Land Development

Responsible for performing engineering and technical review services related to issuance of creek, grading, encroachment,  film, trip transportation, and quarry permits for compliance with local, state and federal requirements.  Land Development also serves as the Public Works Department liaison to the Community Development Agency and Building & Safety Division for land use entitlements and review of building permits. Land Development coordinates the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and the Community Rating System (CRS) Program for unincorporated areas of Marin County.  As of November 2019, Land Development is responsible for the implementation of FEMA funded Structure Elevation Program to raise 16 private structures above the base flood elevation.