Permits and Licenses

This collection of links contains useful information about permits and licenses and other services available in the County of Marin.

Birth and Death Certificates

The increase of identity theft, new laws make it difficult for someone to order a vital record

Birth Certificates

Birth Certificate Request Form

Building And Permit Application

A list of required documents for permit applications.

Building and Safety

Enforcing State and County building codes to ensure buildings are safe.

Building Permit Requirements

Details of all requirements and fees that are collected for a permit.

Business License

Information on the Business License Tax ordinance.

Business License Applications

Downloadable business license application form.

Business License Tax Schedule

Business License Tax schedule information and fees.

Creek Permit

Application for permit to build with or near a watercourse.

Green Building Requirements

All residential and commercial project information for green building.

Notary Public Oaths

Licenses & Certificates - Notary Public Oaths 

Process Server Registration

Licenses & Certificates - Process Server Registration 

Professional Photocopier

Licenses & Certificates - Professional Photocopier Registration

Scheduling An Inspection

Contact numbers and required information for scheduling an inspection.

Second Unit Amnesty Program

Marin County is continuing the Second Unit Amnesty Program

Setbacks Fact Sheet

Zoning district examples of permitted uses for setbacks.

Uniform Construction Standard Index

Uniform Construction Standards Index.

Water And Septic System

Details of the evaluation process and permitting of on-site sewage systems.