101 Fourth St
Point Reyes Station 94956 · Pt. Reyes Station · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.06799, -122.80818
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned C-RA-B2 in Unincorporated Marin with likely ministerial ADU eligibility and mapped CAL FIRE moderate fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,778,000 ($1,565,000–$1,991,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Ministerial ADU / JADU pathway likely eligible
Zone C-RA-B2 allows residential use qualifying for ministerial ADU review under state law (2 ADU permits permitted within ¼ mile in 36 months).
Source: Unincorporated Marin zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314
- ✓ 7 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Mar 6, 2024, 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)
- ! Delayed or open permit activity on this parcel
Electrical / panel (164887): Issued after 2 mo — slower than 90% of electrical / panel permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 2d, n=3,020).
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: 5 new homes at 11401 State Route (0.11 mi NE, 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:
- 19,994 sq ft (0.46 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Tax Exempt
- Addresses on lot:
- 101 FOURTH ST; 401 B ST
Zoning & Land Use
C-RA-B2 — Residential Agriculture (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned C-RA-B2 (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotCan't tell
Zoned C-RA-B2 (single-family residential): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Residential agriculture, estate and restricted: large-lot residential; confirm SB 9 with the county.
- SB 9: split into two lotsCan't tell
Zoned C-RA-B2 (single-family residential): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Residential agriculture, estate and restricted: large-lot residential; confirm SB 9 with the county.
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 06041C0233D, effective May 4, 2009
- CGS Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
- Not in an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
Surrounding Rent & Value Benchmarks (Public Records)
Range: $1,565,000 – $1,991,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94956) · FY 2026
Studio $2,050 · 1BR $2,510 · 2BR $2,990 · 3BR $3,730 · 4BR $3,960
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- 5 new homes at 11401 State Route (Applied)0.11 mi NE
In "Applied" for 2.6 yr (since Apr 10, 2024), exceeding the 292d median and 313d 90th percentile for new multifamily / condos / mixed-use permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=21). High-impact scale (5 housing units, $1,200,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
- Electrical / panel (164887) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 2 mo — slower than 90% of electrical / panel permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 2d, n=3,020).
- New home at 147 Mesa Rd (Issued)0.23 mi E
Active in "Issued" for 9.9 yr (first record Dec 12, 2016) with no new permit activity recorded in 9.3 yr. High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $795,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
- New home at 350 Mesa Rd (Issued)0.34 mi NW
Active in "Issued" for 4.3 yr (first record Jul 21, 2022) with no new permit activity recorded in 3.3 yr. High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $1,370,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Owner Builder (1 on parcel, 14 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Owner (1 on parcel, 4 in ½ mi · Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion)); Kirby Constructions (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Bellows Plumbing Heating And Air (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Wilkerson Electric (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (7 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B37235 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued | Iss. Mar 6, 2024 | $2,500 | REPLACTE EXISTING 50 GAL STANDARD WH TO ATTIC. — Replace Plumbing Fixtures(s) |
| B37215 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Mar 4, 2024 | $12,000 | Replace existing furnace in closet and install new furnace in the attic. Install 10 wire flex runs — Replace Mechanical … |
| B36924 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Feb 6, 2024 | $21,000 | Install 4 Recessed Can lights, one Fan, add three switches in five bedrooms. Replace Two Fixture with LED, add fan and s… |
| B32573 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Feb 15, 2023 | $10,000 | This is an additional permit to be attached to permit #B30894. Dry Rot Was discovered in bathroom showers which is curre… |
| B30894 |