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How much housing does Fairfax need to plan for?

The number of housing units each city and county must plan for is determined by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (State HCD) every eight years, referred to as housing ‘cycles.’ In the upcoming 6th cycle, Fairfax is currently expected to plan for a minimum of 490 housing units.

Why does Fairfax need to plan for more housing?

The need for every city and county in California to plan for their ‘fair share’ of the projected housing need is based in Housing Element Law, enacted in 1969 (Government Code Section 65583). The concept behind the law is that, in order for the private development market to adequately address housing demand, local governments must … Continued

What is a Housing Element?

A state-mandated policy document that identifies where and how cities will accommodate existing and projected future housing needs for people of all income groups. As one of 7 elements of the Fairfax General Plan, it is required to be updated every eight years.

What is a short-term rental?

A short-term residential rental is a rental of all or a portion of your home for periods of less than 30 nights.

Use of Ballfield and Mono Ally

Use of Ballfield for Outdoor Classes You may use this form to also apply to use the ballfield for outdoor classes.  All classes are subject to compliance with industry-specific requirements outlined in the Marin County public health orders. Business must list the hours they intend to hold classes.  The use of the ballfield is based … Continued

Use of Public Parking Spaces

Description: Public parking spaces are all parking on public streets, such as Bolinas Rd.. At this time we are not allowing the use of parking spaces within public Town parking lot for private use. Specific Standards: In addition to the common standards listed above, the following standards apply to a Use of Public Parking Spaces Restaurants must … Continued

Use of Public Sidewalks

Specific Standards: In addition to the common standards listed above, the following standards apply to a Use of Public Sidewalks: Dining and retail activity and merchandise display area must be limited to the street frontage width of the business, unless an adjacent business allows the use of their public space. Applications are automatically approved with the … Continued

What are the new Covid 19 protocols for camps you are considering?

Staff assisted entry/exit to monitor overall reduced capacity   Staggered start times for entry/exit safety  Smaller class groups and reduced number of classes offered at one time – maximum of 12 campers.    Marked physical distance spaces in common areas  Scheduled times and processes for disinfecting equipment throughout each day  Daily staff and camper health checks with … Continued

I’m replacing and repairing siding for an affordable housing development, which is one of the Essential Businesses that provide shelter for economically disadvantaged residents. May I continue work?

The Public Health Order allows construction or repair necessary to ensure that buildings containing Essential Businesses(e.g. grocery stores, banks, gas stations, restaurants with delivery/carry out, auto-repair, healthcare, education, etc.) and businesses that provide food, shelter, and social services for economically disadvantaged individuals, are safe, sanitary, or habitable to the extent such construction or repair cannot … Continued

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