Who we are · Since 1948

About Greenbrae

A volunteer, nonprofit association serving our neighborhood.

  • President · Scott Sherman
  • Treasurer · David Sternberg
  • Secretary · Leila Seppa
  • Board Member · Lauren Cargill
Landscaping Committee

Landscaping@greenbrae.org

With acknowledgment to Ellen Murphy, “Greenbrae, A Stroll Through History,” 1991.

The Greenbrae Property Owners Association is a volunteer, nonprofit association formed in 1948. We serve the Greenbrae community and act as a resource and advocate for residents on landscaping, fire safety, land use and neighborhood life.

The Board of Directors of the GPOA are volunteer members who serve the community on a best-effort basis. The Board acts as a liaison to Marin County and City of Larkspur Planning and Building departments, coordinates community landscaping and fire-safety efforts, and administers the community’s Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions.


New Neighbor Welcome

New to Greenbrae? Start here

Welcome to the neighborhood. Here are the first things worth doing as a new resident - and we hope to see you around the community.


Step 1

Know your CC&Rs

Read the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions that protect our neighborhood. Planning a project? Submit plans to the Association for architectural review before you build.


Step 2

Join the email list

Get community news, event announcements, landscaping updates and fire-safety reminders straight to your inbox.


Step 3

Prepare for fire season

Review Zone Zero, defensible space and home-hardening guidance with FireSafe Marin, and get to know your Neighborhood Response Group.


Step 4

Meet your neighbors

Come to the Annual Community Picnic in Parkside Park and the Annual Community Meeting to reconnect and meet new neighbors.


Step 5

Understand our landscaping

Marin County Parks and CSA 16 maintain our medians and street trees, with the GPOA Landscaping Committee as liaison. Questions go to the committee.


Step 6

Save our contacts

Email is our preferred method of contact. Reach the Board at info@greenbrae.org, plus committee emails for landscaping and fire safety.

Join us in adding to the essence of our vibrant community. Questions about moving in? Email info@greenbrae.org - we are glad to help.


Leadership

Board of Directors, 2026–2027

  • President · Scott Sherman
  • Treasurer · David Sternberg
  • Secretary · Leila Seppa
  • Board Member · Lauren Cargill

Join us in adding to the essence of our vibrant community. Reach the Board any time at info@greenbrae.org.

Join our GPOA email list by clicking above, and inquire about joining our Board by emailing info@greenbrae.org.


Committees

How to reach us

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Landscaping Committee

Liaison to Marin County Parks and the CSA 16 Advisory Board on medians, street trees, parks and the SFDB frontage.

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Fire & Safety

Coordinates FireWise USA, defensible space and wildfire-preparedness outreach with FireSafe Marin and the MWPA.

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Architectural Review (ARC)

Reviews building plans for compliance with the community’s CC&Rs before construction.


Before you build

Architectural Review

Planning a building project? Greenbrae properties are subject to an architectural review process under the community’s CC&Rs. Plans must be submitted to the Association for approval before construction begins - including excavation.


Our roots

A little Greenbrae history

Greenbrae was developed by the Schultz Company across 17 subdivisions, and the GPOA has served the community since 1948. To learn more about the history of our neighborhood, explore these local resources:

  • In the Heart of Marin: The History of Kentfield & Greenbrae, California - Kentfield Greenbrae Historical Society.
  • Marin Nostalgia: Greenbrae - a collection of historic Greenbrae photographs and memories.

With acknowledgment to Ellen Murphy, “Greenbrae, A Stroll Through History,” 1991.


Good to know

Frequently asked questions

  • Who runs the GPOA?

    The Board of Directors, all volunteer members of the Greenbrae community. Email is our preferred method of contact at info@greenbrae.org.

  • How do I join the Board?

    Inquire about joining our Board by emailing info@greenbrae.org. New volunteers are always welcome.

  • How do I get community updates?

    Join our GPOA email list to receive newsletters, event notices and fire-safety reminders.

  • What area does GPOA serve?

    The Greenbrae neighborhood north of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, between Eliseo Drive and Manor Road, in Marin County, across 17 subdivisions.