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Tennis Courts

We are fortunate to have two full courts available to the public in Fairfax. Tennis Court Procedures 1. Preference is given to members of the Ross Valley School District. 2. First come, first serve. 3. Limit of 2 hours of playing time. 4. No alcohol on the courts. 5. If classes are scheduled through Recreation...

Peri Park Picnic Area Rental

About Peri Park Peri Park has a lovely picnic area nestled in a redwood grove, perfect for various gatherings. You can reserve the space by following the steps listed below. Rental Rates Non-Profit Groups: $75/hour (2-hour minimum) Private Events: $80/hour (2-hour minimum) How to Reserve Information to Provide Please include the following details in your...

Birthday Party Rentals

Come out and see why Fairfax is a hidden gem for birthday party rentals in Marin! All birthdays offer plenty of party time in one of our local buildings, unlimited fun for your guests, and help from our staff to help you along the way. You can either have a party package that includes a...

Women's Club

The Fairfax Women's Club donated this building to the Town of Fairfax and it soon became the central meeting place for the town's residents. Today the building, which is located in Peri Park, is home to a variety of community meetings, activites and special events. Bordering the facility are the Bocce Ball court, seasonal gardens,...

Fairfax Pavilion Rental

Historical Overview Legend has it that the Miwok people considered this knoll among the redwoods a sacred space long before the Pavilion was built in 1921. Starting in the late 1800s, people began riding the North Coast Railroad to Fairfax from San Francisco and other parts to picnic in the fresh country air. Since no...

Parks and Facilities Rentals

Older Adults

We offer many classes thru our Recreation program for older adults.

Classes

Recreation

Fairfax Recreation Creating opportunities to LEARN, LIVE, and EXPLORE in Fairfax everyday. We offer a variety of community services that focus on making lives and communities better. The core building blocks essential to our services are: access to nature, outdoor spaces to play and exercise, facilities for self-directed and organized recreation, and providing positive alternatives...

Finance Policies

Financial Policies The Town has established a comprehensive set of financial policies to serve as a guideline for operational and strategic decision making related to financial matters. The financial policies are intended to establish a comprehensive set of guidelines for use by the Town Council and Town staff on decision-making that has a fiscal impact....

Town Budget

Fiscal years run from July 1 to June 30. The budget includes revenue projections and spending plans for the next upcoming year for Town departments. Work starts on the budget in late winter for the upcoming fiscal year that starts on the next July 1. How it works Resources

Planning and Building Forms

Planning Commission and Related Committees

Zoning, Building and Subdivision Codes

The following Town of Fairfax ordinances and codes govern planning and building in the community. The ordinances titles are linked to the text of the actual ordinances and codes. Town Ordinances Building and Construction Ordinance (Title 15 of the Town Code) Town Subdivision Ordinance (Title 16 of the Town Code) Zoning Ordinance (Title 17 of...

Planning and Building FAQ's

Planning Division

The Department of Planning and Building Services provides staff services to the Town Council and the Planning Commission related to the implementation of planning and land use policies and regulations in Fairfax. The Planning Division oversees the enforcement of Town ordinances that govern the development and use of property within the community. The Building Division...

How do I become a member of a Board or Commission?

Boards & Commissions vacancies are advertised on this website and on our 3 official bulletin boards around town: in front of Town Hall (142 Bolinas Road), on the front porch of the Fairfax Women’s Club (46 Park Road), and in the Fairfax Post Office lobby on the left hand wall (Center Blvd). You can apply online...

I don't have time to attend a meeting. How do I voice my opinion?

You can send your thoughts to the Town Council by email at fairfaxtowncouncil@townoffairfax.org or mail. Each member of the Town Council has their own email account as well. Public comments related to an agenda must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. All comments submitted and made at public meetings are recorded...

How do I contact the Town Council?

You can email them all at once using fairfaxtowncouncil@townoffairfax.org or individually. Depending on the nature of your email, the Town Council will do one of the following: If your email contains any questions, they will forward it to the appropriate staff for follow-up. If the nature of your email is to register your opposition or...

Who is on the Town Council?

Fairfax has 5 councilmembers, who are all elected at large for 4-year terms. Each year at their December meeting, the Fairfax Town Council rotates the positions of mayor and vice mayor, selecting from among its members the new mayor and vice mayor. All councilmembers have the chance to serve as mayor and/or vice mayor during...

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