What we do
The Community Development Agency is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and advancing healthy, safe, and equitable communities.
Popular services
- How to apply for a building permit
- Find zoning designations and basic property information
- Short Term Rentals
- See a restaurant’s inspection results
- Get information on housing and funding for projects
- Learn about accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
- Get a rebate for converting your appliance from gas to electric
Building in Marin
- Get a planning permit New projects and businesses sometimes need more than a building permit or business license. Learn more about when you need a Planning Permit and how to apply.
- Learn about accessory dwelling units (ADUs) Learn about the benefits of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and the design, building, and planning process.
- How to apply for a building permit Start here for your building permit
- Schedule an inspection for your building permit Request an inspection with the Building and Safety division by phone or online.
- Active Planning Permit Applications Get information on discretionary Planning Permit applications currently under review. Search for an application by geographic location.
- Daily building permits report See information about each permit issued by our building division.
Information for residents
- Find zoning designations and basic property information Get zoning designations and basic information for properties in the unincorporated areas of Marin County.
- Jurisdiction Search Tool Use this tool to identify which jurisdiction a property is located within.
- Learn about Code Compliance and how to file code complaints. The Code Compliance Division investigates and resolves alleged violations related to zoning, construction, and environmental health codes.
- Search for records Search for permit history and other archived county documents.
- Housing help Find resources to help you locate or maintain housing.
- Helping with medical waste How to dispose of sharps, lancets, and unwanted or no longer needed medication.
- Beach water quality information Weekly test results April through October
- Short Term Rentals Learn about Short Term Rentals (STR) in unincorporated Marin County.
Funds for your project
- Get a rebate for converting your appliance from gas to electric Cash back to go electric.
- Funding opportunities for affordable housing Get funding for the development and preservation of affordable housing.
- ADU and JADU fee waiver program Reduce your fees when building an accessory dwelling unit. (ADU)
Environment
- Green building requirements Get green building checklists for to improve your construction projects.
- Environmental Review Learn more about projects subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
- How sea level rise affects you Learn about the impact of a shrinking coastline.
- Climate Action Plan Learn how we plan to address the challenges of climate to the year 2030.
Restaurants and food facilities
- Learn about mobile food facilities Permits, fees and operational requirements for a mobile food business.
- Understand the reusable foodware ordinance A new local ordinance for dine-in and take-out food facilities.
- Starting a food business in Marin County Learn about permits and certifications you need to start a food business.