Sidewalk vending in San Rafael is governed by California's Safe Sidewalk Vending Act (SB 946 / Government Code §51036 et seq.), which decriminalizes most sidewalk vending. Local zoning and health permits still apply. Door-to-door commercial solicitation is regulated by general business-license rules under Chapter 10.04.
SB 946 limits local restrictions to objective public-health, safety, or welfare concerns. Vendors must comply with state health code for food (e.g., MFF permit) and may not block sidewalks, doorways, or ADA paths. The §8.12.110 sidewalk obstruction rule and §10.04.210 business-license rule both apply. Aggressive solicitation in commercial corridors is separately regulated.
Business-license violation: $100/$410 or $500/$2,050 under §10.04.210. Sidewalk obstruction: §8.12.110 same tier.
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