Community Development Agency
Find building permits, plan review and construction inspections. Find zoning maps and official property land-use information.
Source checked October 14, 2026[1]www.marincounty.gov
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Official county building permit guidance. Service boundaries and project requirements must be confirmed with the department.
How to get started
- Confirm which county or city agency handles the property before applying.
- Review the official requirements for your project and use the published application channel.
Official building inspection information. Confirm the request method, permit details and inspection timing with the department.
How to get started
- Confirm which county or city agency handles the property before applying.
- Review the official requirements for your project and use the published application channel.
Official department resource. Confirm jurisdiction, eligible project types and the published instructions before using this service.
How to get started
- Confirm which county or city agency handles the property before applying.
- Review the official requirements for your project and use the published application channel.
Fees
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Check the official website for its current fee schedule. No fee should be assumed to be free.
Forms & documents
Official forms and document pages for this office’s services.
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- [1] Marin — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Marin County · Official page text containing: The Community Development Agency is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and advancing healthy, safe, and equitable commu
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ur government Toggle Search Query Home Departments Community Development Agency Community Development Agency What we do The Community Development Agency is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and advancing healthy, safe, and equitable communities. Find the Division you need CDA Highlights Tam Junction Content text Tam Junction Placemaking Study for community and economic vitality. West Marin Visioning Content text The West Marin Visioning initiative is a community-driven effort to define a shared, long-term vision for the future of West Marin. Septic Regulations Update Content text Updating the Count
- [2] Marin — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Marin County · Official page text containing: The Community Development Agency is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and advancing healthy, safe, and equitable commu
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
ur government Toggle Search Query Home Departments Community Development Agency Community Development Agency What we do The Community Development Agency is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and advancing healthy, safe, and equitable communities. Find the Division you need CDA Highlights Tam Junction Content text Tam Junction Placemaking Study for community and economic vitality. West Marin Visioning Content text The West Marin Visioning initiative is a community-driven effort to define a shared, long-term vision for the future of West Marin. Septic Regulations Update Content text Updating the Count
- [3] Marin — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Marin County · Official page text containing: The Community Development Agency is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and advancing healthy, safe, and equitable commu
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
ur government Toggle Search Query Home Departments Community Development Agency Community Development Agency What we do The Community Development Agency is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and advancing healthy, safe, and equitable communities. Find the Division you need CDA Highlights Tam Junction Content text Tam Junction Placemaking Study for community and economic vitality. West Marin Visioning Content text The West Marin Visioning initiative is a community-driven effort to define a shared, long-term vision for the future of West Marin. Septic Regulations Update Content text Updating the Count
- [4] Marin — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Marin County · Official page text containing: Schedule an inspection for your building permit Building and Safety Division inspections are required by your permit.
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
y for a building permit Understand which permit process applies to you. We have 2 processes depending on what you need. Schedule an inspection for your building permit Building and Safety Division inspections are required by your permit. Active Planning Permit Applications Get information on discretionary Planning Permit applications currently under review. Search for an application by geographic location. Look up an existing building permit Want to know the permit status of a current building project in your neighborhood? Search by location, permit number, and more. Major Housing Projects
- [5] Marin County — How to apply for a building permit (opens in a new tab)
Marin County · Official page text containing: Online permit portal Apply for all building permits through our online portal.
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l review process. Building Permit Submittal Checklist Make a list of documents you need to submit for a building permit Online permit portal Apply for all building permits through our online portal. [External] Submit plans before starting a big job Share your plans with us before you start a big project. Digital plans will speed our review. How does the permit process work? What do I submit? How does this work? What do I get? Self-service permits for properties with septic systems The Environmental Health Services (EHS) division of the Marin County Com
- [6] Marin County — How to apply for a building permit (opens in a new tab)
Marin County · Official page text containing: 415-473-6550
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the building permit process for property owners with septic systems. Print Contact Building and Safety General Contact 415-473-6550 [Phone] To use the California Relay Service (CRS), dial 711 [Phone] Email Building and Safety 3501 Civic Center Drive, Suite 308 San Rafael CA 94903 Mon - Thu: 8:00 am-4:00 pm Fri: 8:00 am-12:00 pm Page last updated on September 1, 2026. Was this page helpful? Return to top Official government website of the County of Marin. Footer menu Jobs and careers Web
- [7] Marin County — How to apply for a building permit (opens in a new tab)
Marin County · Official page text containing: 3501 Civic Center Drive, Suite 308 San Rafael CA 94903
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eral Contact 415-473-6550 [Phone] To use the California Relay Service (CRS), dial 711 [Phone] Email Building and Safety 3501 Civic Center Drive, Suite 308 San Rafael CA 94903 Mon - Thu: 8:00 am-4:00 pm Fri: 8:00 am-12:00 pm Page last updated on September 1, 2026. Was this page helpful? Return to top Official government website of the County of Marin. Footer menu Jobs and careers Website accessibility Privacy policy Contact the Webmaster Sitemap Enter your email to get updates and the latest news in Marin County. Connect to Count
- [8] Marin County — How to apply for a building permit (opens in a new tab)
Marin County · Official page text containing: Mon - Thu: 8:00 am-4:00 pm Fri: 8:00 am-12:00 pm
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
Relay Service (CRS), dial 711 [Phone] Email Building and Safety 3501 Civic Center Drive, Suite 308 San Rafael CA 94903 Mon - Thu: 8:00 am-4:00 pm Fri: 8:00 am-12:00 pm Page last updated on September 1, 2026. Was this page helpful? Return to top Official government website of the County of Marin. Footer menu Jobs and careers Website accessibility Privacy policy Contact the Webmaster Sitemap Enter your email to get updates and the latest news in Marin County. Connect to County of Marin If you are a person with a disability