Safety & Training Shorts: Cycle Safety
Cycling is the most common form of transportation in the world: There are one billion bicycles worldwide, which is more than double the number of automobiles. Because there are few formal training systems in place and cyclists share the road with cars, trucks and other motorized vehicles, cycle safety is a major concern. The dangers of cycling:Cycling has many inherent dangers due to a lack of protection in crashes and the level of skill required.Cycling dangers become more serious in urban areas when
Warning to MBA Members: Businesses Being Targeted in New Website Privacy Lawsuits
Dear Members, We want to make you aware of a growing legal issue impacting businesses across California, including companies in the construction industry. One of our members was recently served with a lawsuit related to the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA). The claim alleges that the company’s website used a tracking pixel or similar website technology without obtaining proper visitor consent. Like many businesses, the member was unaware that their website configuration could create potential
Safety & Training Shorts: Commercial or Industrial Water Hazards
While water hazards such as ponds, lakes, and other bodies of water can be attractive to many people in a community for many reasons, they also create liability concerns for landowners or tenants of the property. There are several steps that can be taken to increase safety and limit liability. Actual legal liability varies from state to state so it is important to be familiar with the laws that apply in your area and to fulfill those legal responsibilities. A hazard is generally defined as something
Marin Builders Association PAC Announces Endorsements of Damon Connolly, Eric Lucan, Magali Limeta, and Mary Sackett
San Rafael, CA — May 5, 2026 — The Marin Builders Association Political Action Committee, known as BAPAC, today announced its endorsement of Damon Connolly for California State Senate, Eric Lucan for California State Assembly, Magali Limeta for Marin County Board of Supervisors District 5, and Mary Sackett for Marin County Board of Supervisors District 1. BAPAC supports candidates who understand the essential role the building industry plays in Marin County’s economy, housing supply, workforce development,
Welcoming Julia Scardina, Welcoming Back Orna Weisberg, Celebrating Casey Mazzoni’s Next Chapter, and Welcoming Josh Townsend and Strategic 32
San Rafael, CA — May 4, 2026 — Marin Builders Association is pleased to announce several important team updates as the organization continues its work supporting members, partners, and the local building community. The Association is excited to welcome Julia Scardina as Office Administrative Assistant. In this role, Julia is responsible for front office administrative duties and helps ensure a positive experience for members, partners, and visitors. She works closely with the team to help daily processes
Safety & Training Shorts: Insect Bites and Stings
Swimming pools and surrounding areas can be natural breeding grounds for many types of bugs and insects. Many of these creatures can and will bite humans for a variety of reasons. Additionally, some may carry and transport diseases. Some bugs and insects are venomous and their bites and stings can cause a variety of responses in humans ranging from mild irritation, allergic reactions, or introduction of other organisms (such as in the case of malaria). These reactions can be moderate to very severe
Celebrating our Member Referral Partners - Thank You for Helping Us Build Our Community!
We would like to recognize and celebrate our wonderful REFERRAL PARTNERS! Interested in helping us BUILD OUR COMMUNITY? It's EASY! Click HERE for all the details2026:Eric Nelson, HR Consulting by Nelson & Associates, who referred Ellen Manerud DesignEddy Hernandez, North Coast Roofing who referred Joel Hernandez, Skyline Seamless Gutters. (Special thanks to Eddy for pledging his bonus to our Workforce Development and Scholarship Fund!)D & R Construction, who referred Northbay Kitchen & Bath DesignCiaran
How to Select a General Contractor: 9 Smart Ways to Avoid Costly Mistakes by Eric Rogers, Wagstaff + Rogers Architects
How to Select a General Contractor: 9 Smart Ways to Avoid Costly Mistakes Marin County homeowners are taking on projects of every size, from bathroom remodels and exterior upgrades to ADUs, additions, and whole-house renovations, and choosing the right general contractor remains one of the most important early decisions in the process. In a new article, “How to Select a General Contractor: 9 Smart Ways to Avoid Costly Mistakes,” Eric Rogers, AIA, of Wagstaff + Rogers Architects offers practical guidance
HammerLoop has 700 workers primarily located in the Marin, Sonoma, and Sacramento area!
Fellow Marin Builders Association members!! HammerLoop now has 700 construction workers looking for work, who are reachable with the click of a button, and searchable by trade! Post your needs, or send them a message. Creating a profile couldn't be any easier!Sign up now with the link below!https://hammerloop.com/get-started/employers
Thank You to our 2025-26 Marin Home Resource Guide Ad Partners!
We want to express our deep gratitude to our wonderful 2025-26 Marin Home Resource Guide Ad Partners! Their generous support of our signature publication made this edition possible - and our best yet! Your partnership is instrumental in supporting our local building community and connecting with Marin County homeowners preparing to undergo their next home improvement project.Celebrating in alpha order:A and P Moving, Inc.Aaero Heating & Sheetmetalbuilding LabCanty Real Estate Group, IncCentral Valley
Permit Archive: Marin County & City Building Permits
Please find a current list of permits published and provided by the County of Marin. To search by a specific jurisdiction click here and contact the appropriate office. If what you're looking for is not listed below, please don't hesitate to call our offices directly at 415.462.1220 or email us at mba@marinbuilders.com. County of MarinView the Current Building Permits Report Here Click Here to View the 2024 Permit Archive
Liens & Completions 2025-2026
Click the links below to view a current list of Liens & Completions published and provided by the County of Marin. If what you're looking for is not listed below, please don't hesitate to call our offices directly at 415.462.1220 or email us at
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Lien Protection Checklist - SUBCONTRACTOR
Click here for Subcontractor Lien Protection Checklist to protect your Lien rights provided by the Marin Builders Association and Dan McLennon of Smith, Currie & Hancock, LLP.Reviewed and Updated February 2026