12718 Sir Francis Drake Blvd
Inverness 94937 · Inverness · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.08804, -122.84048
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned C-RCR in Unincorporated Marin and mapped FEMA AE flood / CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) / Alquist-Priolo fault due diligence; benchmark value $1,770,000 ($1,558,000–$1,982,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 2 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Jan 7, 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)
Watchouts & Due Diligence
- ! FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (AE, about 61% of the lot of lot)
Zone AE: 1% annual chance flood (Special Flood Hazard Area) overlaps this parcel. Expect mandatory flood insurance for federally backed loans and floodplain elevation/mitigation rules for new units or SB 9 applications.
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
- ! 4 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: Demolition at 12732 Sir Francis Drake Blvd (0.14 mi NW, 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:
- 87,773 sq ft (2.01 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Commercial - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 12718 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD
Zoning & Land Use
C-RCR — Resort and Commercial Recreation (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUUnlikely
Zoned C-RCR (commercial): the zone doesn't allow homes, so state ADU rules don't apply.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotUnlikely
Zoned C-RCR (commercial), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned C-RCR (commercial), not a single-family residential zone.
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 AE: 1% annual chance flood (Special Flood Hazard Area) (about 61% of the lot); Zone AE: 1% annual chance flood (Special Flood Hazard Area) (about 15% of the lot); Zone X: 0.2% annual chance flood hazard (shaded X) (about 12% of the lot); Zone X: minimal flood hazard (about 12% of the lot) · FIRM panel 06041C0229E, 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: $1,558,000 – $1,982,000 · 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
- Demolition at 12732 Sir Francis Drake Blvd (Applied)0.14 mi NW
In "Applied" for 2.5 yr (since Apr 26, 2024), exceeding the 55d median and 261d 90th percentile for demolition permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=130).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 11 Redwood Ave (Applied)0.18 mi S
In "Applied" for 4.6 yr (since Apr 25, 2022), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- New home at 12719 Sir Francis Drake Blvd (Issued)0.1 mi SW
Active in "Issued" for 10.2 yr (first record Sep 1, 2016) with no new permit activity recorded in 9.9 yr.
- Demolition at 12730 Sir Francis Drake Blvd (Issued)0.11 mi NW
Active in "Issued" for 12.2 yr (first record Sep 15, 2014) with no new permit activity recorded in 11.8 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Capstone Roofing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Roy Nicolas Asi (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Fidelity Roof (2 in ½ mi · Demolition); Avila And Wadlington Contractors (1 in ½ mi · New single-family home); Kelly Domer Partners Dba Pacific Constr (1 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (2 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B45337 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Jan 7, 2026 | $9,800 | Replace current furnace like for like — Replace Mechanical Appliance |
| B37784 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. Apr 23, 2024 | $53,650 | Remove existing roof. Install with new Lifetime Class A composition shingles — ReRoofing |