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Forms, Fees & Resources
Development standards for the improvement of land, buildings and use of property is contained in the City's Municipal Code and General Plan. The handouts below are developed based on these two key documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What can I build in a Single-Family Zone?
- What can I build in a Floodplain or a Floodway?
- Are generators allowed?
- Commonly Used Terms (PDF)
- Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
Maps
- Zoning Map; The Zoning Map (PDF) specifies the types of land use that are allowed and prohibited for each zone. Once you have determined the zoning for a property, see Title 20 of the Municipal Code online for development standards, uses, and other regulations for each zoning district. You can also use the zoning search tool online by address.
- Land Use Map; The General Plan's Land Use Map illustrates allowable density ranges.
- Online Mapping; Go to the MarinMap website to search for a parcel. Zoning, Land Use, and Floodplain Information.
Do You Live in City Limits?
Some Mill Valley addresses (such as those in Strawberry, Tam Valley, Homestead, Almonte, and Alto) are actually in unincorporated portions of Marin County - out of our jurisdiction. Please check the City of Mill Valley Map and List of Streets .
Property Information
Our online database provides access to planning and building records and general property information, such as zoning and general plan land use designations, assessor data (such as lot size), and floodplain designation.
NOTE: All Planning Applications must be mailed or hand-delivered (emails not accepted) and include digital PDF files, printed copies of plans, and all documents.
Main Application
Supplemental Design Review Application and Checklist
Fees
NOTE: The Fire Department's review fees increased on January 3, 2023
- Construction Loans for Low-Income Households (PDF)
- Fee Schedule Effective July 1, 2023 (PDF)
- Planning fees only; see the Building Resources page for permit and impact fees
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Accessory Dwelling Unit Materials (PDF)
- Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance (PDF)
- Accessory Dwelling Unit Application (PDF)
- ADU's New Laws Summary Effective January 1, 2023
- Construction Loan Opportunities (PDF) in exchange for renting out the ADU to an Affordable Household
- For additional tools, such as floor plans and financial calculators, go to the ADU Marin website
- Home Match program - connecting homeowners with community members in need of housing
Address Change
Certificate of Compliance
Construction In A Floodplain
If you are conducting work on a property within the floodplain, please review the Construction in a Floodplain page for more information. You can also read through the Substantial Improvement Worksheet (PDF).
Construction Management Plans
The City of Mill Valley requires many builders and developers to prepare a Construction Management Plan (CMP) that takes into account all relevant aspects of building or demolition work. Please download the City of Mill Valley Construction Management Plan Guidelines (PDF) for more information.
Fences
Fire Prevention and Landscaping
Floor Area Worksheet
Generators
Other Permits
- View road closure, encroachment, sewer connection, grading, watercourse modification permits online
Outdoor Dining and Display
Preliminary Research & Review
SB 330
Signage
Story Pole Certifications
Study Session Requirements
Subdivision, Lot Line Adjustments and Mergers
Supportive Housing Checklist
Tentative Map
Tree Removal
Use Permits
Variance
Wireless Telecommunications
Development Standards & Design Guidelines
- View the Municipal Code website and see Title 20 for Development Standards and Permitted Used by Zoning District.
- Single-Family Zoning Districts:
- Basic Zoning Information for RS (Single Family) Zones (PDF)
- Single Family Design Guidelines (PDF) (Adopted 2019)
- SB9 Addendum: Objective Design Guidelines (PDF) (for qualifying single-family projects that are subject to ministerial Planning Director approval based on objective standards and guidelines, such as SB9. Adopted 2022)
- Basic Zoning Information for RS (Single Family) Zones (PDF)
- Commercial
- Commercial Design Guidelines (PDF) (Adopted 1989)
- Multi-Family, Mixed-Use and Downtown Residential
- Design Guidelines and Development Standards (PDF) (Adopted 2016)
Parking
- Read through Parking Standards Diagram (PDF) for more information.
Affordable Housing
- Summary of Affordable Housing Requirements (PDF)
- Single Family, Mixed-Use, and Multi-Family Development with construction valuation over $100,000 subject to requirements
Floodplain Management
If you are conducting work on a property within the floodplain, please review the Construction in a Floodplain page for more information. You can also read through the Substantial Improvement Worksheet (PDF).