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Breakthrough Permit Resolution in Novato Offers a New Model for Marin County
Novato, CA — June 15, 2026 — A complex red-tagged property in Novato has successfully achieved FEMA compliance, removed a red tag, and avoided costly structural elevation or reconstruction, creating a potential model for resolving similar permit challenges for other Novato Homeowners. The project was led by Clare Michael, who coordinated the effort to navigate regulatory requirements, technical challenges, and stakeholder alignment. Referred by Denise Athos, long-time realtor and Novato City Councilmember,
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 details 2026:Sara Lopez, McLeran Roofing & Gutters, referred Chris McGovern, McGovern Skylight SpecialistLindsay Moon, ProMortgae, who referred Avila's Construction, Inc. (Special thanks to Lindsay for pledging her bonus to our Workforce Development and Scholarship Fund!)Eric Nelson, HR Consulting by Nelson & Associates, who referred Ellen Manerud