Agenda packet — San Anselmo City Council, November 10, 2025 (part 2 of 2)

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The Town Council recognizes the fact that Marin County has been plagued many times since the late 1800’s and early 1900’s by brush and forest fires which not only threaten destruction, but on a number of occasions devastated large portions of communities.

The desire of the community to preserve natural vegetation has resulted in the encroachment of brush and grass on fire roads, trails, breaks and streets within the Town, thus rendering such separations ineffective against the spread of fires and safe egress. Natural growth, which is highly flammable during the drier months of the year, encroaches upon many properties, thus posing a potential fire threat to many structures and creating a substantial hindrance to the control of such fires.

With the given profile of the Town of San Anselmo and based on research performed by members of the Ross Valley Fire Department staff, the Town has established certain requirements, which were developed to increase the level of safety and reduce the level of exposure to the citizens of the Town as well as protect the buildings (investments) within its boundaries. The following points were established as factors which caused concern and are herein established and submitted as the “Findings of Fact”:

1. CLIMATIC:
a. Precipitation. The normal year’s rainfall is approximately 30 to 50 inches on the average calendar year. The area has been subject to extended periods of drought and less than normal rainfall as well as intense rains, which have caused local flooding and damage from geotechnical failure (landslides). Approximately ninety percent (90%) of the annual rainfall occurs during the months of November through April, and 10% from May through October.
b. Relative Humidity. Moisture in the air, also known as relative humidity, changes significantly during any given day. Humidity generally ranges from 50% during daytime hours to 85% at night. It drops to 30% during the summer months and occasionally drops lower. During periods when the area experiences easterly hot, dry winds, the relative humidity drops significantly, thus creating a greater danger. c. Temperatures. Average summer highs are in the 75 degree to 85 degree range.

There are weather periods where temperatures can rapidly reach 100 degrees and have been recorded even higher.
d. Winds. Prevailing winds are generally from the West. However, winds are experienced from virtually every direction at one time or another, due to topography.

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fire in the community. Times of little or no rainfall, of low humidity and high temperatures create extremely hazardous conditions.

Furthermore, winds experienced in this area can have a tremendous impact upon structure fires of buildings in close proximity to one another and wildland areas. All water storage and supply comes from reservoirs and lakes within the county, and are affected by the climate accordingly.

2. GEOLOGICAL and TOPOGRAPHICAL:
a. Geographic. The geographical features in and around the Town of San Anselmo are a source of enjoyment for our residents. The mountain, hills, and valleys provide a natural beauty to the area with forested hills and golden yellow meadows leading up to them. These geographic features form the backdrop for the residential and commercial communities and dictate the locations of roadways and building locations. These geographic features also create barriers, which negatively affect accessibility and influence fire behavior during major conflagrations. Many structures (new and old) are constructed of highly combustible material, which offer little resistance to fire and could contribute to the spread of fire. For practical and cost reasons, new structures are built of wood (type V) construction. The potential for conflagration exists with the density of the various specific areas of the Town. The concentrated commercial and residential occupancies cause concern when considering the “exposure” elements of building to building to grass and brush areas of the Town. b. Seismic Location. The Town of San Anselmo lies within the recognized seismic design category E and F. While the area has experienced several significant seismic events, there has been a minimum of damage. The Town sits between two active earthquake faults (San Andreas and Hayward) and numerous potentially active faults. The potential for great damage exists, and must be considered as a real threat. c. Size and Population The Town of San Anselmo encompasses an area of 2.7 miles with a resident population of approximately 12,400. The Town is served by the Ross Valley Fire Department. Ross Valley Fire has three (3) stations (two of which are in San Anselmo, and one in Fairfax), 33 fire personnel (serving the Towns of Fairfax, Ross, San Anselmo and the Sleepy Hollow Fire Protection District), with diverse responsibilities including wildland, urban, and paramedical. d. Roads and Streets. Several of the heavily populated areas have limited roadways and escape routes. The Town of San Anselmo has numerous narrow, winding roads, some barely passable with modern fire apparatus, causing access problems and extended travel times especially in the older hillside sections of the jurisdiction. The accessibility for fire department apparatus is of concern due to the lack of turnouts and roadway widths which increase response time. e. Topography. The Department's service area is a conglomeration of oak plains, hills, valleys and ridges. The flatter lands are found in the center portion of the service area and approximately half of the residential development is in this area. The other half of the service area with residential development consists of hillsides with slopes ranging from approximately 15-30% and 30+%. These hazardous conditions present an

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exceptional and continuing fire danger to the residents of the community due to the difficulty of the terrain and topography of the area, much of it consisting of boxed canyons with steep, brush covered slopes; narrow winding streets used by residents of the area and the Fire Department for ingress and egress, steep hills which hinder Fire Department response time; older and inadequate water systems in certain areas of the community; and the location of buildings and structures with relation to these dangerous areas. The water supply for domestic and fire flow systems within the Town are directly affected by the topographical layout of the Town. The supply of water comes from lakes, which are managed by a public utility district responsible for maintaining an adequate supply. The water distribution system within the Town is very old in some areas served by mains, which are inadequate in size to provide water for fire protection.

The valley floor is served by mains which contain an exceptionally large volume of water for fire protection. The Town of San Anselmo has a base elevation of approximately 46 feet and extends to areas in excess of 1100 feet above sea level. f. Vegetation. The Town Council recognizes that the Town of San Anselmo has within its borders and along its boundaries, significant areas of grass, brush and heavily forested lands. In addition, the natural vegetation of the area has been altered by the addition of ornamental trees and shrubs, which are not native and add fuel around the houses and buildings of our community. The south facing exposure is primarily annual grasses and highly flammable brush, with occasional clumps of bay and oak trees in the more sheltered pockets. The north facing slopes are heavily wooded from lower elevations to ridge with oak and bay trees and minor shrubs of the general chaparral class. Expansion of the residential community into areas of heavier vegetation has resulted in homes existing in close proximity to dense natural foliage. Often such dwellings are completely surrounded by highly combustible vegetation compounding the potential fire danger. Of particular recent notice is the increase in dead down fuel and ladder accumulation directly associated with the dead oak syndrome. g. Summary. The above local geographic and topographic conditions increase the magnitude, exposure, accessibility problems, and fire hazards presented to the Fire Department.

Fire following an earthquake has the potential of causing greater loss of life and damage than the earthquake itself.

The valley floor has zones recognized by the Federal Emergency Management Agency as flood zones. During times of intense rainfall, flooding and landslides have occurred which have destroyed structures and threatened lives. Within the past decade, these events have caused the local government to declare disasters and seek state and federal assistance.

Some of the existing structures in the commercial areas of the Town lack the required firewall separation. These structures cause concern to the Fire Department because of the potential for major conflagration. As these structures are replaced, the exposure potential will be significantly reduced.

Several other variables may tend to intensify a fire incident, such as the extent of damage to the water system; the extent of roadway damage and/or amount of debris

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Section Number: Local climatic, geological and topographical conditions 102.5 1a, 1b, 1e, 2a, 2b, 2d, 2e
104.12 2c, 2g
105.5.60 1e, 2a, 2b, 2d, 2e, 2f
105.6.26 1e, 2a, 2b, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
202 1e, 2a, 2b, 2d, 2e, 2f
324.1 – 324.4 2b, 2d, 2e, 2g
401.1.1 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
401.3.2.1 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
401.3.2.2 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
403.1.1 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
403.9.1.4 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
503.1 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.1.4 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.1.5 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.1.5.1 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.1.5.2 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.1.5.3 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.2.1 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.2.6.1 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.4 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.4.2 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.6.1 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.6.2 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
503.6.3 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g

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506.1 2a, 2d, 2e, 2g
507.5.1 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
507.5.1.2 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
507.5.7 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
510.1 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2g
901.7 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
903.2 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
903.2.1 – 903.2.4 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
903.3.10 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
903.6.1 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
906.11 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
907.2 2c, 2d, 2g
907.2.13.1.2 2c, 2d, 2g
907.6.6 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
907.8.5.1 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
918.1 – 918.3 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
1103.1 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
1103.2 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
1103.3 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
1104 - 1105 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
1201.4 – 1201.7 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
1208 – 1208.6 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
3306.5.2 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2g
3306.5.3 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2g
3306.5.4 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2g
3307.5.2 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2g
5601.1.3 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2g
5608.1.2 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g
5608.2 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2g
C103.1 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
C103.2 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
C103.3 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
I, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and complete copy of a resolution duly passed and adopted by the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo at a regular meeting thereof held on the 10 day of November, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

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ABSENT:
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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Town Clerk

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Item #: 2.5

STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 2.5
MEETING DATE: November 10, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Public Hearing and Adoption of an Ordinance of the San Anselmo Municipal Code to repeal an replace
Title 3, Chapter 3, Article 10 of the San Anselmo
Municipal Code to adopt by reference the 2025
Edition of the California Wildland-Urban Interface
Code and the 2024 International Wildland-Urban
Interface Code with certain local amendments. This
does not constitute a “project” pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines section 15378; and under the “common
sense” exemption CEQA Guideline section
15061(b)(3).

FROM: Ross Valley Fire Department and Community
Development Department
RECOMMENDATION That the Town Council hold a public hearing and adopt the attached Ordinance to repeal an replace Title 3, Chapter 3, Article 10 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code to adopt by reference the 2025 Edition of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code and the 2024 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code with certain local amendments.

And
Adopt a Resolution adopting findings of fact and confirming need for change or modifications to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code because of local conditions.

BACKGROUND AND RECOMMENDED ACTION
On October 28, at a regularly scheduled and duly noticed public meeting, the Town Council introduced and conducted a first reading of an Ordinance to repeal an replace Title 3, Chapter 3, Article 10 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code to adopt by reference the 2025 Edition of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code and the 2024 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code with certain local amendments.

Relevant background material may be found here.
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Item #: 2.5
Typically, the Town Council conducts the public hearing on a proposed ordinance at the time of introduction and first reading. However, Government Code sections 50022.1 et seq. requires a slightly different procedure for an ordinance that is adopting another code by reference, as is the case here. When a code is adopted by reference, the public hearing must be scheduled after the first reading, i.e., at the time of the second reading and adoption.

Staff recommends that the Council hold a public hearing and adopt the applicable Ordinance amendments, as set forth in Attachment 1.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
The Ordinance amendment is consistent with the Town’s General Plan within the following sections:
- D. Issues Objectives and Policies

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
Adoption of the proposed ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act because it has no potential for causing a significant effect on the environment (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, § 15061(b)(3)).

Adoption of the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Code is consistent with the Town of San Anselmo’s Climate Action Plan because it advances the Plan’s objectives to reduce wildfire risk and increase community resilience to climate change. The WUI Code establishes building and vegetation management standards that help protect homes and neighborhoods in fire-prone areas, aligning with the Plan’s adaptation and hazard mitigation strategies.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1- Draft Ordinance
Attachment 2- Draft Resolutions
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Therefore, the Town Council hereby makes the factual findings set forth in “Exhibit A,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and finds that the amendments made in this ordinance to the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code are reasonably necessary because of the local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions stated in Resolution Adopting Findings of Fact.

The Town Council further finds that adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) under California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15061 (b)(3).

SECTION 2. Municipal Code Amended:

Chapter 3-3 of the Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

SECTION 3-3.1001. ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN

INTERFACE CODE AND INTERNATIONAL

WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE
The Town Council of San Anselmo does hereby adopt, for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from the intrusion of fire from wildland exposures, the following, which shall be collectively known as the “Town Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Code”:

1. The 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, which consists of certain portions of the 2024 edition of the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code as amended by the California Building Standards Commission, including:
a. Appendix A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, the whole thereof, save and except such portions as are hereafter amended by 3-3.1002 of this Ordinance.
b. Appendix B VEGETATION MANAGEMENT PLANS
c. Appendix F CHARACTERISTICS OF FIRE-SMART VEGETATION

2. The International Wildland-Urban Interface Code published by the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code Council, Inc., 2024 Edition hereof and the whole thereof, save and except such portions as are 2 250
hereinafter deleted, modified or amended by Section 3-3.1002 of this Ordinance.

Each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions, and terms of said Town Wildland-Urban Interface Code are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this Ordinance, subject only to the amendments and deletions herein. Not less than one (1) copy of the Codes and Standards hereby adopted is filed in the office of the Fire Marshal of the Ross Valley Fire Department and from the date on which this Ordinance shall take effect, and the provisions thereof shall be controlling within the limits of the Town of San Anselmo.

SECTION 3-3.1002. AMENDMENTS MADE TO THE 2025

CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE
CODE, 2024 INTERNATIONAL

WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE
The 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code and the 2024 International Wildland-Urban Interface is amended and changed in the following respects:

CHAPTER 1

SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION
Section 101.3.1 of Chapter 1 is hereby amended by deleting exception 5. and the following language substituted in its place:
101.3.1 Application. New buildings located in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone
Section 101.3.1.1 of Chapter 1 is hereby deleted and the following language substituted in its place:
101.3.1.1 Application date and where required. New buildings and substantial remodels located in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone or Wildland-Urban Interface Area shall comply with this code, including all of the following areas:

All unincorporated lands designated by the State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection as State Responsibility Area (SRA) and Local Responsibility Areas (LRA) including:

Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

High Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

Land designated as a wildland-urban interface area by the Town of San Anselmo
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Section 101.5 of Chapter 1 is hereby deleted and the following language substituted in its place:
101.5 Additions or alterations. Additions or alterations may be made to any building or structure without requiring the existing building or structure to comply with all of the requirements of this code provided the additions or alterations do not constitute a substantial remodel and, provided the addition or alteration conforms to that required for a new building or structure.

Exception: Provisions of this code that specifically apply to existing conditions are retroactive. See Sections 402.3, and 601.1.

Additions or alterations shall not be made to an existing building or structure that will cause the existing building or structure to be in violation of any of the provisions of this code nor shall such additions or alterations cause the existing building or structure to become unsafe. An unsafe condition shall be deemed to have been created if an addition or alteration will cause the existing building or structure to become structurally unsafe or overloaded; will not provide adequate access in compliance with the provisions of this code or will obstruct existing exits or access; will create a fire hazard; will reduce required fire resistance or will otherwise create conditions dangerous to human life.

Section 101.6 of Chapter 1 is hereby deleted and the following language substituted in its place:
101.6 Maintenance. All buildings, structures, access, water supply, landscape materials, vegetation, defensible space or other devices or safeguards required by this code shall be maintained in conformance with the code edition under which the same were installed. The owner or the owner’s designated agent shall be responsible for the maintenance of buildings, structures, access roads, water supplies, landscape materials and vegetation.

Section 104.2 of Chapter 1 is hereby deleted and the following language substituted in its place:

Section 104.2 Determination of compliance. The Fire Chief is authorized to determine compliance, render interpretations of this code and to make and enforce rules and supplemental regulations and to develop Fire Protection Standards to carry out the application and intent of its provisions. Such interpretations, rules, and regulations, and standards shall be in conformance with the intent and purpose of this 4 252
code. A copy of such rules and regulations shall be filed with the Fire Chief of Ross Valley Fire Department and shall be in effect immediately thereafter. Additional copies shall be available for distribution to the public.

Section 104.7 of Chapter 1 is hereby deleted.

Section 105.2.1 of Chapter 1 is hereby added to read as follows:
105.2.1 Local permits required. In addition to the permits required by section 105.2, the following permits shall be obtained from the Fire Prevention Division prior to installation of the following:
a. Implementation of a Fire Protection Plan.
b. Implementation of a Vegetation Plan.

Section 110 of Chapter 1 is hereby deleted and the following language substituted in its place:

SECTION 110 CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
No building, structure or premises shall be used or occupied, and no change in the existing occupancy classification of a building, structure, premise or portion thereof shall be made until the code official has issued a “Final Approval” for occupancy thereof. The “Final Approval” for occupancy shall not be issued until the “Final Approval” for occupancy indicating that the project is in compliance with this code has been issued by the code official.

Issuance of a “Certificate of Completion” shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of other pertinent laws and ordinances of the Town of San Anselmo. Certificates presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other laws or ordinances of the Town of San Anselmo shall not be valid.

CHAPTER 2

DEFINITIONS
Section 202 of Chapter 2 is hereby amended by adding the following definitions:

CODE OFFICIAL. The official designated by the Town of San Anselmo to interpret and enforce building standards of this code, shall be the Town of San Anselmo Building Official. The official designated by the Town of San Anselmo 5 253
to interpret and enforce fire and life safety provisions of this code shall be the Ross Valley Fire Department Fire Chief or their designated representative.

SUBSTANTIAL REMODEL. Shall mean the renovation of any structure, which combined with any additions to the structure, affects a floor area which exceeds fifty percent of the existing floor area of the structure within any 36 month period. When any changes are made in the building, such as walls, columns, beams or girders, floor or ceiling joists and coverings, roof rafters, roof diaphragms, foundations, piles or retaining walls or similar components, the floor area of all rooms affected by such changes shall be included in computing floor areas for the purposes of applying this definition. This definition does not apply to the replacement and upgrading of residential roof coverings.

VMP. Shall mean Vegetation Management Plan or Vegetation Plan.

CHAPTER 4

WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE AREA REQUIREMENTS
Section 402.1.1 of Chapter 4 is hereby deleted and the following language substituted in its place:
402.1.1 Access. New subdivisions, as determined by Ross Valley Fire Department, shall be provided with fire apparatus access roads in accordance with the California Fire Code as amended
Section 402.2.1 is hereby deleted and the following language substituted in its place:
402.2.1 Access. Individual structures hereafter constructed, substantial remodels, or relocated into or within wildland-urban interface areas shall be provided with fire apparatus access in accordance with the California Fire Code and driveways in accordance with Section 403.

Section 402.2.2 is hereby deleted and the following language substituted in its place:
402.2.2 Water supply. Individual structures hereafter constructed, substantial remodels, or relocated into or within wildland urban interface areas shall be provided with a conforming water supply in accordance with Section 404.

Exception: Buildings not more than 120 square feet.

Section 403.1.2 of Chapter 4 is hereby deleted and the following language 6 254
substituted in its place:
403.1.2 Width.
a. All roads shall be constructed to provide a minimum of two ten-foot traffic lanes, not including shoulder and striping. These traffic lanes shall provide for two-way traffic flow to support emergency vehicle and civilian egress, unless other standards are provided in this article or additional requirements are mandated by local jurisdictions or local subdivision requirements. Vertical clearances shall conform to the requirements in California Vehicle Code Section 35250.
b. All one-way roads shall be constructed to provide a minimum of one sixteen-foot traffic lane, not including Shoulders. The Local Jurisdiction may approve One-way Roads.
(1) All one-way roads shall, at both ends, connect to a road with two traffic lanes providing for travel in
different directions, and shall provide access to an
area currently zoned for not more than ten (10)
Residential Units.
(2) In no case shall a One-way Road exceed 2,640 feet in length. A turnout shall be placed and constructed at
approximately the midpoint of each One-way Road.
c. All driveways shall be constructed to provide a minimum unobstructed horizontal clearance of 16 feet and a minimum unobstructed vertical clearance of 15 feet. A driveway shall not serve in excess of five dwelling units.

Exception: When such driveways meet the requirements for an access road in accordance with the California Fire Code as amended.

Section 403.1.3 of Chapter 4 is hereby deleted and the following language substituted in its place:
403.1.3 Road Surfaces.
a. Road and driveway surfaces shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds and provide an aggregate base.
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c. Surface materials shall be all weather surface that is either A/C paving, concrete, or other materials as approved by the AHJ.

Section 403.1.4 of Chapter 4 is hereby amended to add the following:
403.1.4 (c) Any grade approved to exceed 16% is required to be concrete with transverse cuts or kerf-cuts so as to allow for water run-off and traction. Turf block and similar products are not permitted. The length of that portion of the road or driveway cannot exceed 100 feet, and the section immediately preceding and proceeding that portion of the road or driveway for a distance of 200 feet on both sides shall have grades not greater than 15%.

Section 403.1.6 of Chapter 4 is hereby deleted and the following language substituted in its place:

Section 403.1.6 Turnarounds.
a. Turnarounds are required on driveways and dead-end roads. b. Driveway turnarounds shall have a minimum inside radius of 27 feet and outside turning radius of not less than 47 feet. If a hammerhead/T is used instead, the top of the “T” shall be a minimum of sixty (60) feet in length.
c. Driveways exceeding 150 feet in length, but less than 800 feet in length, shall provide a turnout near the midpoint of the driveway in addition to a turnaround at the end of the driveway. Where the driveway exceeds 800 feet, turnouts shall be provided not more than 300 feet apart.
d. A turnaround shall be provided on driveways over 150 feet in length and shall be within fifty (50) feet of the building. e. Each dead-end road shall have a turnaround constructed at its terminus. Where parcels are zoned five (5) acres or larger, turnarounds shall be provided at a maximum of 800-foot intervals.

Section 403.1.10 of Chapter 4 is hereby deleted and the following language substituted in its place:
403.1.10 Gate entrances.
a. All gates shall open fully to provide an unobstructed passage width of not less than 16 feet or a minimum of two feet wider than 8 256
the approved net clear opening of the required all weather roadway or driveway and a minimum net vertical clearance of 15 feet.
b. All gates providing access from a road to a driveway shall be located at least thirty (30) feet from the roadway and shall open to allow a vehicle to stop without obstructing traffic on that Road. c. Where a one-way road with a single traffic lane provides access to a gated entrance, a forty-foot turning radius shall be used. d. Security gates shall not be installed without approval. Where security gates are installed, they shall have an approved means of emergency operation. Approval shall be by the local authority having jurisdiction. The security gates and the emergency operation shall be maintained operational at all times.

Section 403.1.11 is hereby added as follows:
403.1.11 Restricted access. Where emergency vehicle access is restricted because of secured access roads or driveways or where immediate access is necessary for life saving or firefighting purposes, the code official is authorized to require a key access to be installed in an accessible location. The key access shall be of a type approved by the code official and shall contain keys or an approved key switch to gain necessary access as required by the code official.

CHAPTER 5

SPECIAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION REGULATIONS
Chapter 5 special building construction regulations shall be enforced as adopted per San Anselmo Municipal Code Title 9.

CHAPTER 6

FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS
Section 602.3.1 is amended to include the following:

Section 602.3.1

4. The map shall include all existing emergency water
supplies.

Section 602.3.2 is amended by adding the following:
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Section 602.3.2

7. Identify the location of fire protection systems or
equipment.

8. Identify any power sources, meters, and shut downs.

Section 603.3, is amended to read as follows:

Vegetation Management Plan: A Vegetation Management Plan (VMP) shall be provided for all substantial remodels and new construction, or when required by the code official. The Vegetation Management Plan shall include development and maintenance requirements for the Vegetation Management zone adjacent to structures and roadways and provide significant fire hazard reduction benefits for public and firefighting safety.

Section 603.3.1, is amended to read as follows:

Delineation of the Zone 0 (0’-5’), Zone 1 (5’-30’), Zone 2 (30’-100’) fuel management zones from all structures and Zone 3 (10’ on either side of the road or driveway).

Section 604.6 is hereby added with language to read as follows:

Section 604.6 Fire Hazard Reduction. Any person who owns, leases, controls or maintains any building or structure, vacant lands, open space, and/or lands within specific Wildland Urban Interface areas of the jurisdiction of the [Local AHJ], shall comply with the following:

1. Cut and remove all hazardous vegetation and ground coverings within 100 feet of structures, up to 200 feet when topographic or combustible vegetative types necessitate removal as determined by the Fire Code Official.

2. Remove accumulated dead vegetation on the property.

3. Cut and remove tree limbs that overhang wood decks and roofs.

4. Remove that portion of any tree which extends within 10 feet of any chimney or stovepipe, roof surfaces and roof gutters.

5. Clean any leaves and needles from roofs and gutters.

6. Cut and remove growth less than 3-inches in diameter, from the ground up to a height of 10 feet, provided that no crown shall be 10 258
raised to a point so as to remove branches from more than the lower one-third of the tree’s total height.

7. Ladder fuels shall be removed within 30 feet of the structure.

8. When required by the Fire Code Official, cut and remove trees that are 8" of diameter or less at breast height, or four feet, six inches above ground, to achieve canopy separation within 30 feet of the structure.

9. Vegetation clearance requirements for new construction and substantial remodels in Wildland-Urban Interface Areas shall be in accordance with the 2025 Wildland-Urban Interface Code, as amended by the Town of San Anselmo
EXCEPTION 1: When approved by the Fire Code Official, single specimens of trees, ornamental shrubbery or similar plants, or plants used as ground covers, provided that they do not form a means of rapidly transmitting fire from the native growth to any structure.

EXCEPTION 2: When approved by the Fire Code Official, grass and other vegetation located more than 30 feet (9144 mm) from buildings or structures less than 18 inches (457 mm) in height above the ground need not be removed where necessary to stabilize soil, and prevent erosion.

Section 604.7, is added to read as follows:

Section 604.7 Fire Hazard Reduction from Roadways. The Fire Code Official is authorized to cause areas within 10 feet (3048 cm) on each side of portions of highways, fire apparatus access roads (improved or unimproved), and driveways (improved or unimproved), which are improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic to be cleared of flammable vegetation and other combustible growth.

EXCEPTION 1: When approved by the Fire Code Official, single specimens of trees, ornamental shrubbery or similar plants, or plants used as ground covers, provided that they do not form a means of rapidly transmitting fire from the native growth to any structure.

Section 613 of Chapter 6 is hereby added with the following language:

Section 613 Fire Protection Systems
Section 613.1 of Chapter 6 is hereby added with the following language:
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Section 613.1 General. The installation of fire protection systems shall be in accordance with nationally recognized standards and Fire Protection Standards.

Section 613.2 of Chapter 6 is hereby added with the following language:

Section 613.2 Automatic Fire Sprinkler System
An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all occupancies, in new buildings, and substantial remodels. The installation of the automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be in accordance with nationally recognized standards and Fire Protection Standards.

Section 613.3 of Chapter 6 is hereby added with the following language:

Section 613.3 Exterior Wildfire Protection System.

An approved system of devices and equipment which is automatically or manually activated to discharge water and or an approved fire-extinguishing agent onto the structure and or the exterior of the structure to hydrate the Immediate Zone 0 (0-5 feet from the home, including the home) and the Intermediate Zone 1 (5-30 feet from the home).

Section 613.3.1 of Chapter 6 is hereby added with the following language:

Section 613.3.1 General. Exterior Wildfire Protection Systems shall comply with this section.

Section 613.3.1 of Chapter 6 is hereby added with the following language:

Section 613.3.2 Construction documents. Documentation of the system shall be submitted per 901.2 of the California Fire Code.

Section 613.3.2 of Chapter 6 is hereby added with the following language:

Section 613.3.3 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in section 901.3 of the California Fire Code.

CHAPTER 7

REFERENCED STANDARDS
Chapter 7 is hereby amended to add the following language:
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Chapter 7 Referenced Standards - ICC
CFC - 2025: California Fire Code

1.11.3.4, 1.11.9, 1.11.10, 102.8, 105.1, 201.3, 202, 402.1.1, 402.1.2, 402.2.1, 402.2.2, 403.2.4, 404.4, 404.5, 404.10.3, 606.1, 606.2, 613.3.2, 613.3.2

APPENDIX A

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Section A104.7.2 of Appendix A of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended to read as follows:

Section A104.7.2 Permits. The Fire Code Official is authorized to stipulate conditions for permits. Permits shall not be issued when public safety would be at risk, as determined by the Fire Code Official.

Section A104.11 of Appendix A of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is hereby added and shall read as follows:

Section A104.11 – Tracer Bullets, Tracer Charges, Rockets and Model Aircraft. Tracer bullets and tracer charges shall not be possessed, fired or caused to be fired into or across hazardous fire areas. Rockets, model planes, gliders and balloons powered with an engine, propellant or other feature liable to start or cause a fire shall not be fired or projected into or across hazardous fire areas.

Section A104.12 of Appendix A of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is hereby added and shall read as follows:

Section A104.12 Explosives and Blasting. Explosives shall not be possessed, kept, stored, sold, offered for sale, given away, used, discharged, transported or disposed of within hazardous fire areas except by permit from the Fire Code Official.

Section A104.13 of Appendix A of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is hereby added and shall read as follows:

Section A104.13 APIARIES. Lighted or smoldering material shall not be used in connection with smoking bees in or upon hazardous fire areas except by permit from the Fire Code Official.

SECTION 3-3.1003. RESERVED
SECTION 3-3.1004. RESERVED
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SECTION 3-3.1005. AUTHORITY TO ARREST AND ISSUE

CITATIONS
(A) The Fire Chief, Chief Officers, Fire Marshal, and Fire Inspectors shall have authority to arrest or to cite any person who violates any provision of this chapter involving the Wildland-Urban Interface Code or the California Building Standards Code relating to fire and panic safety as adopted by the State Fire Marshal, in the manner provided for the arrest or release on citation and notice to appear with respect to misdemeanors or infractions, as prescribed by Cal.

Penal Code Title 3, Part 2, Chapters 5, 5c and 5d including § 853.6, or as the same hereafter may be amended.
(B) It is the intent of the Town Council that the immunities provided in Cal.

Penal Code § 836.5 be applicable to aforementioned officers and employees exercising their arrest or citation authority within the course and scope of their employment pursuant to this chapter.
(C) In lieu of the above procedures, the town shall also have the authority to proceed under any local ordinance it may have adopted for purposes of the administrative enforcement of its Code.

SECTION 3-3.1006 PENALTIES
(A) The violations of this Code as adopted herein are misdemeanors/infractions and are subject to the penalties set forth herein.
(B) The first citation, within a 12-month period, for violations of the ICC Wildland-Urban Interface Code and any amendments adopted herein shall be treated as a civil penalty payable directly to the Ross Valley Fire Department and is set at $150 plus the actual costs of all inspections required to gain compliance at the rate set from time to time by the Fire Department. Said civil penalties shall be a debt owed to the Ross Valley Fire Department by the person responsible for the violation within 30 days after the date of mailing of the citation unless an appeal is filed as provided in § 3-3.1007. Upon failure to pay the civil penalty when due, the responsible person shall be liable in a civil action brought by the Ross Valley Fire Department for such civil penalty and costs of the litigation, including reasonable attorney's fees. (C) Any subsequent citations within a 12-month period for any violations of this Code and any amendments adopted herein shall be misdemeanors/ infractions, and shall be subject to the penalties set forth herein. 14 262
(D) The imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue and all such persons shall be required to correct or remedy such violations or defects within a reasonable time and, when not otherwise specified each day that a violation occurs or continues, after a final notice has been delivered shall constitute a separate offense. The application of both penalties shall not be held to prevent the enforced correction of prohibited conditions.
(E) Nothing contained in divisions (A) through (F) of this section shall be construed or interpreted to prevent the town from recovering all costs associated with a Fire Department enforcement as described in the Wildland-Urban Interface Code, California Building Code, or the California Fire Code.
(F) Any violation of any provision of this chapter shall constitute a public nuisance and shall entitle the Fire Department to collect the costs of abatement and related administrative costs by a nuisance abatement lien as more particularly set forth in Cal. Gov't Code § 38773.1, and by special assessment to be collected by the County Tax Collector as more particularly set forth in Cal. Gov't Code § 38773.5. At least 30 days prior to recordation of the lien, or submission of the report to the Tax Collector for collection of this special assessment, the record owner shall receive notice from the Chief of the Fire Department's intent to charge the property owner for all administrative costs associated with enforcement of this chapter and abatement of the nuisance. The notice shall include a summary of costs associated with enforcement of this chapter and abatement of the nuisance. The property owner may appeal the Chief's decision to the Town Council within 15 days of the date of the notice and request a public hearing prior to recordation of the lien or submission of the report to the County Tax Collector for collection of the special assessment. In addition to the foregoing, the Fire Department is authorized to prosecute a civil action to collect such abatement costs from the property owner or other person in possession or control of the affected property, and shall be entitled to recover such abatement costs, together with the cost of litigation, including reasonable attorney's fees. The provisions of this section shall also apply to corrective actions for the clearance of brush or vegetative growth from structures as outlined in Appendix A of this Code as amended.
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(G) In lieu of the above procedures, the town shall also have the authority to proceed under any local ordinance it may have adopted for purposes of the administrative enforcement of its Code.

SECTION 3-3.1007. APPEALS
(A) Any person receiving a citation for a civil penalty pursuant to § 3-3.1006 (B) may file within 30 days after the date of mailing the citation or bill, an administrative appeal against imposition of the civil penalty or response costs and expense. The appeal shall be in writing and filed with the Fire Chief, and shall include a copy of the bill and statement of the grounds for appeal. The Fire Chief shall conduct an administrative hearing on the appeal, after giving the appellant at least ten days' advance written notice of the time and place of the hearing. Within ten days after the hearing the Chief shall give written notice of the decision to the appellant, which decision shall be final. If the appeal is denied in part or full, all amounts due shall be paid within 30 days after the mailing of the notice of the decision of the hearing officer. (B) Whenever the Chief shall disapprove an application or refuse to grant a permit applied for, or when it is claimed that the provisions of the Code do not apply or that the true intent and meaning of the Code have been misconstrued or wrongly interpreted, the applicant may appeal from the decision of the Chief to the Board of Directors of the Ross Valley Fire Department within ten days from the date of the decision. The provision of this section shall not apply to corrective actions for the clearance of brush or vegetative growth from structures or to matters for which an appeal is provided pursuant to division (A) above.
(C) In lieu of the above procedures, the town shall also have the authority to proceed under any local ordinance it may have adopted for purposes of the administrative enforcement of its Code
SECTION 3-3.1008 WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE AREAS.

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SECTION 3. Validity

3.1 Except as specifically provided herein, nothing contained in this ordinance shall be deemed to modify or supersede any prior enactment of the Town Council which addresses the same subject addressed herein.

3.2 If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this Ordinance.

The Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo hereby declares that it would have adopted the ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases shall be declared invalid.” SECTION 7: Ordinance publication and effective date.

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18 AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:
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Mayor
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TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO
RESOLUTION NO. ____

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO

ADOPTING FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONFIRMING NEED

FOR CHANGE OR MODIFICATIONS

TO THE CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE

CODE BECAUSE OF LOCAL CONDITIONS

WHEREAS, THE TOWN COUNCIL IS ADOPTING AN ORDINANCE MAKING THE FOLLOWING CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS:

Pursuant to Section 17958.5, 17958.7 and 18941.5 of the State of California Health and Safety Code, the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo in its ordinances adopting and amending the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, portions of the 2024 edition of the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code as adopted and amended, changes or modifies certain provisions of the 2025 California Building Standards Code (Title 24,Part 7) as it pertains to the regulation of buildings used for human habitation and fire safety. A copy of the text of such changes or modifications is attached.

Pursuant to Sections 17958.5, 17958.7, and 18941.5 of the State of California Health and Safety Code, the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo has determined and finds that the attached changes or modifications to the 2025 California Building Standards Code are needed and are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geographic and topographic conditions.

PROFILE OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO:

The Town of San Anselmo encompasses an area of 2.7 square miles with a resident population of approximately 12,400. The physical location of the Town is in the central part of Marin County, in the northern portion of the Ross Valley.

The placement of commercial development has been limited to the valley floor area with the residential communities extending out and up into the steep canyons and hills which surround the valley on both the north and south sides.

Travel into and out of the area is accomplished through two lane roads, which are the main arteries of commuter traffic to the bay area commercial centers.

The Town Council recognizes the fact that Marin County has been plagued many times since the late 1800’s and early 1900’s by brush and forest fires which not only threaten destruction, but on a number of occasions devastated large portions of communities.

The desire of the community to preserve natural vegetation has resulted in the encroachment of brush and grass on fire roads, trails, breaks and streets within the 1 Item 2.2
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Town, thus rendering such separations ineffective against the spread of fires and safe egress. Natural growth, which is highly flammable during the drier months of the year, encroaches upon many properties, thus posing a potential fire threat to many structures and creating a substantial hindrance to the control of such fires.

1. CLIMATIC:
a. Precipitation. The normal year’s rainfall is approximately 30 to 50 inches on the average calendar year. The area has been subject to extended periods of drought and less than normal rainfall as well as intense rains, which have caused local flooding and damage from geotechnical failure (landslides). Approximately ninety percent (90%) of the annual rainfall is experienced during the months of November through April, and 10% from May through October.
b. Relative Humidity. Moisture in the air, also known as relative humidity, changes significantly during any given day. Humidity generally ranges from 50% during daytime hours to 85% at night. It drops to 30% during the summer months and occasionally drops lower. During periods when the area experiences easterly hot, dry winds, the relative humidity drops significantly, thus creating a greater danger. c. Temperatures. Average summer highs are in the 75 degree to 85 degree range. There are weather periods where temperatures can rapidly reach 100 degrees and have been recorded even higher.
d. Winds. Prevailing winds are generally from the West. However, winds are experienced from virtually every direction at one time or another, due to topography.

Velocities are generally in the 5 – 15 mph range, gusting to 10 – 30 mph, particularly during the summer months. Extreme winds, up to 50 mph, have been known to occur. e. Summary. The climate (weather patterns) within the Town of San Anselmo is predominantly affected by the marine influence of the Pacific Ocean. During the summer months, the southerly exposed slopes and open fields become dry with seasonal grasses, which present a fuel for the rapid spread of fire. The Northerly slopes are heavily wooded and present a moderate to heavy fuel load with respect to fire danger. These local climatic conditions affect the acceleration, intensity, and size of fire in the community. Times of little or no rainfall, of low humidity and high temperatures create extremely hazardous conditions. Furthermore, winds experienced 2 Item 2.2
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in this area can have a tremendous impact upon structure fires of buildings in close proximity to one another and wildland areas. All water storage and supply comes from reservoirs and lakes within the county, and are affected by the climate accordingly.

2. GEOGRAPHICAL and TOPOGRAPHICAL:
a. Geographical Features. The geographical features in and around the Town of San Anselmo are a source of enjoyment for our residents. The hills and valleys give a natural beauty to the area with forested hills and golden yellow meadows leading up to them. These geographic features form the backdrop for the residential and commercial communities and dictate the locations of roadways and building locations.

These geographic features also create barriers, which negatively affect accessibility and influence fire behavior during major conflagrations. Many structures (new and old) are constructed of highly combustible material, which offer little resistance to fire and could contribute to the spread of fire. For practical and cost reasons, new structures are built of wood (type V) construction. The potential for conflagration exists with the density of the various specific areas of the Town. The concentrated commercial, as well as residential occupancies, causes concern when considering the “exposure” elements of building to building to grass and brush areas of the Town. b. Seismic Location. The Town of San Anselmo lies within the recognized seismic zone #4, which is the most dangerous zone. While the area has experienced several significant seismic events, there has been a minimum of damage. The Town sits between two active earthquake faults (San Andreas and Hayward) and numerous potentially active faults. The potential for great damage exists, and must be considered as a real threat to be planned for.
c. Size and Population. The Town of San Anselmo encompasses an area of

2.7 miles with a resident population of approximately 12,400. The Town is served by the Ross Valley Fire Department. Ross Valley Fire has three (3) stations (two of which are in San Anselmo, and one in Fairfax), 33 fire personnel (serving the Town of Fairfax, San Anselmo, Ross and the Sleepy Hollow Fire Protection District), with diverse responsibilities including wildland, urban, and paramedical. d. Roads and Streets. Several of the heavily populated areas have limited roadways and escape routes. The Town of San Anselmo has numerous narrow, winding roads, some barely passable with modern fire apparatus, causing access problems and extended travel times especially in the older hillside sections of the jurisdiction. The accessibility for fire department apparatus is of concern due to the lack of turnouts and roadway widths which increases response time. e. Topography. The Department’s service area is a conglomeration of oak plains, hills, valleys and ridges. The flatter lands are found in the center portion of the 3 Item 2.2
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service area and approximately half of the residential development is in this area. The other half of the service area with residential development consists of hillsides with slopes ranging from approximately 15-30% and 30+%. These hazardous conditions present an exceptional and continuing fire danger to the residents of the community due to the difficulty of the terrain and topography of the area, much of it consisting of boxed canyons with steep, brush covered slopes; narrow winding streets used by residents of the area and the Fire Department for ingress and egress, steep hills which hinder Fire Department response time; older and inadequate water systems in certain areas of the community; and the location of buildings and structures with relation to these dangerous areas. The water supply for domestic and fire flow systems within this Town are directly affected by the topographical layout of the Town. The supply of water comes from lakes, which are managed by a public utilities district responsible for maintaining an adequate supply. The water distribution system within the Town is very old in some areas served by mains, which are inadequate in size to provide water for fire protection.

The valley floor is served by mains which contain an exceptionally large volume of water for fire protection. The Town of San Anselmo has a base elevation of approximately 120 feet and extends to areas in excess of 900 feet above sea level. f. Vegetation. The Town Council recognizes that the Town of San Anselmo has within its boarders and along its boundaries, significant areas of grass, brush and heavily forested lands. In addition, the natural vegetation of the area has been altered by the addition of ornamental trees and shrubs, which are not native and add fuel around the houses and buildings of our community. The south facing exposure is primarily annual grasses, highly flammable brush, with occasional clumps of bay and oak trees in the more sheltered pockets. The north facing slopes are heavily wooded from lower elevations to ridge with oak and bay trees and minor shrubs of the general chaparral class. Expansion of the residential community into areas of heavier vegetation has resulted in homes existing in close proximity to dense natural foliage.

Often such dwellings are completely surrounded by highly combustible vegetation compounding the fire problem from a conflagration point of view. Of particular recent notice is the increase in dead down fuel and ladder accumulation directly associated with the sudden oak death syndrome.
g. Summary. The above local geographic and topographic conditions increase the magnitude, exposure, accessibility problems and fire hazards presented to the Fire Department.

Fire following an earthquake has the potential of causing greater loss of life and damage than the earthquake itself.

The valley floor has zones recognized by the Federal Emergency Management Agency as flood zones. During times of intense rainfall, flooding and landslides have occurred which have destroyed structures and threatened lives. Within the past 4 Item 2.2
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decade, these events have caused the local government to declare disasters and seek state and federal assistance.

Several other variables may tend to intensify an incident, such as, the extent of damage to the water system; the extent of roadway damage and/or amount of debris blocking the roadways; climatic conditions (hot, dry weather with high winds); time of day will influence the amount of traffic on roadways and could intensify the risk to life during normal business hours; and the availability of timely mutual aid or military assistance.

Conclusion: Local climatic, geographic and topographic conditions impact fire prevention efforts, and the frequency, spread, acceleration, intensity, and size of fire involving buildings in this community. Further, they impact potential damage to all structures from earthquake and subsequent fire. Therefore it is found to be reasonably necessary that the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, International Wildland-Urban Interface Code, and the State Building Standards Code be changed or modified to mitigate the effects of the above conditions.

Furthermore, California Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 requires that the modification or change be expressly marked and identified as to which each finding refers. Therefore, the Town of San Anselmo finds that the following table provides code sections that have been modified pursuant to Town of San Anselmo Ordinance No. ____ which are building standards as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 18909, and the associated referenced conditions for modification due to local climatic, geological and topographical reasons.

Section Number: Local climatic, geological and topographical conditions 101.5 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
101.3.1 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
101.6 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
104.2 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
104.7 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
105.2.1 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
110 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
202 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
402.1.1 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
402.2.1 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
402.2.2 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
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403.1.2 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
403.1.3 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
403.1.4 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
403.1.6 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
403.1.10 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
403.1.11 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
602.3.1 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
602.3.2 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
603.3 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
603.3.1 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
604.6 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
604.7 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g

6.13.1 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g

6.13.2 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g

6.13.3 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
A104.7.2 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g
A104.11 1a, 1b, 1c, 1e, 2a, 2d, 2e, 2f
A104.12 1a, 1b, 1c, 1e, 2a, 2d, 2e, 2f
A104.13 1a, 1b, 1c, 1e, 2a, 2d, 2e, 2f
I, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and complete copy of a resolution duly passed and adopted by the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo at a regular meeting thereof held on the 10 day of November, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:
_______________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________
Town Clerk
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Item #: 2.6

STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 2.6
MEETING DATE: November 10, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Public Hearing and Adoption of an Ordinance of the San Anselmo Municipal Code to repeal and replace
Title 9 and adopt by reference the most recent
California Building Standards Code (California Code
of Regulations, Title 24), as amended. This does not
constitute a “project” pursuant to CEQA Guidelines
section 15378; and under the “common sense”
exemption CEQA Guideline section 15061(b)(3).

FROM: Community Development Department
RECOMMENDATION That the Town Council hold a public hearing and adopt the attached Ordinance to repeal and replace Title 9 and adopt by reference the most recent California Building Standards Code (California Code of Regulations, Title 24), as amended.

BACKGROUND AND RECOMMENDED ACTION
On October 28, at a regularly scheduled and duly noticed public meeting, the Town Council introduced and conducted a first reading of an Ordinance to repeal and replace Title 9 and adopt by reference the most recent California Building Standards Code (California Code of Regulations, Title 24), as amended.

Relevant background material may be found here.

Typically, the Town Council conducts the public hearing on a proposed ordinance at the time of introduction and first reading. However, Government Code sections 50022.1 et seq. requires a slightly different procedure for an ordinance that is adopting another code by reference, as is the case here. When a code is adopted by reference, the public hearing must be scheduled after the first reading, i.e., at the time of the second reading and adoption.

Staff recommends that the Council hold a public hearing and adopt the applicable Ordinance amendments, as set forth in Attachment 1.
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Item #: 2.6

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
The Ordinance amendment is consistent with the Town’s General Plan within the following sections:
- D. Issues Objectives and Policies
- M. Conservation and Environmental Policy Guidelines

The item is also consistent with the Climate Action Plan in the following section:
- E-4 Green Building Reach Code

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1-Ordinance
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ORDINANCE NO. ______

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO REPEALING AND REPLACING TITLE 9 CHAPTER 1 OF THE SAN ANSELMO MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, 2025 EDITION, CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2025 EDITION AND ITS APPENDICES: G, H, I, J, THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2025 EDITION AND ITS APPENDICES: H, J, K, AND Q, CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, 2025 EDITION, CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, 2025 EDITION, CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, 2025 EDITION, CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, 2025 EDITION, CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE, 2025 EDITION CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE, 2025 EDITION, CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, 2025 EDITION, CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE, 2025 EDITION, INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, 2024 EDITION, INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE, 2024 EDITION, NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (“NFPA”) 54 AND 58, CALIFORNIA REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE, 2025 EDITION, (CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS TITLE 24) AND, CHAPTER 19 (GREEN BUILDING REQUIREMENTS) TO ADOPT THE 2025 CALIFORNIA GREEN

BUILDING STANDARDS CODE TO REFLECT LOCAL CONDITIONS
______________________________________________________________________________ WHEREAS, green building is a practice of design, construction and maintenance techniques that have been demonstrated to have a significant positive effect on energy, water and resource conservation, waste management and pollution generation and on the health and productivity of building occupants over the life of the building; and WHEREAS, on August 24, 2010, the Town Council adopted its first green building regulations through Ordinance No. 1076, which was codified in San Anselmo Municipal Code Title 9 (Building Regulations), Chapter 19 (Green Building Requirements); and WHEREAS, onNovember 12, 2019,the Town Council adopted by reference the California Construction Codes, including the 2019 California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen) (Title 24 Part 11); and
WHEREAS, on April 28, 2020, the Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 1145 to repeal and replace San Anselmo Municipal Code Title 9 (Building Regulations), Chapter 19 (Green Building Requirements) to adopt the County of Marin’s Green Building Reach Code provisions; and
WHEREAS, onNovember 15, 2022,the Town Council adopted by reference the California Construction Codes, including the 2022 version of CALGreen pursuant to Ordinance No. 1168, which was codified in San Anselmo Municipal Code Title 9 (Building Regulations); and
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WHEREAS, on August 22, 2023, the Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 1181 to repeal and replace Title 9 (Building Regulations) Chapter 19 (Green Building Requirements) to adopt amendments to the California Green Building Standards Code to reflect local conditions; and
WHEREAS, the 2025 California Building Standards Code, California Code of Regulations, Title 24 (“Title 24”) has been amended and adopted by the California Building Standards Commission; and
WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958, 17958.5, 17958.7 and 18941.5 establish the authority for a city to adopt and make local amendments and modifications to the building standards in the California Building Standards Code to establish more restrictive building standards than those contained in the California Building Standards Code; and WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958,17958.5, 17958.7 and 18941.5 permit a city to make such local amendments and modifications as the city determines are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions; and WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958, 17958.5, 17958.7 and 18941.5 require a city, before making any amendments and modifications to the California Building Standards Code, make an express finding that such amendments and modifications are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions; and WHEREAS,Government Code Section 50022.2 permits enactment of city ordinancesthat adopt codes or statutes, including codes of the State of California, by reference; and WHEREAS, notice of the Ordinance was published in accordance with Government Code Sections 50022.3 and 6066; and that such notice was sufficient to give notice to interested persons of the purpose of the ordinance and the subject matter thereof; and WHEREAS, The Town of San Anselmo first adopted a green building and energy reach code in 2010 and most recently, in September of 2023, the Town Council adopted an energy and electrification reach code for residential additions and alterations (also known as the Flex Path) that went into effect in March of 2024; and
WHEREAS, The proposed amendments to the Building Code are substantially equivalent to the amendments to the Building Code that were adopted by the Town Council in September of 2023 and that were in effect as of March 2024; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council wishes to maintain Green Building requirements that are well-suited to the Town and promote consistency with Green Building Standards across Marin jurisdictions.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
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SECTION 1. Environmental Review
Adoption of this Ordinance does not require review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) since it does not constitute a “project” pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378; and is categorically exempt from CEQA under the “common sense” exemption CEQA Guideline section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that it will have a significant environmental effect.

SECTION 2. The above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 3. Findings.

A. The Town Council finds that in order to best protect the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the Town of San Anselmo, the standards of building within the Town must conform with State law except where local conditions warrant more restrictive regulations, and therefore the Town of San Anselmo wishes to adopt by reference the 2025 State Construction Standards in California Code of Regulations Title 24, with certain modifications set forth herein.

B. Pursuant to Section 17958.5, 17958.7, and 18941.4 of the California Health and Safety Code, the Town of San Anselmo determines that the following modifications to the 2025 California Construction Standards are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions that are unique to the Town of San Anselmo as follows:

1. Because of the steep terrain, narrow roads, close proximity to the San Andreas and Hayward seismic faults, and the potential and historically regular flooding of the San Anselmo Creek, unique conditions exist that require special consideration whenever construction is proposed within the Town. Additionally, due to the high temperatures, humidity, rainfall, wind, and restricted accessibility by fire apparatus, and the lack of water supply for domestic use and fire suppression, there are hazards within the Town that require solutions in addition to those specified within the various construction codes.

2. A large portion of the Town is located within FEMA Flood Zone A and historically has sustained significant damage due to rain runoff and the water from the San Anselmo Creek overflowing its banks.

3. The Town is designated as within Seismic Design Categories D, E, and F and is located in close proximity to the San Andreas and Hayward seismic faults indicated by the U.S. Geological Survey and California Division of Mines and Geology.

4. The Town includes many areas of hills and steep terrain, which are susceptible to earth sliding due to both uncontrolled storm water drainage, rain events, and geology.

5. The Town is densely populated with virtually all structures constructed of wood framing and most with combustible exterior materials.

6. Many buildings were erected prior to the enactment of modern zoning and building codes with the result that many are located with little to no property setbacks, which can negatively affect 277
the provision of fire protection services at those locations.

7. The steep terrain and hilly topography of most of the Town, combined with the narrow roads, adversely impact the fire department's ability to respond to emergency situations.

8. The water pressure and supply available for fire suppression is limited in the hilly areas of the Town.

SECTION 4. Repeal and Replace. Title 9, Chapter 1. San Anselmo Municipal Code Title 9, Chapter 1 is hereby repealed and replaced with the following in its entirety.

Chapter 1

CONSTRUCTION CODES
Article 1. Construction Codes
Section 9-1.101 Adoption of Construction Codes
The following parts of Title 24, California Code of Regulations are adopted by reference as Construction Codes for the Town of San Anselmo, including the amendments noted in this Article. (a) 2025 edition of the California Administrative Code. (b) 2025 edition of the California Building Code (CBC) (Title 24 Part 1 and 2) based upon the 2024 International Building Code (IBC) including Appendix G, Flood-Resistant Construction; Appendix H, Signs; Appendix I, Patio Covers; Appendix J, Grading.
(c) 2025 edition of the California Existing Building Code, California Code of Regulations, (Title 24, Part 10) based upon International Existing Building Code 2024. (d) 2025 edition of the California Residential Building Code (CRC) (Title 24 Part 2.5) based upon the 2024 International Residential Code including Appendix H, Patio Covers; Appendix J, Existing Buildings and Structures; Appendix K, Sound Transmission; Appendix Q, Tiny Houses. (e) 2025 edition of the California Electrical Code (CEC) (Title 24 Part 3) based upon the NFPA 70, 2024 National Electrical Code (NEC).
(f) 2025 edition of the California Mechanical Code (CMC) (Title24 Part 4) based upon the 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC).
(g) 2025 edition of the California Plumbing Code (CPC) (Title 24 Part 5) based upon the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC).
(h) 2025 edition of the California Energy Code (CEC) (Title 24 Part 6). (i) 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code (WUI) (Title 24 Part 7). (j) 2025 California Historical Building Code (Title 24 Part 8). (k) 2025 California Green Building Standards Code (CAL Green) (Title 24 Part 11). (l) 2025 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC). (m) 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISSPS). (n) National Fire Protection Association (“NFPA”) 54 and 58.

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Article 2. Amendments (Please note that sections 9-1.201 through 9-1.213 are carried over from the existing Municipal Code.)
9-1.202 Non-metallic Cable (CEC 334).

Non-metallic electric cable (Type NM, NMC, NMS) is not allowed in electrical wiring in nonresidential applications. 9-1.203 Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs (CBC 3109)(CRC Appendix AX).

Design and construction must adhere to the most stringent requirements of California Building Code Section 3109, California Residential Code Appendix AX, International Swimming Pool and Spa Code 2024 edition and California Health & Safety Code Section 115921. Barriers enclosing a swimming pool must be at least 5' tall. Before water is placed in a pool for any reason, including the curing of the pool walls, a barrier at least 5' tall conforming to the requirements of CBC Section 3109 must be in place or a pool cover complying with ASTM F1346 must be installed and operational. 9-1.204 Garage/Carport Ceiling Height (CBC 1208)(CRC R305).

Private garages and carports shall have a clear ceiling height of not less than 7'. 9-1.205 Size of Doors (CBC 1010.1.1)(CRC R311).

Except for access to a storage room or closet, all doors must be at least 6'-8" (80") high. Required exit doors must be side-hinged, swing type.
9-1.206 Roofing (CBC 1505)(CRC R902).

For all new structures and any addition that exceeds 50% of the original area, the new roof must be covered with a Class A Roofing Assembly. A noncombustible roof may be applied in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements in lieu of a fire-retardant roofing assembly.

Existing buildings that have 50 percent or more of the roof surface replaced within a five-year period are required to totally replace the roof with a Class A roof assembly or be fire resistive by other provisions of this code.
9-1.207 Permit and Application Expiration (CBC 105.5)(CRC R105.3.2), (CPC 104.3.3) (CMC 104.3.3).

The permit application process must be completed and a permit issued within one year of application submittal. If a permit is not issued one year of the application date the application shall expire. The building official may extend the permit application one time for a period of 180 days. The request must be in writing before the application has expired and demonstrate the circumstances beyond the applicant's control that delayed the application. In order to renew action on an expired application, the applicant shall submit new plans and pay a new plan review fee.

Building permits are valid provided work has commenced within 180 days after the permit is issued and a building department inspection has been completed. If 180 days pass and no inspection by the building department has taken place the permit shall expire. The building official may extend the expired permit one time for up to 180 days if the applicant makes a written request before the expiration date demonstrating circumstances beyond the applicant's control for the delay in the progression of the work. If a permit expires, work may not resume until a new permit is obtained. If the period of expiration is greater than 180 days, no changes are made to the plans and the original plans and specifications may be utilized, the applicant shall pay half the required amount of the building fee. If there are changes to the plans and or specifications, the applicant must pay the full amount.
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9-1.208 Fee Refunds (CBC 109.6)(CRC R108.5)(CPC 104.5.3)(CMC 104.5.3).

The building official may authorize refunding of any fee paid which was erroneously paid or collected. The building official may authorize refunding of not more than 80 percent of the plan review fee paid when an application is withdrawn or canceled before any plan review is done. The building official may authorize refunding of not more than 80 percent of the permit fee paid when no work has been done under a permit issued in accordance with this code. The building official shall not authorize refunding of any fee paid except on written application filed by the original permittee and not later than 180 days after the date of fee payment.
9-1.209 Radiant barriers.

When reroofing causes more than fifty (50%) percent of the roof sheathing to be removed, a radiant barrier (reflective insulation) shall be installed in conjunction with the reroofing project. 9-1.210 Hot water piping insulation.

When hot water pipes are exposed by removal of wall surfaces insulation shall be installed having a minimum thickness of one (1″) inch for pipe diameter of two (2″) inches or less and having a minimum thickness of one and one-half (1.5″) inches for pipe diameter exceeding two (2″) inches. 9-1.211 Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems (CRC R313.1 and R313.2).

Automatic sprinkler systems shall be required in one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses where the structure is undergoing a substantial improvement as defined in CBC Chapter 2 and/or if so determined by the RVFD.
9-1.212 Exterior Fire Resistive Construction.

Sections 701A.1 and 701A.3 of Chapter 7A of the 2025 California Building Code (Title 24, Part 2, Volume 1), and the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code (Title 24, Part 7), California Code of Regulations are hereby amended to read as follows:
701A.1 and the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code Scope. This chapter applies to building materials, systems and/or assemblies used in the exterior design and construction of new buildings, additions, repairs, and exterior alterations located within a Wildland Urban Interface Fire Area as defined in sections 702A and CWUIC.
701A.3 and CWUIC Application. New buildings, additions, repairs, and exterior alterations to buildings located in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone or any Wildland Urban Interface Fire Area designated by the enforcing agency constructed after the application date shall comply with the provisions of this chapter.

Exceptions:

1. Buildings of an accessory character and not exceeding 120 square feet in floor area, when located at least 30 feet from an applicable building.

2. Buildings of an accessory character classified as a Group U occupancy of any size located at least 50 feet from an applicable building.

3. Buildings classified as a Group U Agricultural Building, as defined in CBC Section 202 and CWUIC when located at least 50 feet from an applicable building.

Section 707A.3.2 is hereby added to Chapter 7A of the 2025 California Building Code (Title 24, Part 2, Volume 1) to read as follows:
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When more than fifty percent (50%) of exterior wall covering on one face of a structure is repaired or replaced within a twelve (12) month period, the entire face of exterior wall covering shall comply with Section 707A.3. And when more than fifty percent (50%) of exterior wall coverings of an existing structure are repaired or replaced within a thirty-six (36) month period, the entire exterior wall coverings shall comply with Section 707A.3 Exceptions may be granted by the Building Official when alternate means of protection are installed as approved by the Fire Official and/or Building Official.

Section R337.7.3.2 is hereby added to the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code (Title 24, Part 7), to read as follows:

When more than fifty percent (50%) of exterior wall covering on one face of a structure is repaired or replaced within a twelve (12) month period, the entire face of exterior wall covering shall comply with Section R337.7 When more than fifty percent (50%) of exterior wall coverings of an existing structure are repaired or replaced within a thirty-six (36) month period, the entire exterior wall coverings shall comply with Section R337.7 Exceptions may be granted by the Building Official when alternate means of protection are installed as approved by the Fire Official and/or Building Official.
9-1.213 Outside opening protection Section R325.5 Outside opening protection of the 2025 California Residential Code, California Code of Regulations are hereby amended to read as follows:

Openings shall be protected against local weather conditions. Outdoor air exhaust and intake openings shall meet the provisions for exterior wall opening protectives in accordance with this code.

Air exhaust and intake openings that terminate outdoors shall be protected with corrosion-resistant screens, louvers or grilles.

1. Vents shall be listed to ASTM E2886 and comply with all of the following:

1. There shall be no flaming ignition of the cotton material during the Ember Intrusion Test.

2. There shall be no flaming ignition during the Integrity Test portion of the Flame Intrusion Test.

3. The maximum temperature of the unexposed side of the vent shall not exceed 662°F (350°C).

2. Vents shall comply with all of the following:

2.1. The dimensions of the openings therein shall be a minimum of 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) and shall not exceed 1/8 inch (3.2 mm).

2.2. The materials used shall be noncombustible. Exception: Vents located under the roof covering, along the ridge of roofs, with the exposed surface of the vent covered by noncombustible wire mesh, may be of combustible materials.

2.3. The materials used shall be corrosion resistant.

Article 3. Construction Work Hours (Please note that sections 9-1.301 and 9-1.302 are carried over from the existing Municipal Code.)
9-1.301 - Bald Hill work hours.
(a) Construction, demolition, and the operation of miscellaneous noise sources such as vehicle backup alarms, power saws, and other similar noise sources are allowed during the following times: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Heavy Construction Truck Trips are restricted to occur only between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (no holidays). Heavy construction truck trips include, but are not limited to, concrete trucks, dump trucks (ten (10) yards or greater), backhoes, graders, pile drivers, and flatbed delivery trucks.

The Public Works Director can authorize construction beyond these hours and days upon written request, including interior work and other work tasks the Director deems appropriate. Exceptions granted by the Public Works Director include any single activity that will necessitate the use of a heavy construction vehicle beyond the 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. time period. Any exceptions granted by the Public Works Director regarding heavy construction truck trips will require notification of residents at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance. Such notification shall be the responsibility of the applicants. Furthermore, all construction equipment shall be adequately muffled and maintained. 9-1.302 - All other work hours.
(a) Construction, demolition, and the operation of miscellaneous noise sources such as vehicle backup alarms, power saws and other similar noise sources are allowed during the following times:

Monday through Fridays from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. quiet work only unless authorized by the Public Works Director or his designee and from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.;
Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Work hours may be extended until 8:00 p.m. for homeowners or residents working alone on their own property.

Article 5. Violations, Penalties
9-1.501 Violations, Penalties
(a) Stop work orders/work without permits or other actions in violation of this Code. For work performed in violation of this Code, an investigation/penalty fee shall be assessed up to five (5) times the construction permit fee. The minimum penalty fee for a permit shall be five hundred ($500) dollars.

This also applies to revisions, alterations, or changes on an authorized project where the work done is not within the scope of the originally authorized permit. The fee shall be due whether a permit is issued or not. Additional penalties may be assessed in the event of repeated violations. (b) No new construction permits shall be issued for work on a property unless all existing violations and expired permits issued for work on such property are cleared by abatement, issuance, or reinstatement of a permit.
(c) The penalties imposed in this section are in addition to any penalties that may be imposed pursuant to other provisions of this Code.

Article 6. - Public Nuisances
9-1.601 - Public nuisances.
(a) Any work commenced or continued in violation of this chapter shall be, and is hereby declared, unlawful and a public nuisance.
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(b) A building or structure in a state of partial construction for an unreasonable period of time is a nuisance.

SECTION 4. Repeal and Replace Title 9 (Building Regulations) Chapter 19 (Green Building Requirements) is hereby repealed and replaced with the following in its entirety:

Chapter 19 GREEN BUILDING REQUIREMENTS
9-19.010 Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to meet or exceed all applicable mandatory measures of the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code (Title 24, Part 11) and 2025 California Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6)and to enhance the long-term public health and welfare by contributing to the overall reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and improving the environmental and economic health of the Town through the efficient design, construction, operation, maintenance and deconstruction of buildings and site development by incorporating green building practices and materials. The green building and energy provisions referenced in this chapter are designed to achieve the following objectives in San Anselmo:
(1) Increase energy efficiency in buildings;
(2) Reduce consumption of fossil fuels;
(3) Encourage water and resource conservation;
(4) Reduce waste generated by construction projects;
(5) Reduce long-term building operating and maintenance costs; (6) Improve indoor air quality and occupant health;
(7) Contribute to meeting state and local commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and (8) Satisfy all applicable mandatory measures of the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code (Title 24, Part 11) of the California Code of Regulations. 9-19.015 Applicability.

The provisions of this chapter shall apply to all construction or development projects defined below as a "covered project."
9-19.020 Definitions.

For the purposes of interpreting this chapter and the associated standards for compliance, the following terms are defined as follows. When the definitions below differ from those contained elsewhere in this title, the provisions of this chapter shall apply. These definitions are additional to those outlined in Chapter 2 of the CALGreen Code.
(1) "2025 California Energy Code" refers to the requirements outlined in the 2025 edition of the California Energy Code known as California Code of Regulations, Part 6 of Title 24. (2) "All-electric building" or "All-electric design" means a building or plans for a building that uses a permanent supply of electricity as the source of energy for all space heating (including but not limited to fireplaces), water heating (including but not limited to pools and spas), cooking appliances (including but not limited to barbeques), and clothes drying appliances, and has no 283
natural gas or propane plumbing installed in the building or within the property lines. An allelectric building may also include solar thermal collectors. (3) "Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)" means a residential unit that meets all of the regulations outlined in Title 10, Chapter 6, Accessory Dwelling Units of the San Anselmo Municipal Code and as set forth in California Government Code sections 65852.2 and 65852.22. (4)
(4) "CALGreen" refers to the California Green Building Standards Code, as included in Title 24, Part 11 of the California Code of Regulations.
(5) "CALGreen mandatory" means those measures that are required under Title 24, Part 11.

Residential mandatory measures are contained in CALGreen Chapter 4. Nonresidential mandatory measures are contained in CALGreen Chapter 5. (6) "CALGreen Tier 1" refers to required pre-requisite and elective measures in addition to the CALGreen mandatory measures, as outlined in CALGreen Appendix A4.602 for residential projects and CALGreen Appendix A5.601.2 for nonresidential projects. (7) "Conductor ready" means adding 10 gauge 4 wire for any laundry room remodel for future appliance electric upgrades and/or adding 8 gauge 4 wire for any kitchen remodel for future appliance electric upgrades.
(8) "Covered project(s)" means a development project provided below as set forth by the standards for compliance outlined in Section 9-19.050 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code, Table 1, 2, or 3 for which one (1) or more building permits are required:
(i) All residential and nonresidential new construction buildings as defined below in Section 9-19.020 (28); and/or
(ii) Additions or alterations to an existing single-family residential building, except for any projects less than seven hundred and fifty (750) square feet. Conductor ready required for laundry room and kitchen remodels regardless of remodel size; (iii) Substantial improvements to an existing single-family residential building. (9) "Mixed-fuel" means a building or unit in a building that is plumbed for the use of natural gas or propane as fuel for space heating, water heating, cooking or clothes drying appliances or has gas plumbing within a building or within the property lines of the premises connected to a gas meter or propane tank.
(10) "Natural gas" has the same meaning as "Fuel Gas" as defined in the California Plumbing Code and Mechanical Code.
(11) "Newly constructed" means a building that has never before been used or occupied for any purpose. Also means "newly constructed" as defined in the California Building Code 2025. (12) "Qualified green building rater" means an individual who has been trained and certified as a CALGreen inspector, LEED AP w/a specialty, GreenPoint rater, PHIUS consultant, or has similar qualifications and certifications if acceptable to the Chief Building Official. (13) "Single-family" means a building designed for and/or occupied exclusively by one (1) family. It is used herein to describe one and two-family dwellings and townhouses with attached private garages. It also includes factory-built, modular housing units, constructed in compliance with the California Building Code.
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(14) "Substantial improvement" means any repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation, alteration, addition or other improvement of a building or structure, the cost of which equals or exceeds fifty (50%) percent of the market value of the structure before the improvement or repair is started. If the structure has sustained substantial damage, any repairs are considered substantial improvement regardless of the actual repair work performed. The term does not, however, include either:

1. Any project for improvement of a building required to correct existing health, sanitary or safety code violations identified by the Building Official and that are the minimum necessary to assure safe living conditions.

2. Any alteration of a historic structure provided that the alteration will not preclude the structure's continued designation as a historic structure. 9-19.030 Requirements for additions and alterations - Local amendments to 2025 California Energy Code.

Pursuant to Section 9-1.101(h) of the San Anselmo Municipal Code, the Town has adopted the 2025 edition of the California Energy Code known as California Code of Regulations, Part 6 of Title 24 with additions, and deletions as provided in this subchapter.

The provisions of this subchapter shall constitute local amendments to the cross-referenced provisions of the 2025 California Energy Code and shall be deemed to replace the cross-referenced sections of said Code with the respective provisions set forth in this subchapter.

The California Energy Code, Title 24, Part 6, is hereby amended as underlined and struck through:

Section 100.0 of Subchapter 1 of the 2025 California Energy Code is modified to add new section (i) as follows:
(i) Single-Family Building Remodel Energy Reach Code - Purpose and Intent. In addition to all requirements of the California Energy Code applicable to existing single-family building additions and alterations, the energy efficiency and renewable energy measures specified in Section 150.0(w) shall be required for covered projects of mixed-fuel buildings.

Section 100.1(b) is modified by adding the following definitions:
"All-electric building" or "All-electric design" as defined in Section 9-19.020 (2) of the San Anselmo Municipal Code.
"Covered project(s)" as defined in Section 9-19.020 (8), of the San Anselmo Municipal Code. "Mixed-fuel" building as defined in Section 9-19.020 (9), of the San Anselmo Municipal Code.

Section 150.0 Single-Family Residential Buildings - Mandatory Features and Devices, first two (2) paragraphs, are modified to read as follows:

Existing single-family residential buildings shall comply with the applicable requirements of Sections 150(a) through 150.0(v), and covered existing single-family projects, other than projects identified as all-electric construction for new residential buildings in Section 9-24.01 et seq. of the San Anselmo Municipal Code, shall comply with the applicable requirements of Section 150.0(w).

NOTE: The requirements of Sections 150.0(a) through 150.0(v) apply to new construction. Sections 150.2(a) and 150.2(b) specify which requirements of Sections 150.0(a) through 150.0(v) also apply to additions or alterations, with the exception that covered existing single-family projects, other 285
than projects identified as all-electric construction for new residential buildings in Section 9-24.01 et seq. of the San Anselmo Municipal Code, shall also be required to comply with Section 150.0(w).

A new Section (w), is added to Section 150.0 as follows:
(w) Requirements for a covered project are outlined by project type in Table 1 of Section 9-19.050 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code. A covered existing single-family project, as defined in Section 9-19.020 (8)(ii) of the San Anselmo Municipal Code, that includes an electrical panel upgrade, a kitchen remodel or a laundry room remodel shall comply with the requirements for Measure ER2 in Table 2 of Section 9-19.050 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code. In addition, a covered existing single-family project in a building originally permitted for construction on or before December 31, 1991 shall install a set of measures from the Measure Menu in Table 2 of Section 9-19.050 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code, to achieve a total measure point score that is equal to or greater than the target score in said table and shall conform to the List of Measure Specifications in Table 3 of Section 9-19.050 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code, except as otherwise described below:
(i) Projects identified as all-electric construction for new residential buildings in Section 9-24.01 et seq. of the San Anselmo Municipal Code.
(ii) Projects less than seven hundred and fifty (750) square feet that are not considered substantial improvements. Square footage associated with the creation of a new ADU or JADU will not be included in the calculation of project square footage.
(iii) Substantial improvements to an existing single-family residential building. (iv) Mobile homes, manufactured housing, or factory-built housing as defined in Division 13 of the California Health and Safety 12 Code (commencing with Section 17000 of the Health and Safety Code).
(v) If due to conditions specific to the project, it is technically or economically infeasible to achieve compliance, the Chief Building Official may reduce the target score and/or waive some or all of the mandatory requirements.
(vi) If the applicant demonstrates that the energy budget of the proposed building, as calculated under Section 150.1(b), would be less than or equal to the energy budget of the building if it otherwise complied with this Section, 150.0(w).
(vii) A resident owner or occupant demonstrates that they qualify for the California Alternative Rates for Energy (CARE) or Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA) program may comply by installing, to the specifications in Table 3 of Section 9-19.050 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code the following:
(a) E1: Lighting Measures; and
(b) E2: Water Heating Package.

In addition, all mandatory measures listed in Table 2 of Section 9-19.050 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code shall be installed.
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9-19.050 Standards for compliance.

The San Anselmo Green Building Requirements define compliance thresholds for different projects that are covered by this ordinance. These standards are summarized below in Table 1. The energy efficiency and electrification measures menu and specifications are detailed in Tables 2 and 3.

Table 1: Requirements by Project Type and Size
Project Type
and Size
Green Building
Requirements
Energy Efficiency
Requirements
Electric Vehicle Requirements
Single and
Two-Family
New
Construction
CALGreen
Mandatory
Meet the standards
outlined for the
project in the 2025
California Energy
Code
CALGreen Mandatory
Multifamily
Residential
New
Construction
CALGreen
Mandatory
CALGreen Mandatory
Nonresidential
New
Construction
CALGreen
Mandatory
Meet the standards
outlined for the
project in the 2025
California Energy
Code
CALGreen Mandatory
Single and
Two-Family
Additions and
Alterations
less than750
square feet
CALGreen
Mandatory
Conductor ready
required for laundry
room and kitchen
remodels regardless
of remodel size.

Meet the standards
outlined for the
project in the 2025
California Energy
Code
CALGReen Mandatory
Single and
Two-Family
Additions and
Alterations
750 square
feet or
greater; and
Substantial
Improvements
CALGreen
Mandatory
For homes built
before 1992, using
the Measure Menu
in Table 2, achieve a
total score that is
equal to or greater
than the Target
Score for the
applicable climate
zone and install the
electric readiness
measures (ER2) as
applicable in Table 3
Mandatory
Multifamily
Residential
Additions and
Alterations
less than 750
square feet
CALGreen
Mandatory
Conductor ready
required for laundry
room and kitchen
Meet the standards
outlined for the
project in the 2025
California Energy
Code
CALGreen Mandatory
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remodels regardless
of remodel size.

Multifamily
Residential
Additions and
Alterations
750 square
feet or
greater; and
Substantial
Improvements
CALGreen
Mandatory
Nonresidential
Additions and
Alterations
The following conditions also apply to Table 1:
(a) Cumulative new construction or remodels during the preceding 36-month period from the acceptance of this application shall be considered as a single covered project, and subject to the highest compliance threshold based on the cumulative project size or valuation.
(b) Mixed-use (residential and commercial) projects must comply either with the applicable covered project requirements for the respective residential and commercial portions of the project or may propose to utilize a mixed-use rating system, subject to approval by the chief building official.

The following are exceptions to Table 1:
(1) Where the requirements of Tier 1 are infeasible as a result of the market, economy, or technology available as determined by the chief building official the chief building official may provide an alternative or waive the requirement.

Table 2: Energy and Electrification Menu of Measures by Climate Zone Measure Climate Zone Steps
2 1) Choose your Climate Zone using
CEC toolfinder1
Specification Spec. ID
(Refer to
Table 3)
Target Score 2) Minimum Target Score needed to
comply
(1 point = 1 MMBTU savings per yr.)
8 Lighting E1 Mandatory
3) Choose a measure or a
combination of measures that adds
up to the minimum target score
above based on CZ. Measures listed
as "Mandatory" MUST be installed.
4) Use the Specification Number
(Spec. ID) column as a key and
conform to the specifications in
Water
Heating
Package
E2 2
Air Sealing E3 1
R-49 Attic
Insulation
E4 2
Duct Sealing E5 3
New Ducts,
R-8
E6.B 6
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Insulation +
Duct Sealing
Table 3 below. Table 3 describes,
specifies, and details compliance
Windows E7 3 with each corresponding measure.

R-19 Raised
floor
insulation
E10.A 8
Radiant
Barrier
Under Roof
E12 1
HPWH
Replacing
Gas
FS1 12
High Eff
HPWH
Replacing
Gas
FS2 13
HPWH
Replacing
Electric
FS3 4
High Eff
HPWH
Replacing
Electric
FS4 5
HVAC Heat
pump
FS5 17
High Eff
HVAC Heat
Pump
FS6 19
Heat Pump
Clothes Dryer
FS8 1
Induction
Cooktop
FS9 1
Solar PV PV 14
1 California Energy Commission climate zone tool finder at https://www.energy.ca.gov/programs-andtopics/programs/building-energy-efficiency-standards/climate-zone-tool-maps-and.

The following conditions also apply to Table 2:
(a) Unless otherwise specified, the requirements shall apply to the entire dwelling unit, not just the additional or altered portion.
(b) Measures from the Measure Menu in Table 2 and specified in Table 3, that already exist in the home, may be counted towards compliance with these requirements, unless otherwise specified in Table 3.
(c) Measures from the Measure Menu in Table 2 that are to be installed to satisfy requirements under the State Energy Code, Title 24, Part 6, may also be counted 289
towards compliance with these requirements. Where these requirements conflict with other Energy Code requirements, the stricter requirements shall prevail.

ID Measure Specification
Energy Efficiency Measures
E1 Lighting Measures – Install lighting with an efficiency of 45 lumens per watt or greater in all interior and exterior screw-in fixtures. Install photocell, occupancy sensor or energy management system controls that meet the requirements of 150.0(k)3 in all outdoor lighting permanently mounted to a residential building or to other buildings on the same lot.

E2 Water Heating Package: Insulate all accessible hot water pipes with pipe insulation a minimum of ¾ inch thick. This includes insulating the supply pipe leaving the water heater, piping to faucets underneath sinks, and accessible pipes in attic spaces or crawlspaces. Upgrade fittings in sinks and showers to meet current California Green Building Standards Code (Title 24, Part 11) Section 4.303 water efficiency requirements.

Exception: Upgraded fixtures are not required if existing fixtures have rated or measured flow rates of no more than ten percent greater than 2022 California Green Building Standards Code (Title 24, Part 11) Section 4.303 water efficiency requirements.

E3 Air Sealing: Seal all accessible cracks, holes, and gaps in the building envelope at walls, floors, and ceilings. Pay special attention to penetrations including plumbing, electrical, and mechanical vents, recessed can light luminaires, and windows.

Weather-strip doors if not already present. Verification shall be conducted following a prescriptive checklist that outlines which building aspects need to be addressed by the permit applicant and verified by an inspector. Compliance can also be demonstrated with blower door testing conducted by a certified ECC Rater no more than three years prior to the permit application date that either: a) shows at least a 30 percent reduction from pre-retrofit conditions; or b) shows that the number of air changes per hour at 50 Pascals pressure difference (ACH50) does not exceed ten for Pre-1978 vintage buildings, seven for 1978 to 1991 vintage buildings and five for 1992-2010 vintage buildings. If combustion appliances are located within the pressure boundary of the building, conduct a combustion safety test by a certified ECC Rater or a professional certified by the Building Performance Institute, in accordance with the BPI Technical Standards for the Building Analyst Professional.

E4.B R-49 Attic Insulation: Attic insulation shall be installed to achieve a weighted assembly U-factor of 0.020 or insulation installed at the ceiling level shall have a thermal resistance of R-49 or greater for the insulation alone. Recessed downlight luminaires in the ceiling shall be covered with insulation to the same depth as the rest of the ceiling. Luminaires not rated for insulation contact must be replaced or fitted with a fire-proof cover that allows for insulation to be installed directly over the cover. Exception: In buildings where existing R-30 is present and existing recessed downlight luminaires are not rated for insulation contact, insulation is not required to be installed over the luminaires.
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E5 Duct Sealing: Air seal all space conditioning ductwork to meet the requirements of the 2022 Title 24, Part 6, Section 150.2(b)1E. The duct system must be tested by a ECC Rater no more than three years prior to the Covered Single Family Project permit application date to verify the duct sealing and confirm that the requirements have been met. This measure may not be combined with the New Ducts and Duct Sealing measure in this Table.

Exception: Buildings without ductwork or where the ducts are in conditioned space.

E6.B New Ducts, R-8 insulation + Duct Sealing: Replace existing space conditioning ductwork with new R-8 ducts that meet the requirements of 2022 Title 24 Section 150.0(m)11. This measure may not be combined with the Duct Sealing measure in this Table. To qualify, a preexisting measure must have been installed no more than three years before the Covered Single Family Project permit application date.

E7 Windows: Replace at least 50% of existing windows with high performance windows with an area-weighted average U-factor no greater than [0.27 in Climate Zone 2].

E8 R-15 Wall Insulation: Install wall insulation in all exterior walls to achieve a weighted U-factor of 0.095 or install wall insulation in all exterior wall cavities that shall result in an installed thermal resistance of R-15 or greater for the insulation alone.

E9 Reserved for future use
E10.A R-19 Floor Insulation: Raised-floors shall be insulated such that the floor assembly has an assembly U-factor equal to or less than U-0.037 or shall be insulated between wood framing with insulation having an R-value equal to or greater than R-19.

E12 Radiant Barrier: A radiant barrier that meets the requirements of Section 150.1(c)2 shall be installed under at least 50% of the roof surface.

Fuel Substitution and Solar PV Measures
FS1 Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) Replacing Gas: Replace existing natural gas water heater with a heat pump water heater that meets the requirements of Sections 110.3 and 150.2(b)1.H.iii.b.

FS2 High Efficiency Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) Replacing Gas: Replace existing natural gas water heater with heat pump water heater with a Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) Tier 3 or higher rating that also meets the requirements of Sections 110.3 and 150.2(b)1.H.iii.c.

FS3 Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) Replacing Electric: Replace existing electric resistance water heater with a heat pump water heater that meets the requirements of Sections 110.3 and 150.2(b)1.H.iii.b.

FS4 High Efficiency Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) Replacing Electric: Replace existing electric resistance water heater with heat pump water heater with a Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) Tier 3 or higher rating that also meets the requirements of Sections 110.3, and 150.2(b)1.H.iii.c.

FS5 Heat Pump Space Conditioning System: Replace all existing gas and electric resistance primary space heating systems with an electric-only heat pump system that meets 291
the requirements of Sections 110.3, 150.2(b)1.C, 150.2(b)1.E, 150.2(b)1.F, and 150.2(b)1.G.

FS6 High Efficiency Heat Pump Space Conditioning System: Replace all existing gas and electric resistance primary space heating systems with a system that meets the requirements of Sections 110.3 and 150.2(b)1.C, 150.2(b)1.E, 150.2(b)1.F, and 150.2(b)1.G and one of the following:

A. A ducted electric-only heat pump system with a SEER2 rating of 16.5 or greater, an EER2 rating of 12.48 or greater and an HSPF2 rating of 9.5 or greater; or B. A ductless mini-split heat pump system with a SEER2 rating of 14.3 or greater, an EER2 rating of 11.7 or greater and an HSPF2 rating of 7.5 or greater FS7 Dual Fuel Heat Pump Space Conditioning System: Install a heat pump space conditioning system that meets the requirements of Sections 110.3 and 150.2(b)1.C, 150.2(b)1.E, 150.2(b)1.F, and 150.2(b)1.G and either:

A. Replaces all existing gas and electric resistance primary heating systems with a hybrid gas and electric heat pump system, or
B. Is an electric-heat pump system in tandem with a gas furnace and controls to use the gas furnace for backup heat only.

FS8 Heat Pump Clothes Dryer: Replace existing electric resistance clothes dryer with heat pump dryer with no resistance element and cap gas line.

FS9 Induction Cooktop: Replace all existing gas and electric resistance stove tops with inductive stove top and cap the gas line.

PV.A Solar PV: Install a solar PV system that meets the requirements of Section 150.1(c)14. 292
9-19.060 Incentives for compliance.

In addition to the required standards for compliance, the Town Council may establish by resolution, financial or application processing incentives and/or award or recognition programs to encourage higher levels of green building compliance for a project. 9-19.070 Administrative procedures.

The procedures for compliance with the provisions of this chapter shall include, but not be limited to the following:
(a) Project design. Applicants for a covered project are strongly encouraged to involve a qualified green building rater in the initial design phases of the project in advance of submittal of an application to determine applicable green building compliance thresholds and the most cost effective and appropriate means of achieving compliance. (b) Planning applications. If a discretionary planning application is required for a covered project, applicants should be prepared to identify expected green building measures to be included in the project to achieve the compliance thresholds. Applicants should identify any anticipated difficulties in achieving compliance and any exemptions from the requirements of this chapter that may be requested.
(c) Building plan check review. Upon submittal of an application for a building permit, building plans for any covered project shall include a green building program description and completed checklist. The checklist shall be incorporated onto a separate full-sized plan sheet included with the building plans. Evidence that the project, as indicated by the project plans and green building program description, will achieve the standards for compliance outlined in Section 9-19.050 shall be provided prior to issuance of a building permit. (d) Changes during construction. During the construction process, alternate green building measures may be substituted, provided that documentation of the proposed change and the project's continued ability to achieve the standards for compliance to the chief building official shall be provided.
(e) Final building inspection. Prior to final building inspection and occupancy for any covered project, evidence that project construction has achieved the required compliance set forth in the standards for compliance outlined in Section 9-19.050 shall be provided. The Chief Building Official shall review the documentation submitted by the applicant and determine whether the project has achieved the compliance threshold as set forth in the standards for compliance outlined in Section 19.04.140. If the Chief Building Official determines that the applicant has met these requirements, the final building inspection may proceed. (f) Conflict with other laws. The provisions of this chapter are intended to be in addition to and not in conflict with other laws, regulations and ordinances relating to building construction and site development. If any provision of this chapter conflicts with any duly adopted and valid statutes or regulations of the federal government or the State of California, the federal or state statutes or regulations shall take precedence. 293

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9.19.080 Exemptions.
(a) The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to:
(1) Buildings which are temporary (such as construction trailers). (2) Building area which is not or is not intended to be conditioned space. (3) Any requirements of this chapter which would impair the historic integrity of any building listed on a local, state or federal register of historic structures, as determined by the Chief Building Official and as regulated by the California Historic Building Code (Title 24, Part 8). In making such a determination, the Chief Building Official may require the submittal of an evaluation by an architectural historian or similar expert. (4) Accessory Dwelling Units as defined in Section 9-19.020(3). (5) All residential and nonresidential buildings structures constructed after 1991. (b) As outlined in the 2025 CALGreen Code, Sections 4.106.4 and A5.106.5, applicants may be exempted from the electric vehicle changing requirements on a case-by-case basis where the local enforcing agency has determined EV charging and infrastructure are not feasible based upon one (1) or more of the following conditions:
(1) Where there is no commercial power supply or the local utility is unable to supply adequate power.
(2) Where there is evidence suitable to the local enforcing agency substantiating that additional local utility infrastructure design requirements, directly related to the implementation of Sections 4.106.4 and A5.106.5 may adversely impact the construction cost of the project. (3) ADUs and JADUs without additional parking facilities. (4) Parking spaces accessible only by automated mechanical car parking systems are not required to comply with CALGreen Code Sections 4.106.4 and A5.106.5 (c) Hardship or infeasibility exemption. If an applicant for a covered project believes that circumstances exist that make it a hardship or infeasible to meet the requirements of this chapter, the applicant may request an exemption as set forth below. In applying for an exemption, the burden is on the applicant to show hardship or infeasibility. (1) Application. Based on the following, the applicant shall identify in writing the specific requirements of the standards for compliance that the project is unable to achieve and the circumstances that make it a hardship or infeasible for the project to comply with this chapter. The applicant may not petition for relief from any requirement of the 2025 California Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6) and referenced standards, or the 2025 California Green Building Standards (Title 24, Part 11) of the California Building Standards Code. Circumstances that constitute hardship or infeasibility shall include one (1) of the following:
a. That the cost of achieving compliance is disproportionate to the overall cost of the project;
b. That strict compliance with these standards would create or maintain a hazardous condition(s) and present a life safety risk to the occupants. (2) Granting of exemption. If the chief building official determines that it is a hardship or infeasible for the applicant to fully meet the requirements of this chapter and that granting 294

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the requested exemption will not cause the building to fail to comply with the 2025 California Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6) and referenced standards, or the 2025 California Green Building Standards (Title 24, Part 11) of the California Building Standards Code, the chief building official shall determine the maximum feasible threshold of compliance reasonably achievable for the project. In making this determination, the chief building official shall consider whether alternate, practical means of achieving the objectives of this chapter can be satisfied, such as reducing comparable energy use at an off-site location within the county. If an exemption is granted, the applicant shall be required to comply with this chapter in all other respects and shall be required to achieve the threshold of compliance determined to be achievable by the Chief Building Official.
(3) Denial of exception. If the chief building official determines that it is reasonably possible for the applicant to fully meet the requirements of this chapter, the request shall be denied, and the applicant shall be notified of the decision in writing. The project and compliance documentation shall be modified to comply with the standards for compliance. (4) Appeal. Any aggrieved applicant or person may appeal the determination of the chief building official regarding the granting or denial of an exemption or compliance with any other provision of this chapter. An appeal of a determination of the chief building official shall be filed in writing and processed in accordance with the provisions of Section 10-1.06 of this Code.

SECTION 5. Severability. The Town Council hereby declares every section, paragraph, sentence, clause, and phrase is severable. If any section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason found to be invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity, or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases.

SECTION 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days after the date of its passage. Within fifteen (15) days following its passage, a summary of the Ordinance shall be published with the names of those Town Council members voting for and against the Ordinance and the Town Clerk shall post in the office of the Town Clerk a certified copy of the full text of the adopted Ordinance along with the names of the members voting for and against the Ordinance.

The foregoing ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the San Anselmo Town Council on the 28th day of October 2025 and was adopted at a regular meeting on the 10th day of November 2025 by the following vote.

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:
__________________________
Tarrell Kullaway, Mayor
ATTEST __________________________
Serge Avila, Town Clerk
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STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #:2.7
MEETING DATE:

AGENDA TITLE:

FROM:

November 10, 2025
Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance
Amending San Anselmo Municipal Code Section
2-1.02 to Increase Town Council Compensation
David Donery, Town Manager

RECOMMENDATION

1. That the Town Council Consider the attached proposed Ordinance, which includes findings required by state law (Attachment 1).

2. Motion to approve the second reading and Adoption of the Ordinance.

BACKGROUND
In 2008, the Town Council amended section 2-1.02 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code to set Council compensation at $300 per month, which was consistent with the state law at the time. That law was amended in 2023 to increase the allowable compensation for city council members depending on the population of the municipality. The legislation was intended to “help city councils become more diverse because increased compensation can help individuals from across different income levels receive sufficient income from their service to help ensure that they can continue to serve the public and support their families.” (Cal SB 329, 2023 Cal Stats. ch. 27).

The law now provides that cities with a population of 35,000 or less may approve a council salary of up to $950 per month. (Cal. Gov. Code § 36516(a)(2)(A)). A city council must consider the proposed salary increase in open session at two or more meetings and must make findings demonstrating the need for the increased compensation. (Cal. Gov. Code § 36516(g)(1)-(2)). In the future, the council members’ salary may be increased beyond the amount provided, but the amount of the increase shall not exceed:
(A) An amount equal to 5 percent for each calendar year from the operative date of the last adjustment of the salary in effect when the ordinance or amendment is enacted.
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(B) An amount equal to inflation since January 1, 2024, based upon the California Consumer Price Index, which shall not exceed 10 percent for each calendar year. (Cal. Gov. Code § 36516(a)(4)).

No automatic increases in salary are permitted, so any future adjustment would have to return for consideration as an ordinance amendment. (Cal. Gov. Code § 36516(a)(5)).

Finally, the Government Code specifies that a change in compensation does not apply to a council member during the council member’s term of office. However, “this prohibition shall not prevent the adjustment of the compensation of all members of a council serving staggered terms whenever one or more members of the city council becomes eligible for a salary increase by virtue of the council member beginning a new term of office.” (Gov. Code, § 36516.5).

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
The attached proposed ordinance includes an increase in Town Council member compensation to $950 per month. The increase is intended to support diversity in Town Council membership by ensuring that individuals from every income level receive sufficient compensation for their public service.

Staff conducted a survey of Council compensation in the other ten jurisdictions in Marin County. Corte Madera, Larkspur and San Rafael have adjusted their compensation following the passage on the law. Table 1 shows current monthly compensation levels in Marin jurisdictions:

Table 1
City of Belvedere $0 City of Novato $400
Town of Corte Madera $950 Town of Ross $0
Town of Fairfax $0 City of San Rafael $1,516
City of Larkspur $950 City of Sausalito $300
City of Mill Valley $350 Town of Tiburon $0
Effective Date
As noted above, although the ordinance would take effect thirty days following adoption, the Town Council salary increase would not be implemented until December 2026, when one or more members of the Town Council begin a new term of office (Cal. Gov.

Code § 36516.5).

FISCAL IMPACT
The current annual compensation for Town Council members is $19,377. Beginning in December 2026, when all five Council members begin receiving $950/month, their annual compensation will be $61,361. Both annual totals include the Town’s portion of Social Security and Medicare taxes.

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
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California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Adopting an ordinance to increase Town Council member compensation is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) because it does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of Public Resources Code section 21065, as it can be seen with certainty that the action will not have in effect on the environment.

Climate Action Plan Conformance
N/A

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – Draft Proposed Ordinance
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Attachment 1
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-XX

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO AMENDING SAN ANSELMO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2-1.02 TO INCREASE TOWN COUNCIL COMPENSATION AS

PERMITTED BY STATE LAW
WHEREAS, California Government Code section 36516 allows the Town Council to enact an ordinance providing for the Council members to receive a salary based on the population of the Town; and
WHEREAS, effective January 1, 2024, section 36516 was amended to increase the maximum amount of council salaries to account for inflation and support diversity on city councils; and WHEREAS, under the amended statute, cities with a population of 35,000 or less may approve a Council salary of up to $950 per month; and
WHEREAS, the 2020 federal census found that San Anselmo’s population 12,380; and WHEREAS, San Anselmo Municipal Code section 2-1.02 currently provides each Council member with compensation of $300 per month; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that increasing the Council salaries to a level that aligns with state law would support diversity in Town Council membership by ensuring that individuals from every income level receive sufficient compensation for their public service; and WHEREAS, adopting an ordinance to increase Town Council member compensation is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) because it does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of Public Resources Code section 21065; and WHEREAS, the Town Council held a public hearing on October 28, 2025, to discuss and introduce the draft Ordinance and adopted the ordinance at its meeting of _______________ ; and WHEREAS, California Government Code section 36516.5 specifies that for city council with staggered terms, an adjustment to Council compensation will not take effect until one or more members of the Council begins a new term of office; therefore the salary change will be implemened following the 2026 Town Council election.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: Recitals Incorporated. The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated as findings herein.

SECTION 2: Ordinance Amendment. Section 2-1.02 Compensation of Councilmembers is hereby repealed and replaced in its entirety as follows:
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Attachment 1
Each member of the Town Council shall receive compensation of Nine Hundred Fifty and no/100ths Dollars ($950.00) per month in accordance with California Government Code Section 36516.

SECTION 3: Severability. The Town Council hereby declares every section, paragraph, sentence, clause, and phrase is severable. If any section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of these ordinance amendments are for any reason found to be invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity, or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases.

SECTION 4: Effective Date. This Ordinance Amendment shall go into effect thirty (30) days from its adoption. Prior to the expiration of fifteen (15) days of adoption, this Ordinance Amendment or a summary thereof pursuant to Government Code Section 36933, shall be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation, along with the names of the members of the Town Council voting for and against its adoption.

THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced at a regular meeting of the San Anselmo Town Council on October 28, 2025 and was adopted at a regulation meeting of the San Anselmo Council on ___________ by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

RECUSED:

APPROVED:___________________________
Tarrell Kullaway, Mayor
ATTEST:_______________________________
Serge Avila, Town Clerk
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STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 2.8
MEETING DATE: November 10th, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Town Hall Flood Horn Update
FROM: Sean Condry
RECOMMENDATION:

That Council acknowledge and file the flood horn testing protocol (to modify horn schedule and frequency and incorporate an electronic sensor to allow silent system feeds).

BACKGROUND:

The Town’s flood horn, located in the Town Hall tower, was originally installed in 1944 and reinstated after the major January 1982 flood event. Its main purpose is to alert residents to an imminent or ongoing flood so that residents can take immediate protective action. The horn is audible from areas subject to flooding and is tested weekly to ensure its performance during an actual emergency. When flooding is imminent, Town staff will sound the horn with 5 blasts, a pause, 5 blasts, a pause and 5 blasts.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
Residents and merchants have shared that the flood horn is disruptive and have asked that the Town consider adjusting the frequency of the testing. Regular testing of the flood horn is essential to confirm the horn is operational, audible, and to keep the public familiar with what the horn sounds like and what it means. The current audible test occurs weekly on Fridays at 12pm.

Public Works staff is ready to install mechanical updates and an electronic sensor that will allow for silent system checks three times per month, which will reduce the full sound test to once per month (instead of once per week). Additionally, staff plans to distribute a survey to residents and local merchants to gather input on their preferred day and time for a monthly flood horn test. The new system should be up and running by the end of November.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Flood horn changes should cost less than $5,000 and will come from the Building Maintenance Fund.
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GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY:

Safety Element: Policy S-1.7: Ensure Town staff is adequately trained to implement state and local regulations designed to avoid loss of life, injury, and property damage from natural disasters.

Safety Element: Action S-1.7a: Annually review hazard mitigation goals, objectives, and strategies to evaluate progress.

CEQA CONSISTENCY:

The Town finds this project to be categorically exempt from the requirement to prepare environmental documents under the CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, Class 1, as it involves the maintenance and minor alteration of an existing facility with negligible or no expansion of use.
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STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 2.9
MEETING DATE: November 10, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Adaptive Traffic Signal Improvement Project FROM: Scott Schneider, Assistant Public Works Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Town Council authorize the Town Manager to:
1) Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Parametrix for review of traffic signal changes
2) Execute a construction contract with DC Electric for installation of cameras and conductors
3) Execute a construction contract with Roundabout Technologies for installation of adaptive traffic signal controllers at ten intersections in San Anselmo and one intersection in Fairfax, and
4) Find the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to 14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15306.

BACKGROUND
In August 2025, the Town initiated a pilot project to implement adaptive traffic signal control technology at the Sir Francis Drake Boulevard(SFD)/Red Hill Avenue/Center Boulevard intersection (the Hub). The system was subsequently expanded to the SFD/Bank Street intersection. The pilot demonstrated measurable success, including up to 25% reduction in vehicle wait times at the Hub and elimination of the ‘wasted green’ phase for northbound traffic at Bank Street.

The system, developed by Roundabout Technologies, utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to analyze live video streams. It detects road users - vehicles, buses, pedestrians, cyclists - in real time, recommends optimal signal changes, and communicates with the existing traffic signal controller to adjust timing dynamically.

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Following the pilot’s success, the Town applied for a Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) grant. TAM awarded $250,000 in Measure AA Category 2.4 funds to support expansion of the adaptive signal system at ten intersections in San Anselmo and one intersection in Fairfax:

SFD/Bolinas Avenue
SFD/Ross Avenue/Barber Avenue
SFD/Tunstead Avenue
Red Hill Avenue/Sequoia Drive
SFD/Bella Vista Avenue/Red Hill Shopping Center
SFD/San Francisco Blvd/Tamal Ave
SFD/Aspen Court
SFD/Broadmoor Avenue/Sierra Avenue
SFD/Butterfield Road
SFD/Suffield Avenue/Kent Ave
SFD/Willow Avene/Pastori Avenue in Fairfax
Each installation includes a small processing unit (the “Brain”) housed in the existing signal cabinet. Inputs from new cameras (two to four per intersection) are routed to the Brain via CAT5 cables. A cellular LTE connection enables coordination between intersections for optimal corridor-wide signal timing.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
The project involves the following scope of work:

Task Responsible Party
Install new cameras to monitor oncoming traffic DC Electric Pull new conductors between cameras and signal controllers DC Electric Install the ‘Brain’ adaptive control unit in existing signal cabinets Roundabout Technologies
Review programming and verify MUTCD compliance Parametrix Installation and testing are expected to take four to six months. Before activating the adaptive system at each intersection, ‘before’ traffic data will be collected for several weeks to enable performance comparison.

The TAM grant covers purchase and installation of cameras and conductors, installation of the ‘Brain’ hardware and LTE connectivity, and one year of software licensing, 24/7 system monitoring, technical support, and software updates.

Staff has discussed the project with the Town of Fairfax staff, and will continue to collaborate with the Town of Fairfax to develop an agreement covering installation of the cameras, conductors, and hardware at the SFD/Willow Avenue/Pastori Avenue 304
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intersection. The Town of Fairfax will need to enter into a separate contract with Roundabout Technologies for annual software licensing, monitoring and cellular connectivity services.

TRANSIT
The adaptive signal technology is being trained to recognize public buses and adjust timing to improve transit performance. For example, when a bus is approaching an intersection, the system can extend the green phase or minimize red time by giving greater weight to the bus compared with other vehicles. This capability supports transit signal priority and contributes to more reliable and efficient bus operations along the Sir Francis Drake and Red Hill Avenue corridors.

SAFETY
The adaptive signal system enhances intersection safety by detecting pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles in real time. When a pedestrian activates the crosswalk button, the system ensures compliance with MUTCD-required minimum crossing times.

If a pedestrian or cyclist does not press the push button, the system can still detect their presence in the crosswalk and automatically extend the green phase until they have safely cleared the conflict zone. This feature reduces the potential for vehiclepedestrian conflicts and improves visibility and protection for vulnerable road users.

SECURITY
The system is designed with multiple layers of security and privacy protection. It does not record, store or transmit any personal identifiable images, such as faces or license plates.

To protect against unauthorized access, Roundabout Technologies employees several cybersecurity measures.

The Brain (processing unit) is not connected to the public internet and can only be accessed through a secure VPN using a single-use key.

The Brain’s filesystem is read-only, preventing any modifications to its internal code even if access were attempted.

In the event of a system failure – such as microchip failure - the traffic signal controller automatically reverts to its standard, fixed-time operation using maximum green time for each phase. If the adaptive system were to be removed, technicians can quickly reconnect the existing video detection system and restore the original timing plans. For added resilience, emergency instructions will be placed inside each signal cabinet. 305
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FISCAL IMPACT
The construction and first year of ongoing costs are shown below:

Item Cost
Cameras (DC Electric) $52,800
Installation (DC Electric) $79,200
Roundabout System (Hardware & Setup) $55,000
Subtotal - Construction $187,000
Review (Parametrix) $20,300
Annual Software License, Monitoring & Cellular Service
(Roundabout) – San Anselmo Only $46,000
TOTAL PROJECT COST $253,300
Funding is available in the grant fund (TAM grant of $250,000) and Measure J.

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
The Town finds this project to be categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of environmental documents under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 Class 1, because it involves modifications to existing traffic signals will not create additional automobile lanes and involves negligible or no expansion of use. (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15301). None of the exceptions to this Class 1 categorical exemption apply in this instance (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15300.2). Specifically, successive projects of the same type in the same location will not cause significant cumulative impacts, as there are no successive projects planned at this time. There are no unusual circumstances presented by this project and the project will not result in damage to scenic resources within a designated state scenic highway. Finally, the project will not cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource, as no historical resources will be impacted.

The project will reduce idling and vehicle emissions, and will improve multimodal safety.

The project is consistent with the Climate Action Plan 2030 Transportation Measures T2 Bicycling, T-3 Walking and T-8 Traffic System Management and Vehicle Idling.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1- Parametrix Scope and Cost Proposal
Attachment 2 – DC Electric Scope and Cost Proposal
Attachment 3 – Roundabout Technologies Scope and Cost Proposal 306
October 15, 2025
One Harbor Drive, Suite 300 • Sausalito, CA 94965 | 415.649.6000 | Parametrix.com Parametrix No. 474-8968-001
Scott Schneider
Town of San Anselmo
525 San Anselmo Ave.

San Anselmo, CA 94960
Re: Proposal for Traffic Engineering Services to Support Signal System Upgrades (TAM Measure AA Innovation Program)
Dear Scott:

Thank you for contacting Parametrix for your traffic engineering needs. Based on the information provided, this is our understanding of the scope and effort requirements for this project:

The Town of San Anselmo received a grant from the Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) to install adaptive traffic signal controllers by Roundabout Technologies at 11 intersections. The Town is enlisting Parametrix as their on-call traffic engineer consultant to review and modify as needed the traffic signal changes proposed by Roundabout Technologies and their algorithm.

The following is a scope of services and cost estimate to provide the review and oversight of the traffic signal phasing and timing changes at 11 intersections.

Scope of Services
Task 01: Traffic Signal Programming Review
Parametrix will review Roundabout Technologies’ proposed changes to the traffic signal controller timing worksheets, identify and discuss parameters warranting modifications, and approve implementation if the proposed changes meet national traffic signal timing standards.

Approach
Parametrix will check Roundabout Technologies’ proposed adaptive signal equipment placement for their proposed detection zones. We will review Roundabout Technologies’ proposed changes to the traffic signal timing worksheet for elements such as minimum and maximum phase times, recall, and extension. We will identify areas needing modifications where needed and discuss with Town and Roundabout Technologies staff. Parametrix staff will provide approval as the engineer of record if the proposed changes meet Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal and State Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD / CA MUTCD), and other applicable standards, e.g., National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Report 812, Signal Timing Manual Second Edition.

Responsibility for signal operations as controlled by the adaptive signal controller remains with Roundabout Technologies.

Assumptions
This proposal is based on the following assumptions
 Parametrix staff will provide responses to Town requests for review within 48 hours.  Regular check in meetings will be conducted virtually. 307
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 The cost proposal includes two half days plus travel to inspect traffic signals in person.  Additional meetings beyond internal coordination between the Town and Roundabout technologies, e.g., Town Council hearings, are subject to additional fees.

Deliverables
Parametrix will provide:
 Email and phone communications.
 Review and markup of traffic signal timing worksheets as modified by Roundabout Technologies at up to 11 intersections.

Fee
The described scope of services will be completed on a time and materials basis in the amount(s) shown below.

Task 01A: Traffic signal programming review, 11 intersections $14,410 Task 01B: Site visit, two half days $5,760
Expenses & Travel $130
Total $20,300
Schedule
Parametrix will complete the above-described scope of services on a mutually agreed upon schedule.

Additional Services
It is understood that any additional services beyond those included in this scope of services shall be authorized in writing by the Client prior to commencement of work. The Client shall reimburse Parametrix for said Additional Services monthly according to the work paccomplished in the preceding month.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please call me at 510-343-6411 or email me at [email protected].

Sincerely,
Andrew Lee
Sr. Consultant
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DC Electric Group, Inc. 605 W. Sierra Ave., Cotati, CA 94931 t: (707) 992-0141 f: (888) 525-8419 Lic. #949934 DIR #1000003395 SBE #1748848
November 3, 2025
Town of San Anselmo
Attn: Scott Schneider
525 San Anselmo Ave
San Anselmo, CA 94960
Job Name: A.I. Video Detection System Installations (Roundabout Technologies) Job Location: Eleven (11) Intersections, San Anselmo, CA Dear Scott,
Per your request, we offer to perform the following work based on our standard terms and conditions at the prices shown below.

Scope of Work:
• Furnish and install thirty-three (33) Axis P1468-LE Bullet Cameras and thirty-three (33) Axis T91B47 Pole Mount hardware assemblies on existing traffic signal poles at locations recommended by Roundabout Technologies.
• Furnish and install necessary Cat5e cable to each of the (33) new cameras. • Mount Roundabout Technologies furnished “Brain” in the existing traffic signal cabinet at each location.
• Disconnect existing detection (loops or video) and assist Roundabout Technologies with programming the 2070E controller (new timing provided by others and approved by Town Staff prior to implementation).
• Test and confirm proper operations prior to departure.

Total Labor, Material & Equipment… $132,000.00 (LS)
Lead time on material is approximately one (1) week and work can begin within fifteen (15) working days from receipt of material and Notice to Proceed from the Town of San Anselmo.

The above pricing is valid for 30 days.

This price assumes conduits are accessible, free of debris, blockages, or breaks and in good working order.

Price excludes conduit repair or replacement, TCP, WPCP, Changeable Message Signs, or any bonds/permits/fees.

This offer is hereby accepted on this ___________ day of ________________________, 2025 Town of San Anselmo DC Electric Group, Inc.

By: ____________________ Tim Carter
Title: __________________ Vice President
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DC Electric Group, Inc. 605 W. Sierra Ave., Cotati, CA 94931 t: (707) 992-0141 f: (888) 525-8419 Lic. #949934 DIR #1000003395 SBE #1748848
Exhibit A
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AI‑Powered Traffic Signal Detection and
Optimization System for 11 Intersections in
Marin County
To: Town of San Anselmo, California — Attn: Scott Schneider From: Roundabout Technologies, Inc.

Date:

Objective
Optimize traffic signals in real time to cut delays and improve safety at the following intersections:
● Sir Francis Drake Blvd & Willow Ave / Pastori Ave
● Sir Francis Drake Blvd & Kent Ave / Suffield Ave
● Sir Francis Drake Blvd & Butterfield Rd
● Sir Francis Drake Blvd & Broadmoor Ave / Sierra Ave
● Sir Francis Drake Blvd & Archie Williams High School Entrance / Aspen Ct ● Sir Francis Drake Blvd & San Francisco Blvd / Tamal Ave ● Sir Francis Drake Blvd & Bella Vista Ave
● Sir Francis Drake Blvd & Tunstead Ave
● Sir Francis Drake Blvd & Ross Ave / Barber Ave
● Sir Francis Drake Blvd & Bolinas Ave
● Red Hill Ave & Sequoia Dr
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Scope of Work
Deliverables
● Roundabout Brain in-cabinet hardware unit
● Secure cloud dashboard with live data, including vehicle counts, broken down by time of day with historical data available
● Continuous optimization of traffic intersection via detection inputs to traffic controller; timing‑plan change recommendations only when beneficial ● Timely remote support for questions and issues, physical presence during installation ● Clear communication of safety and time saving benefits of the installation after the system is up and running
Responsibilities
Roundabout shall
● Provide “Deliverables” described above
● Provide specifications for exact camera installation points, required equipment and angles ● Remotely update Roundabout Brain with security updates and performance improvements and monitor for issues
● Provide 24/7 support
Town of San Anselmo shall
● Procure cameras and mounting kits per Roundabout specifications to be provided after an agreement is signed
● Physically install or contract out the installation of cameras and in‑cabinet hardware per Roundabout instructions (own staff or contractor)
● Supply necessary cabling and power extenders if necessary (cat5e or cat6) to wire cameras to cabinet
● If timing plan changes are recommended by Roundabout and accepted by San Anselmo, San Anselmo or its contractors will be responsible for signing off on the changes and implementing these changes on the controller
● Pay invoice upon receipt
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Draft List of Third Party Camera Equipment
Below is a list of possible third-party camera hardware that may be required to complete the installation. Roundabout Technologies will not procure or bill for this hardware, but we are happy to assist in sourcing it.

It’s impossible to provide an accurate estimate of which cameras and mounts will be required to obtain optimal field of view at each intersection without creating a 3D model, which will be the first step Roundabout takes after the execution of this agreement.

We will make the 3D model with an eye for minimizing the cost and complexity of the installation while obtaining an optimal field of view. Below is a list of equipment that might be included in the final system specification.

Description Item Estimated Price Link to information
Four Way Camera
AXIS P3737-PLE Panoramic
Camera $1,500-$1,900
https://www.axis.com/products
/axis-p3737-ple
Four Way Camera
Pendant Kit AXIS T94N01D Pendant Kit $105
https://www.axis.com/products
/axis-t94n01d-pendant-kit
Four Way Camera
Pendant Pole Mount Kit Sky Bracket 1.5" Pendant Mount $250-$500 https://www.skybracket.com/pr
oduct/pendant-mount-band-s
tainless/
Bullet Camera AXIS P1468-LE Bullet Camera $1,100
https://www.axis.com/products
/axis-p1468-le
Bullet Camera Pole
Mount AXIS T91B47 Pole Mount $95
https://www.axis.com/products
/axis-t91b47-pole-mount
1 Gigabit PoE Extender
(required for cable runs
over 80m)
IEEE 802.3af/at Gigabit Outdoor
Power Over Ethernet Extender
IP67 Rated (PoE Texas) $38
https://shop.poetexas.com/coll
ections/extenders/products/ga
t-poe-extender
Total Estimated Third-Party Hardware Cost Per Intersection $1,800-$5,000 313
Schedule
● Installation target: October 2025
● Optimization window: First 2-4 weeks post installation will be used to establish a pre-optimization baseline before beginning optimization.

Commercial Terms
Itemized Costs
Cost Center Qty Unit
Cost
Extended
Roundabout Brain (cabinet hardware) 10 $5,000 $50,000
Per year, Roundabout optimization software license,
monitoring dashboard, Roundabout Brain warranty
and support
10 x
1 yr
$4,000 $40,000
LTE Connectivity - $50/month 10 x
1 yr
$600 $6,000
Total $96,000
Payment Terms
● Pricing valid for 60 days from proposal date.

After the initial 12 months, software, monitoring, LTE connectivity and support renew automatically for all intersections at $46,000 for the second year, then rise 5 % each year after that, unless you cancel in writing at least 30 days before the renewal date. 314
License & Data Usage
● The Town receives a non-exclusive license to use the system at the intersection. ● Roundabout retains IP rights.
● Data will only be used to improve monitoring and software — no sale to third parties. ● Roundabout will not store data with legible license plates or recognizable faces.

Insurance & Liability
Roundabout will be procure insurance with at least the following limits:
● $2M general liability insurance
● $1M auto liability
● $2M cyber liability
● Workers' compensation as applicable

ACCEPTANCE
By signing below, the Town of San Anselmo authorizes Roundabout to proceed under the terms above.

Name / Title Date
Contact
Collin Barnwell, CEO
Roundabout Technologies, Inc.
(847) 562‑6294
[email protected]
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