1030 3rd Street/900 A Street | San Rafael | MEHC Says Yes
Address: 900 A Street
Current Status: Approved | Last Action: November 18, 2025 | Application submitted, Incomplete letter, Resubmittal, Response to incomplete letter, City zoning inconsistency letter, Approved
131 total units, 11 affordable units
As of April 24, 2025, the City of San Rafael has notified the developer that their application is incomplete. A detailed letter will be sent to the applicant from the City by June 20, outlining any inconsistencies found.
This project will provide 131 units of multi-family housing in downtown San Rafael, as the site is within the downtown precise plan area. The project is requesting a density bonus and proposes to provide 10%, or 11 units to be restricted to low-income households. The project also includes tenant amenities in the form of a podium courtyard on the 2nd floor, a rooftop deck, and private patios.
More Information: Planning Department InformationDeveloper Information
Project News
- Marin IJ: Conditions in approval of plan for 900 A St upheld by San Rafael City Council
February 23, 2026San Rafael, 1030 3rd Street-900 A Street - SF Yimby: 900 A Street qualifies for CEQA exemption
December 2, 2025San Rafael, 1030 3rd Street-900 A Street, Housing News, Projects - Marin IJ: Developing housing in downtown San Rafael is a good thing
November 25, 2025San Rafael, 1030 3rd Street-900 A Street, 1230 Fifth Ave, Housing News - Marin IJ: Two multifamily housing projects in San Rafael are approved
November 19, 2025San Rafael, 1030 3rd Street-900 A Street, 1230 Fifth Ave, Housing News, Projects - Marin IJ: San Rafael Gets New Housing Proposal for 165 Apartments
January 25, 2025San Rafael, 1030 3rd Street-900 A Street