Mill Valley, CA

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss a Design Review application for a new 1,096 sq. ft. two-story ADU at 109 Roque Moraes Drive, including requests for an Adjusted Floor Area exception and a Height exception. They will also consider an 18-month extension of building permits for the residential subdivision at 542 Miller Avenue, extending the expiration to December 25, 2027. No final decisions are expected on the ADU item, as it is a study session.

• Study session for ADU at 109 Roque Moraes Drive: demolish existing cottage, build new 1,096 sq. ft. two-story ADU with floor area and height exceptions
• Two non-Heritage Mexican Fan Palm trees proposed for removal due to conflict with structure; no Tree Removal Permit required per MVMC 20.67.075
• Request for 18-month building permit extension at 542 Miller Avenue, from June 25, 2026 to December 25, 2027
• Public hearing on the time extension for the 542 Miller Avenue subdivision project

Regular City Council Meeting

The Mill Valley City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 15, 2026. Major items include a second reading of an ordinance to amend inclusionary housing regulations and eliminate micro-unit restrictions, a resolution to establish Community Facilities District No. 2026-1, and a proposed 2026-2028 two-year budget. Consent items cover election consolidation, pool resurfacing plans, and a stop sign installation.

• Proposed 2026-2028 two-year budget and financial management report
• Ordinance (second reading) to reduce inclusionary housing requirements and remove micro-unit restrictions (MVMC 20.80, 20.24.040)
• Resolution to establish City of Mill Valley Community Facilities District No. 2026-1
• Memorandum of Understanding with Mill Valley Softball for Hauke Park improvements; city contribution up to $50,000 plus up to $30,000 in staff time
• Resolution approving Pool Resurfacing and Facility Upgrades project plans, specs, and estimate; authorizing contract award

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings. Item 2 proposes a Tentative Parcel Map, Variance, General Plan Amendment, and Zoning Map Change for 401 Miller Avenue to reconfigure lots and allow single-family development on the Sloat Garden Center parcel, with a Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA. Item 1 is a Design Review and Variance for a substantial remodel and ADU at 207 Ethel Avenue, requiring height variances due to nonconforming setbacks.

• 207 Ethel Avenue – Design Review and Variance for a 3,097 SF home with 800 SF ADU, requiring height variance for front yard and rear building height
• 401 Miller Avenue – Tentative Parcel Map to split Sloat nursery parcel (234 Sycamore) into three single-family lots in RS-6 zone
• General Plan Amendment and Zoning Map Change to expand C-N District and Opportunity Site Housing Overlay into current RS-6 area
• Adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the 401 Miller project under CEQA
• Variance requested for residential lot width and frontage standards (minimum 60 ft width, 55 ft frontage)

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and potentially approve updates to park rental policies and fees, including an increase for park rentals and a proposed greens fee increase for the golf course effective July 1, 2026. The commission will also consider three fee waiver requests that exceed staff's maximum allowed discount, from Mill Valley Golf Club, Bay Area Waltzing, and Tamalpais High School Athletic Hall of Fame for 2026. Additionally, the agenda includes approval of the March 31 special meeting minutes, a field allocation schedule update for youth sports, and a priority projects update.

• Proposed park rental policy updates and fee increase recommendations
• Proposed golf course greens fees increase effective July 1, 2026
• Fee waiver request from Mill Valley Golf Club exceeding maximum staff discount
• Fee waiver request from Bay Area Waltzing exceeding maximum staff discount
• Fee waiver request from Tamalpais High School Athletic Hall of Fame 2026 exceeding maximum staff discount

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed adjustments to the sewer service charge, including responding to written protests, and consider adopting resolutions to increase rates. The council will also conduct the first reading of an ordinance to reduce inclusionary housing requirements and eliminate micro-unit restrictions as part of Housing Element implementation. Additionally, the council will discuss options for council compensation, including potential reimbursable expenses for child and dependent adult care.

• Public hearing to consider resolutions approving sewer service charge increases and responding to written protests
• First reading of an ordinance to reduce inclusionary housing regulations and eliminate micro-unit restrictions (MVMC 20.80 and 20.24.040)
• Discussion of City Council compensation options, including possible reimbursable expenses for child and dependent adult care
• Presentation of proclamation declaring June 5, 2026 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day
• Presentation of proclamation honoring Volunteer All-Star Nona Dennis

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a variance and fence permit for a 339-square-foot, three-story addition at 105 Wildomar Street. The project would further reduce existing nonconforming front and side setbacks and exceed the 25-foot height limit by 2 feet. Approval of minutes from April 14 and April 28, 2026, is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on PL26-0010: Variance for height (27 ft where 25 ft max) and setbacks at 105 Wildomar Street, RS-10 District
• Fence permit to construct a 5-foot-high wooden fence within the front/exterior setback on the property line
• Proposed addition would reduce front-yard setback to 7' 9 7/8" and side-yard setback to 4' 5 1/2"
• Project deemed exempt from CEQA review under Class 1 (Existing Facilities)
• Approval of minutes from April 14 and April 28, 2026 Planning Commission meetings

Regular City Council Meeting

The Mill Valley City Council will hold a public hearing on the Tamalpais Park Street Tree Assessment District and consider renewing the Municipal Services Tax based on a committee report. They will also review and potentially adopt the Boyle Park Master Plan. Consent calendar items include filling a vacancy on the Traffic and Mobility Advisory Committee, approving joint agreements with the Mill Valley School District, adopting the SB1 road repair list, and supporting a state bill on public records response times.

• Public hearing and resolution to levy street tree assessments for Tamalpais Park Street Tree Assessment District
• Consideration of Municipal Services Tax renewal based on committee report
• Adoption of Boyle Park Master Plan report and recommendations
• Appointment to fill vacancy on Traffic and Mobility Advisory Committee
• Joint Use and Encroachment License Agreements with Mill Valley School District for Alto Field

Regular City Council Meeting

The Mill Valley City Council will hold a public hearing on issuing lease revenue bonds to finance citywide capital projects, including the Corporation Yard and Golf Course Clubhouse renovation. They will also vote on a 2.20% refuse rate increase, adopt a five-year pavement maintenance plan, receive the annual traffic report card, and approve library master planning services.

• Public hearing on lease revenue bonds for Corporation Yard and Golf Course Clubhouse renovations
• Resolution authorizing Mill Valley Refuse Service 2.20% rate increase
• Receive and adopt Five-Year Pavement Maintenance Plan Street List
• Receive Adaptive Traffic Signal System as complete and annual traffic report card
• Authorize professional services agreement with Mark Cavagnero Associates for Mill Valley Library master planning

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider a variance for a hillside lift at 236 Summit Avenue. The commission will also conduct a design review for a residence expansion and ADU conversion at 50 Sycamore Avenue.

• 236 Summit Avenue: Variance for a hillside lift and pedestrian access deck encroaching 15 feet into the front yard setback
• 50 Sycamore Avenue: Design Review for a substantial remodel, second-story addition, and conversion of living space into an ADU

Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review and discuss the Boyle Park Master Plan draft report and consider recommending it to the City Council for approval. The commission will also review recommended edits to field use policies and discuss priority project updates. Two requests for recreation rental fee waivers from Lightfoot Tango and Backyard Kids? Theater exceed the maximum discount staff can approve and will be considered.

• Review of Boyle Park Master Plan Draft Report and Recommendations, possible recommendation to City Council
• Review of recommended edits to Field Use Policies
• Recreation Rental Fee Waiver Request by Lightfoot Tango exceeding maximum discount allowed
• Recreation Rental Fee Waiver Request by Backyard Kids? Theater exceeding maximum discount allowed
• Parks & Recreation Commission Priority Projects Update

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance and fence permit application for 105 Wildomar Street. The project proposes a three-story addition reducing required setbacks and exceeding the height limit by 2 feet, along with a new fence on the front property line. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Public hearing for variance to allow a 379 SF addition with reduced setbacks (7'11 ¾" instead of 15' on Wildomar, 2'8 ¼" instead of 8'9" on south side) and a ridge height of 27' exceeding the 25' limit.
• Fence permit application to construct a 5-foot-high wooden fence on the front property line along Wildomar Street.
• Determination that the project is exempt from further environmental review under CEQA Class 1 (Existing Facilities).

Regular City Council Meeting

The Mill Valley City Council will hold a public hearing on issuing lease revenue bonds to finance citywide capital improvements, including the Corporation Yard and Golf Course Clubhouse renovation, originally set as a separate meeting. Other major actions include a vote to increase councilmember salaries, adoption of a consolidated commercial zoning code, approval of several infrastructure contracts (Miller Ave storm drain, Ethel Ave stabilization, preventive maintenance), and a public hearing on staff vacancies under AB 2561.

• Ordinance increasing City Councilmember compensation (Item 7)
• Adoption of commercial zoning code amendments consolidating regulations (Item 8)
• $133,183 contract for Ethel Avenue Roadway Stabilization Project (Item 13)
• $260,000 budget adjustment for Miller Avenue Storm Drain Improvement Project (Item 11)
• Lease Revenue Bonds for Corporation Yard and Golf Clubhouse renovation (Item 17a, public hearing)

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting - Adjusted for Passover

The Parks and Recreation Commission will approve minutes from March 4, receive an update on priority projects, and discuss whether to approve recreation rental fee waiver requests from Woander World, the Mill Valley Historical Society, and PD-Connect. Each request exceeds the maximum discount staff can grant, requiring commission action. Public comment is also accepted.

• Approve March 4, 2026 meeting action minutes
• Parks and Recreation Commission Priority Projects Update (discussion only)
• Consider recreation rental fee waiver request by Woander World that exceeds staff discount limit
• Consider recreation rental fee waiver request by Mill Valley Historical Society that exceeds staff discount limit
• Consider recreation rental fee waiver request by PD-Connect that exceeds staff discount limit

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a design review and variance application for 309 Tamalpais Avenue. The project involves substantially remodeling and expanding an existing 2,395 sq ft home to 4,637 sq ft, adding a detached garage, pool, and landscaping. A variance is requested to maintain a nonconforming front wall that encroaches 6 feet into the required 15-foot front-yard setback. The project is exempt from further CEQA review.

• 309 Tamalpais Avenue - Design Review and Variance (PL25-0089): remodel and expand home to 4,637 sq ft, add detached two-car garage, swimming pool; variance for nonconforming front wall encroaching 6 feet into front-yard setback

Regular City Council Meeting

The Mill Valley City Council will consider initiating the Proposition 218 process for sewer service rate increases, which would lead to a public hearing and potential rate changes. The council also plans to adopt updated building codes including green building and low-carbon concrete standards, introduce an ordinance to consolidate commercial zoning regulations, and consider raising its own compensation. A closed session is scheduled for ongoing litigation regarding Friends of Hauke Park.

• Sewer Service Rate Study and initiation of Proposition 218 process (item 10)
• Adoption of ordinances updating building codes for green building, energy efficiency, and low-carbon concrete (item 4)
• Introduction of ordinance to consolidate commercial zoning regulations (item 12)
• Introduction of ordinance to increase City Council compensation (item 13)
• Consideration of tobacco sales regulations (item 9)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a design review and tree removal permit to demolish an existing 2,247 sq ft home and build a new 2,910 sq ft single-family residence at 69 Fairway Drive. They will also hold a study session for a similar proposal at 29 Walnut Avenue. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing for Design Review and Tree Removal at 69 Fairway Drive: demolish 2,247 sq ft home, construct 2,910 sq ft one-story residence with attached garage, remove four trees.
• Study Session for Design Review at 29 Walnut Avenue: demolish 758 sq ft home, construct 2,114 sq ft two-story residence, remove six protected trees.
• Approval of minutes from February 10 and February 24, 2026.

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving the Dipsea Race Committee's use of the Downtown Plaza and Old Mill Park for the 2026 annual race, and will receive information on the Old Mill Park Amphitheater Renovation project. The agenda also includes elections for chair and vice chair.

• Consider approval of Dipsea Race Committee use request for Downtown Plaza and Old Mill Park on June 14, 2026, 6am-2pm
• Receive and discuss Old Mill Park Amphitheater Renovation update
• Parks & Recreation Commission Priority Projects Update
• Nominations and election of chairperson and vice chairperson

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a children's gymnastics studio at 7 Locust Avenue. They will also consider a resolution recommending the City Council adopt an ordinance to update commercial zoning regulations. Additionally, the commission will appoint a new Chair and Vice-Chair for 2026 and approve a resolution of appreciation for outgoing Vice-Chair Jon Yolles.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for a children's gymnastics studio in a 1,700 sq. ft. tenant space at 7 Locust Avenue (C-N zoning, CEQA exempt)
• Commercial Code Amendment: resolution recommending City Council adopt an ordinance to update Title 20 (Zoning) commercial regulations
• Appointment of new Chair and Vice-Chair for 2026
• Resolution of Appreciation for Jon Yolles

Municipal Services Tax Study Committee Meeting #2 Video

Regular City Council Meeting (Adjusted for Presidents' Day)

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider introducing two ordinances that amend the local green building reach code and establish low-carbon concrete standards, reflecting updates to the 2025 California Building Standards and Energy Codes. Other actions include appointments to commissions, authorizing a recreation software contract, receiving an ADA transition plan progress report, and presentations from the Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin and the 3 Cheers program.

• Introduction of ordinances amending Title 14 (Buildings and Construction Code) for local green building, energy efficiency, electric vehicle readiness, and new low-carbon concrete standards (Chapter 14.49)
• Resolution authorizing a professional services agreement with ACTIVE for recreation program registration software
• Resolution making appointments to the Arts Commission, Emergency Preparedness Commission, and Library Board of Trustees
• Confirmation of the Mayor's City Council liaison assignments for 2026
• Receive the Americans with Disabilities Act 2026 Self Evaluation Transition Plan Progress Report

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a conditional use permit hearing for a family-oriented coworking business at 55 Sunnyside Avenue in the Downtown Commercial district. The project includes indoor play and learning areas, tutoring, speech therapy, and event programming. Commissioners will also continue study sessions for a new home at 31 Bigelow Avenue and a remodel expansion at 50 Sycamore Avenue that includes an ADU and requires variances.

• 55 Sunnyside Avenue – Conditional Use Permit for coworking with play areas, tutoring, events; hours 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
• 31 Bigelow Avenue – Study session for demolition of 1,797 SF home and construction of 2,111 SF new home on 6,217 SF lot in RS-6.
• 50 Sycamore Avenue – Study session for remodel/expansion: 800 SF ADU conversion, second-story addition, variances for nonconformities.
• A $1,112 appeal fee applies for any Planning Commission decision to City Council.
• Minutes from January 27, 2026 to be approved.

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a public hearing to review field use policies, policy compliance, and a proposed half-field rental pilot program. They will also consider recommending a professional services agreement with ACTIVE for a recreation registration software solution, and discuss fee waiver requests from Play Marin and the Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival. Additionally, they will consider an exception for wedding rental set-up in Old Mill Park. The meeting includes routine approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on field use policies and proposed half-field rental pilot program
• Recommendation to City Council to approve professional services agreement with ACTIVE for recreation registration software
• Exception request for Nair wedding rental to begin set-up in Old Mill Park at 7:00am on May 22, 2026
• Fee waiver request by Play Marin exceeding maximum allowed discount
• Fee waiver request by Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival exceeding maximum allowed discount

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the Planning Commission's decision regarding a design review and variance for a new carport at 74-1/2 Millside Lane. The council also will consider approving the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project plans and authorizing the city manager to award the contract. Consent items include appointments to the Planning and Parks & Recreation Commissions. The council will confirm outcomes from its annual retreat.

• Appeal of Planning Commission's denial of appeal for carport variance at 74-1/2 Millside Lane
• Resolution to approve 2026 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project plans and authorize contract award
• Appointments to Planning Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission effective March 1, 2026
• Confirmation of outcomes from the 2026 City Council Annual Retreat
• Presentation of historical designation for Mill Valley City Hall and Fire House on National Register of Historic Places

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The City Council will hold a public hearing on an appeal of a Planning Commission decision regarding a carport at 74-1/2 Millside Lane. The consent calendar includes a resolution to approve the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project and appointments to the Planning and Parks & Recreation commissions. The council will also receive a report on outcomes from its annual retreat.

• Public hearing on appeal of a carport design review and variance at 74-1/2 Millside Lane
• Consideration of a resolution to approve the 2026 Sewer Rehab Project, plans, and specifications, and authorize the City Manager to award the bid and execute the contract
• Resolution making appointments to the Planning Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission (terms starting March 1, 2026)
• Presentation of a proclamation declaring February 2026 as Black History Month
• Presentation of historical designation of Mill Valley City Hall and Fire House on the National Register of Historic Places

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold study sessions for two Design Review applications: a proposed new single-story home at 31 Bigelow Avenue and a new two-story home with garage at 100 Evelyn Avenue. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings. No final decisions will be made; these sessions are for feedback only.

• Study Session: Demolish 1,797 SF home and build 2,111 SF one-story residence on 6,217 SF lot at 31 Bigelow Avenue (RS-6 zoning)
• Study Session: Build new 2,121 SF two-story home and 340 SF detached garage on undeveloped 7,945 SF lot at 100 Evelyn Avenue (RS-43 district), including driveway across adjacent parcel and road widening
• Approval of minutes from September 9, December 9, and December 17, 2025
• Public Open Time for comments on non-agenda items (3-minute limit per person)

Municipal Services Tax Study Committee Meeting #1 Video

Regular City Council Meeting (Adjusted for Martin Luther King Jr. Day)

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an energy services contract for LED lighting upgrades at the Community Center, Public Safety Building, and Library. They will also take a second reading to adopt an ordinance rezoning a proposed housing site from Open Area (O-A) to Multifamily Residential-Bayfront (RM-B). Other items include a policy for residential on-street parking for persons with disabilities, acceptance of drainage improvements, and approval of a parcel map for condominiums.

• Second reading and adoption of ordinance to repeal Ordinance 24-1348 and rezone a housing site from O-A to RM-B (Item 4)
• Public hearing on Energy Services Contract with Syserco Energy Solutions for LED lighting upgrades at three city buildings (Item 10)
• Consideration of a policy for residential on-street parking for persons with disabilities (Item 11)
• Resolution approving final parcel map for condominium purposes at 20 Sunnyside Avenue (Item 8)
• Resolution accepting East Blithedale Avenue at Elm Avenue Drainage Improvements Project as complete (Item 6)

Regular City Council Meeting