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What is an Environmental and Design Review Permit?The City of San Rafael requires design review of new development projects and exterior building modifications to ensure that the project will maintain a proper balance between existing developments, the natural environment, contribute to the attractiveness of the City, and promote design creativity. What type of projects are...

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Burning of wood is a significant source of fine particulate pollution. Scientific studies indicate that where particular pollution levels are high, respiratory illness and death rates increase. The lifetime cancer risk from wood stove emissions may be 12 times greater than exposure to an equal amount of cigarette smoke. Wood smoke is released both into...

If you live in a damp house, or if you have ever experienced flooding, your home may be breeding an often invisible and always unwelcome intruder—mold. Mold can cause allergies and respiratory disease, and the toxins it produces can wear down the immune system— leaving people, especially children, vulnerable to many illnesses. If you discover...

The Periodic Housing Inspection Program ensures that all residential rental properties with three or more units are safe and habitable. Through systematic inspections, this program guarantees that those who reside in rental units in San Rafael have a safe, livable space which meets the City and State codes for habitability. How does the program work?...

We are extremely serious about ensuring that all massage establishments comply with the City's Massage Ordinance and state law.  The ordinance is intended to protect the public health, safety and welfare by: Ensuring orderly regulation of massage therapy services Providing minimum sanitation and operational standards Requiring minimum qualifications for practitioners and owners Preventing the misuse of...

The code enforcement process can start in a few ways:City staff or other government agencies observe a violation.As part of a pro-active program, such as our Housing Inspection program.In response to a complaint by an individual.Please note that anonymous complaints will not be investigated. (Reporting party information is strictly confidential and is never released.Whether you...

Permit Examples Include: Project Examples  Include: Current Building Permits Building Permit Application Status Inspection Status Current Fire Permits Residential Building Reports Historical Building or Fire Prevention Records Current Planning Project Status Use Permits Environmental and Design Reviews Sign Permits Accessory Dwelling Units Subdivisions Note: There is some overlap between current records and historic records for...

We strive to provide excellent customer service through the building inspection process by verifying minimum requirements to safeguard the public health, safety and general welfare through structural strength, sanitation, adequate lighting and ventilation, green building, and energy conservation; safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment; and to provide...