Water Service Requirements for:
New construction
Renovations requiring installation of a fire sprinkler system or adding water fixtures beyond existing meter capacity
Accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
When initiating a construction project, a variety of requirements related to water service may need to be undertaken. These requirements are established and administered by Marin Water, a special water district serving central and southern Marin County. The matrix on the inside of this page is intended to help you prepare for the steps involving water service that will be necessary for your project.
ACTION
Begin water service application process t
Complete the Project Information Form at marinwater.org/De by Marin Water after your application is reviewed. To give you
POSSIBLE REQUIREMENTS
Userecycledwater,whichmayinclude irrigationandapprovedindooruses.
Thisrequirementappliestomulti-unitor commercialpropertiesintheTerraLindaareaat thistime.Viewrecycledwaterserviceareamap: marinwater.org/RecycledWater
Forquestions,contact: 415-945-1488/recycled@marinwater.org
InstallReducedPressurePrincipleBackflow Preventeratthewatermeter.
Forquestions,contact: 415-945-1488/backflow@marinwater.org
ComplywithCalGreenPlumbingfixtures standardstoensureefficiencyofallinstalled waterfixtures.
Reviewcurrentstandards: hcd.ca.gov/building-standards/calgreen
Install swimming pool cover if property will have or has a pool.
CompleteLandscapePlanReviewprocessif landscapeareaispartofproject.
Reviewapplicationprocess: marinwater.org/LandscapePlanReview
Forquestions,contact: plancheck@marinwater.org
NEW CONSTRUCTION
Mayberequired
Mayberequired
Required
Required
Required
Projectswithlessthan500sqftoflandscapeareacan complywithMarinWater’sPrescriptiveCompliance OptionChecklist(formalplansnotrequired).
Projectswithmorethan500sqftoflandscapearea mustundergoafullLandscapePlanReview.
Note:
SINGLE-FAMILYANDDUPLEXHOMEPROPERTIESGrassinstallationforsingle-familyhomesand duplexesislimitedtonomorethan20%ofthenewly landscapedareawithamaxallowanceof1,200 squarefeetofgrass.
COMMERCIALPROPERTIESPotablewatermaynotbeusedtoirrigatenew ornamentallawnincommercialandmunicipal landscapesrequiringPlanReview.
evelopmentServices. Requirements and fees for your project will be provided u an idea of what to expect, some or all of the following items may be required. to provide description of project.
RENOVATION ADU
Mayberequired
Mayberequired
Mayberequired
Mayberequired
Required Required
Required
Required
Rehabilitatedlandscapeprojectswithanaggregate landscapeareaoflessthan1,000sqftcancomply withMarinWater’sPrescriptiveComplianceOption checklist(formalplansnotrequired).
Projectswithanaggregatelandscapeareaofmore than1000sqftmustundergoafullLandscapePlan Review.
Note: COMMERCIALPROPERTIES-
Potablewatermaynotbeusedtoirrigateornamental lawninrehabilitatedcommercialandmunicipal landscapesrequiringPlanReview.
Required
Required
Rehabilitatedlandscapeprojectswithanaggregate landscapeareaoflessthan1,000sqftcancomply withMarinWater’sPrescriptiveComplianceOption checklist(formalplansnotrequired).
Projectswithanaggregatelandscapeareaofmore than1000sqftmustundergoafullLandscapePlan Review.
Marin Water Customer Resources
Marin Water customers may find the following resources useful during and/or following completion of a construction project on their property.
Start (or Stop) Water Service / Establish Customer Account
Once your water meter is installed, you can request to start your water service through our easy online form. You may also stop service through this same process. marinwater.org/start-stop-service
Upsized Water Meter Discount
Customers whose water meter sizes were increased to accommodate indoor fire sprinklers or low water pressure, may qualify for lower fixed fees on their water bill. marinwater.org/Discounts
Customer Water Rules
Marin Water’s ongoing water rules are designed to ensure sustainable community water use. marinwater.org/WaterRules
Rebates and Incentives
We offer a variety of rebates and money-saving incentive opportunities to support customers with their water saving goals, including cash for lawn replacements, rebates for rain barrel and graywater system installations, and discounts on irrigation controllers and smart home water monitors. marinwater.org/Rebates
WaterSmart Garden and Landscape Resources
The greatest water-savings can be achieved outdoors, and we’ve curated a host of online resources from an array of industry experts to help customers create both beautiful AND water-efficient gardens or landscapes. Find guidance, tools and tips on irrigation, ground cover, plant selection, fire-safe and water-efficient landscape design, graywater systems and more. marinwater.org/WaterSmartGardening