296 N Almenar Dr
Greenbrae 94904 · Kentfield · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 37.95507, -122.52624
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned R1-B2 in Unincorporated Marin with likely ADU & SB 9 infill eligibility and zero mapped flood, fire, or fault hazard overlaps; benchmark value $2,316,000 ($2,038,000–$2,594,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ ADU & SB 9 infill pathways screen as likely eligible
Zoned R1-B2 supports ministerial ADU/JADU review plus SB 9 both two-unit development and ministerial urban lot split on a 10,542 sq ft lot.
Source: Unincorporated Marin zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ 5 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Jul 31, 2026, letting you verify roof, HVAC, electrical, or structural work against seller disclosures.
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (parcel APN)
- ✓ Above-average reinvestment in Kentfield
104 substantial renovation & housing permits over 24 months (41.3 per 1,000 parcels vs. 16.4 citywide baseline) (#7 of 22 neighborhoods).
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (Kentfield)
Watchouts & Due Diligence
- ! Mapped flood awareness zone (Zone X: minimal flood hazard)
all of the lot of the parcel intersects Zone X: minimal flood hazard. Outside mandatory federal SFHA insurance rules, but check local drainage and finished-floor requirements.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (parcel polygon)
- ! Delayed or open permit activity on this parcel
Windows / doors / siding (93970): Pending in review for 9 mo — slower than 90% of windows / doors / siding permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 5d, n=1,476).
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! 5 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: New home at 33 Bretano Way (0.42 mi S, issued). Inspect timeline history before assuming near-term completion.
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · HCD APR (½-mile radius)
- ! Year 1 Prop 13 tax reset (~$27,084/yr at $2,316,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$2,257/mo). Confirm exact Mello-Roos / CFD special assessments on the county tax bill.
Source: CA Const. Art. XIIIA (Prop 13) · County Tax Collector
Parcel & Assessor
- Lot size:
- 10,542 sq ft (0.24 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 296 N ALMENAR DR
Zoning & Land Use
R1-B2 — Residential Single Family (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned R1-B2 (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotLikely eligible
Zoned R1-B2, a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsLikely eligible
Zoned R1-B2, a single-family residential zone. The lot is 10,542 sq ft by the assessor, room for two lots of at least 1,200 sq ft, each at least 40% of the original.
Mapped Hazard Zones on This Lot
- CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone
- Not in a State-mapped fire hazard severity zone
- FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer
- Zone X: minimal flood hazard (all of the lot) · FIRM panel 06041C0459F, effective March 16, 2016
- CGS Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
- Not in an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
Surrounding Rent & Value Benchmarks (Public Records)
Range: $2,038,000 – $2,594,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94904) · FY 2026
Studio $2,260 · 1BR $2,710 · 2BR $3,280 · 3BR $4,190 · 4BR $4,340
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- Windows / doors / siding (93970) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 9 mo — slower than 90% of windows / doors / siding permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 5d, n=1,476).
- New home at 33 Bretano Way (Issued)0.42 mi S
Active in "Issued" for 19 mo (first record Apr 11, 2025) with no new permit activity recorded in 14 mo. High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $750,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
- 360 Via La Paz (Entitled)0.34 mi E
In "Entitled" for 2.1 yr (since Oct 22, 2024), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- Demolition at 25 Corte Sereno (Applied)0.34 mi W
In "Applied" for 4.8 yr (since Jan 14, 2022), exceeding the 55d median and 261d 90th percentile for demolition permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=130).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Refined Building Group (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Other); Butrimovitz Matthew E (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Other); Rock Solid Electrical (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Owner Builder (44 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Owner (31 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (5 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B47647 | Other | Issued | Iss. Jul 31, 2026 | $10,000 | — |
| 93970 | Windows / doors / siding | Applied | App. Feb 4, 2026 | $1,500 | Two New Skylights In Kitchen Area; Two Windows Under Existing Header. Related To B44982 |
| B45440 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. Jan 12, 2026 | $15,000 | Roof Replacement — Replace Ductwork, Replace Mechanical Appliance; ReRoofing |
| B44982 | Other | Issued | Iss. Dec 2, 2025 | $50,000 | Master Bathroom Remodel same layout, no structural. Guest Bathroom Remodel, same layout, no structural. Kitchen Remodel,… |
| B42947 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Jun 30, 2025 |