Category: Town News

Recreation Quarterly Newsletter | June 2024

Happy June in Fairfax! The days are getting longer, and the sunshine is getting brighter, school is almost out, and dreamy beach days are upon us! We have lots of fun classes, programs and events happening right here in your own backyard. Join us for our favorite season of the year! Read the latest newsletter … Continued

Town Newsletter | May 29, 2024

Read our latest newsletter to learn about: Upcoming roadwork and traffic advisories Wall Property acquisition updates Fairfax Festival 2024 Annual General Adjustment Short term rental registration Summer camps And more! Subscribe to the newsletter Subscribe to get this newsletter sent directly to you!

Town Council meeting recap | May 22, 2024

Photo credit: Martha E. Ture, Mt. Tamalpais Photography May 22, 2024 Highlights Consideration and Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between the Town of Fairfax and Marin Open Space Trust (MOST) Regarding the Acquisition of the Wall Property Mayor Coler and Town Attorney Janet Coleson presented an overview of the Wall Property acquisition. The Council … Continued

2024 Annual General Adjustment Announcement

Annually, the Town of Fairfax adjusts the maximum rent increase percentage. Starting September 1, the maximum percentage for increasing rent to applicable residences (see this applicability chart) will change to 2.85% from 2.52%. The maximum annual rent increase is called the Annual General Adjustment (AGA). Under the Town’s Rent Stabilization ordinance, the AGA is set at … Continued

Get Ready for the 45th Annual Fairfax Festival and Ecofest!

The Fairfax Festival and Ecofest is back for its 45th year, bringing the community together to celebrate music, art, and eco-friendly living. Known as one of the top music festivals in the region, this event attracts thousands to downtown Fairfax each year. What makes the Fairfax Festival special? It’s more than just a party – … Continued

Town Newsletter | May 14, 2024

Read our latest newsletter to learn about: Scenic Road Updates Housing Warm Line Bike to School Day Summer Camps Defensible Space Inspections EV and Ebike Show event And more! Subscribe to the newsletter Subscribe to get this newsletter sent directly to you!

Home Match Program, helping age friendly people screen for roommates

Available in Fairfax, Marin County has partnered with nonprofit Front Porch to offer a program called Home Match that specifically helps seniors screen for roommates. Homeowners or master tenants that are financially vulnerable and have available rooms in their homes (called “home providers”) are matched with low- to moderate-income people seeking affordable housing local to … Continued

Register your short term rental online

Starting April 15, 2024, all short-term rentals (STRs) in the Town of Fairfax are required to be registered with the Town. This requires an annual registration fee, and the collection and remittance of Hotel User’s Tax (HUT). Operating a STR without registering the unit with the Town violates Town Code and is subject to citations, … Continued

Defensible Space Evaluations are coming to your neighborhood!

In a collaborative and ongoing effort to enhance wildfire safety, the local fire departments are working closely with the community on effective vegetation management around your homes. This initiative not only facilitates safer evacuations but also plays a crucial role in slowing the spread of wildfires. From now until the end of June, as weather … Continued

Town Council meeting recap | May 8, 2024

Photo credit: Martha E. Ture, Mt. Tamalpais Photography May 8, 2024 Highlights This meeting was in-person only.  Receive Scientific Survey Results Regarding a Possible Bond Measure for Road Repairs Town Manager Heather Abrams and town consultant Lucia del Puppo presented the Town Council with the results of the scientific survey issued regarding a possible bond … Continued

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