Novato’s city council is considering a set of architectural design standards, including six approved styles, for future development projects in an effort to maintain some local control over the look of new homes amid more stringent state housing laws. The city’s council voted unanimously this week to advance the ordinance, which is expected to receive a final vote next month. Staff said the new rules would prevent “cookie-cutter” developments of identical buildings by allowing developers to choose from a palette of six approved styles, including contemporary, Craftsman, Main Street classical, Mediterranean, Tudor and Victorian.
The city’s wastewater treatment plant in Novato is undergoing a major upgrade, with work scheduled to begin in September and be completed by May 2020. The project is expected to increase the capacity and treatment capabilities of the Novato plant and its sister facility in Ignacio, while also meeting the more stringent federal and state environmental requirements for water quality control. The project will also make the facilities more efficient, reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
As the oldest community in Marin County, Novato has a rich history that reaches back to the 1700s. In its early years, Novato was a hub for agricultural production, with many dairy farms and orchards located in the area. During the Civil War, the town was a railroad hub and later, in the early 20th century, it became a center for suburban growth.
Today, Novato is a vibrant community with a Novatoto diverse economy that includes tourism, retail, education and technology companies. In addition, it is home to several health care and biotechnology firms such as the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, Biosearch Technologies, BioMarin Pharmaceutical and Ultragenyx. The area is also well-known for its beautiful parks and open spaces, as well as an active arts scene.
Novato’s history is celebrated each year in a number of ways, such as through the Old Town Historic District walking tour, public school field trips and the Novato Historical Society museum. In addition, the City of Novato has an active redevelopment program to revitalize and improve its older commercial and residential neighborhoods.
A key element of the Novato Community Plan is to promote a walkable and sustainable town center that is safe and connected to other parts of the city. To that end, the city has a network of pedestrian and bicycle paths throughout the downtown area. The plan also calls for the creation of a central community gathering space, possibly including a theater or marketplace.
The City of Novato collects a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) from guests who stay at hotels, inns, motels, vacation rentals and similar lodging establishments for 30 days or less. The TOT is a non-resident tax that contributes to the City’s general fund and helps support community services and programs, such as police and fire protection, parks and recreation and waste water management.
Mary joined Novato Kitchens & Baths in 2000, and enjoys working on residential projects where she is able to communicate with clients about their personal preferences. She believes that each project is unique and must reflect the client’s lifestyle and taste.
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