Marin County Moves Toward More Business-Friendly Food Program
Good news for food businesses in Downtown San Rafael: Marin County is reviewing improvements to its Environmental Health food program designed to reduce red tape and improve customer service. The proposed updates include streamlining routine submittals, speeding up permits, simplifying change-of-ownership permits, and offering more guidance and resources to help businesses succeed from day one. The Board reviewed these changes on Feb 10, as part of a broader County effort to support economic vitality while keeping our community safe.
This is especially relevant if you’re opening a new food business, changing ownership, or planning a remodel in Downtown.
Stay informed: If you’re planning to open, remodel, or change ownership, these updates may affect timelines and requirements.
Get involved: Business owners can reach out to the health department to see what’s changing and provide public comment.