2355 Chileno Valley Rd
Petaluma 94952 · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.19526, -122.70969
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned A20 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE moderate fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence.
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 5 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Oct 31, 2023, 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)
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)
- ! CAL FIRE Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zone (State Responsibility Area) (all of the lot of lot)
Located in a mapped Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Expect Chapter 7A ignition-resistant building standards, defensible-space inspections, and stricter property insurance underwriting.
Source: CAL FIRE FHSZ (map Apr 1, 2024)
Parcel & Assessor
- Lot size:
- 475,632 sq ft (10.92 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Agricultural - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 2355 CHILENO VALLEY RD
Zoning & Land Use
A20 — Agriculture and Conservation (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned A20 (agricultural): ADUs are allowed if the zone allows a home, which depends on the zone's rules.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotUnlikely
Zoned A20 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned A20 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
Mapped Hazard Zones on This Lot
- CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone
- Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zone (State Responsibility Area) (all of the lot, map Apr 1, 2024)
- FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer
- Zone X: minimal flood hazard (all of the lot) · FIRM panel 06041C0150D, effective May 4, 2009
- CGS Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
- Not in an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
Surrounding Rent & Value Benchmarks (Public Records)
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94952) · FY 2026
Studio $2,050 · 1BR $2,510 · 2BR $2,990 · 3BR $4,010 · 4BR $4,280
Nearby Activity (½ mile radius, since November 2024)
0 active or recent development projects and 3 total building permits recorded within ½ mile.
- Building systems2 permits
- Repairs1 permit
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Owner (2 on parcel, 3 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Royal Pools Of Santa Clara (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Pool / spa); Owner Builder (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Maus Electric (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (5 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 175350 | Pool / spa | Issued | Iss. Oct 31, 2023 | $146,600 | Pool W/ Auto Safety Cover; Solar-Thermal Panels |
| 163147 | New garage / accessory structure | Issued | Iss. Nov 7, 2019 | $36,000 | Barn For Sheep, Equipment Extend 3 Months 2/7/2021 Due To Covid Bc |
| 160931 | New garage / accessory structure | Issued | Iss. Mar 6, 2019 | $80,000 | New Garage T.D. 10/31/18 |
| 160930 | New garage / accessory structure | Issued | Iss. Mar 6, 2019 | $130,000 | Addn, Rmdl, Trellis, Breeze Way & (E) Elec To Mount On New Power Pole. ***Extended To 3/6/21 T.D. 10/31/18 |
| 151795 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. May 2, 2016 |