Supportive Housing 190 MILL STREET Address: 190 Mill Street Project No: GPA19-001/ZC19-001/UP19-014 Applicant: Homeward Bound https://hbofm.org/homeward-bound-proposes-housing-and-shelter-complex/ Contact: Pat Cousens Project Planner: Ali Giudice, Senior Planner (415) 485-3092 Alicia.giudice@cityofsanrafael.org Proyecto Propuesto Este proyecto incluye una solicitud de Homeward Bound para una Enmienda del Plan General, Enmienda de Zonificación y Permiso de...

Do I need a vegetation inspection?

Short-term Rentals on properties in a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) must show proof of a vegetation inspection as part of their registration. For 2020, property owners will be able to conduct a self-certified vegetation inspection, by completed a Vegetation Inspection Checklist and submitting photos of the front, back, and sides of the property. It is important...

San Rafael Police K9 & Blue

If you love dogs, you’re in for a treat: San Rafael Police Department canine Jesko will be sworn in at the Monday, December 2nd City Council meeting, but the excitement doesn’t stop there; we will also be welcoming Blue, a retired Guide Dogs for the Blind golden retriever/labrador mix who will be providing therapeutic benefits...

General Plan 2040 Update

On Monday December 2, 2019 at 7 p.m., the City Council will hear a progress report on the General Plan 2040 update. Staff will brief the City Council on the status of the project and get input on key policy issues. Topics include transportation policy, including a proposed addition of a “vehicle miles traveled” methodology...

Downtown Business Improvement District Assessment

On Monday December 2, 2019 at 7 p.m., the City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the annual assessment of the Downtown Business Improvement District (BID). The BID works with merchants to promote Downtown as well as advocacy around issues such as beautification, events, parking, safety, and cleanliness. Assessments range from $25 to $425...

Closed for Thanksgiving – Thurs. & Fri. Nov. 28-29

The City’s administrative offices in City Hall, the San Rafael Public Library, and the City’s community centers will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 28-29, for the Thanksgiving holiday. 24-hour operations will remain in effect for the Police and Fire Departments.

2019-12-02 Agenda Packet

How can I file a complaint?

To file a complaint regarding a Short-Term Rental in San Rafael: Call our 24/7 Complaint Hotline at: (415) 521-3556 Submit a compliant online: Short-Term Rental Complaint Online Form For other questions, please contact Hector Carlos at Hector.Carlos@cityofsanrafael.org or at 415.458.5337.

What is the three-strikes policy?

Any hosts who have received three or more upheld citation violations of the program rules in a two year period, they will immediately lose the short-term rental registration.

Do I need to collect taxes for my Short-Term Rental?

Yes, the City requires hosts collect and remit Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT) for all short-term rentals. TOT is 12% (10% City, 2% for MCBIDTA). Airbnb will directly remit the taxes to the city. All other rental site (i.e. VRBO or Turn key ) you will have to remit the tax payment yourself. There is a...

Is there a registration fee?

Yes, there is a $170 registration fee the first time you register your short-term rental. If you are renewing your registration the fee is $135.

How can I register my Short-Term Rental?

Rentalscape is our new provider as of December 1, 2022. Please follow the link at top of page to start your registration.

I share a driveway with my neighbors, can I register my home as a Short-Term Rental?

Yes, Short-term Rentals are allowed on properties vehicle access is shared between neighbors. If you live on a property like this you must provide a "Parking Plan" when you register your property to be used as a short-term rental. A "Parking Plan" must document how the Short-Term Rental will avoid encumbering parking. Documentation may include:...

Are Short-Term Rentals required to provide guest parking?

Yes, one designated off-street parking space must be provided for every four guests. For properties with multiple residential units used as short-term rentals, each rental listing must have its own designated off-street parking.

How many people can stay at my Short-Term Rental?

The City allows two individuals per bedroom plus two additional individuals if the rental provides additional living space. For instance, a studio could accommodate two individuals and a one-bedroom apartment could accommodate four individuals. The City also requires that rentals provide enough off-street parking to meet the number who can stay in the short-term rental. ...

K9 Blue - Welcome!

On November 18, 2019 SRPD officially welcomed our newest member, K9 Blue. Blue is partnered with Mental Health Liaison Lynn Murphy. His official title is: Comfort Dog. Blue is a two-and-a-half-year-old Yellow Lab/Golden Retriever mix. He began his life at Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB) and served his client for a year as a...

How do I prove my Short-Term Rental is my "Primary Residence"?

To prove your Short-Term Rental is your "Primary Residence," you must provide three of the following five documents when you register: Motor vehicle registration; Driver's license; Voter registration; Tax documents showing the Residential Unit as the Permanent Resident's residence for the purposes of a home owner's tax exemption; A utility bill.

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