City Hall and other offices will be closed to the public from December 23 to January 3, but appointments are available upon request. Public safety and emergency services remain available 24/7.  

Wildfire Prevention Direct Assistance

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Wildfire Prevention Direct Assistance Request Form

Thanks to Measure C, we are able to work with our partnering organizations to directly help low-income, elderly, and disabled homeowners reduce the wildfire risk around their home as well as other wildfire mitigation work. These partnerships will help create a more resilient and fire-safe San Rafael.

To request assistance with the removal of Juniper, Italian cypress, bamboo, acacia, or similar defensible space vegetation removal work, please complete the waiver of liability form linked below:

Direct Assistance Waiver of Liability Form

This service is available at no charge to Residents thanks to Measure C, the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority, and other partnering organizations.

Completed forms can be returned to Fire Administration at 1375 Fifth Ave, San Rafael 94901 or via email to srfd.dspace@cityofsanrafael.org

While we will try to help as many San Rafael residents as possible, this service is not guaranteed. This service does not include stump removal or replanting but, will help residents remove the wildfire risks associated fire-hazardous vegetation.

How to Request Assistance

  1. Please fill out the Direct Assistance Waiver of Liability Form.
  2. Email the completed forms to San Rafael Fire Department staff at srfd.dspace@cityofsanrafael.org
  3. Reach out to our assistance support team directly at 415-485-3054.  We will follow up with you as soon as possible.
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