304 Aberdeen Way
Inverness 94937 · Inverness · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.10056, -122.86270
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned C-RSP-1 in Unincorporated Marin with likely ministerial ADU eligibility and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) / Alquist-Priolo fault due diligence; benchmark value $1,687,000 ($1,485,000–$1,889,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Ministerial ADU / JADU pathway likely eligible
Zone C-RSP-1 allows residential use qualifying for ministerial ADU review under state law.
Source: Unincorporated Marin zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$15,216 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (7 total permits, latest Jul 29, 2026).
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 High 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)
- ! Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone (all of the lot of lot)
Intersects a State-mapped surface fault rupture zone. Adding habitable structures or subdividing typically requires a site-specific geologic fault investigation.
Source: California Geological Survey Alquist-Priolo Zones
- ! 6 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: New home at 60 Trossach Way (0.2 mi S, applied). Inspect timeline history before assuming near-term completion.
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · HCD APR (½-mile radius)
Parcel & Assessor
- Lot size:
- 11,543 sq ft (0.26 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 304 ABERDEEN WAY
Zoning & Land Use
C-RSP-1 — Residential Single Family Planned (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned C-RSP-1 (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotPossible, with conditions
Zoned C-RSP-1, a single-family residential zone. Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone covers all of the lot: the project must meet the seismic building standards, and a fault study is usually required.
- SB 9: split into two lotsPossible, with conditions
Zoned C-RSP-1, a single-family residential zone. The lot is 11,543 sq ft by the assessor, room for two lots of at least 1,200 sq ft, each at least 40% of the original. Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone covers all of the lot: the project must meet the seismic building standards, and a fault study is usually required.
Mapped Hazard Zones on This Lot
- CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone
- High 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 06041C0230E, effective August 15, 2017
- CGS Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
- Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone (Inverness quadrangle) (all of the lot)
Surrounding Rent & Value Benchmarks (Public Records)
Range: $1,485,000 – $1,889,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94937) · FY 2026
Studio $2,400 · 1BR $2,870 · 2BR $3,480 · 3BR $4,450 · 4BR $4,610
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- New home at 60 Trossach Way (Applied)0.2 mi S
In "Applied" for 5.9 yr (since Dec 15, 2020), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121). High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $1,400,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
- New home at 179 Keith Way (Issued)0.22 mi NW
Active in "Issued" for 17 mo (first record Jun 9, 2025) with no new permit activity recorded in 10 mo. High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $1,160,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
- New home at 445 Aberdeen Way (Issued)0.13 mi SW
Active in "Issued" for 13.6 yr (first record Mar 25, 2013) with no new permit activity recorded in 12.6 yr.
- New home at 70 Heather Ln (Issued)0.24 mi SW
Active in "Issued" for 12.5 yr (first record Apr 28, 2014) with no new permit activity recorded in 12.2 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Wedge Roofing (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Tesla Energy (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Magnolia Development (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Other); Sunrun Installation Service (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Owner Builder (7 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (7 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B47679 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. Jul 29, 2026 | $500 | Replace Circuits / Outlets; ReRoofing |
| B47623 | Other | Issued | Iss. Jul 24, 2026 | $17,000 | — |
| B40499 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. Dec 10, 2024 | $26,300 | Asphalt Roof Sections Only- Remove existing roof down to sheathing. Apply 1 1 2 SPF with Silicone Coating. New Roof Area… |
| B34575 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. Jul 6, 2023 | $7,390 | Foam - Cap Sheet Area & Adjacent Shingle Area to Ridge- Prepare existing surface to receive new roof. Apply 1 SPF with S… |
| 169057 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Aug 9, 2021 |