7 Meadow Ln
Novato 94947 · North Novato · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.10416, -122.64261
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned Undesignated in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,124,000 ($989,000–$1,259,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$6,813 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (4 total permits, latest May 26, 2020).
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)
- ! Year 1 Prop 13 tax reset (~$13,376/yr at $1,124,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$1,115/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:
- 142,006 sq ft (3.26 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 7 MEADOW LN
Zoning & Land Use
Undesignated — Undesignated (Novato)
A5 — Agriculture and Conservation (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned Undesignated (other): ADUs are allowed if the zone allows a home, which depends on the zone's rules. The parcel point also falls in A5.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotCan't tell
Zoned Undesignated (other): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Undesignated. The parcel point also falls in A5.
- SB 9: split into two lotsCan't tell
Zoned Undesignated (other): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Undesignated. The parcel point also falls in A5.
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 06041C0257D, 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: $989,000 – $1,259,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94947) · FY 2026
Studio $2,250 · 1BR $2,690 · 2BR $3,260 · 3BR $4,160 · 4BR $4,320
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Rebath By Schicker (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); De Mello Roofing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Bonney Plumbing Dba Oconnell Plumbing Heating And Air (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (4 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B22636 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. May 26, 2020 | $41,040 | REMOVE EXISTING TILE ROOF INSTALL NEW TILE ROOF — ReRoofing |
| 164464 | Remodel / interior alteration | Issued | Iss. Mar 12, 2020 | $16,300 | Bath Remodel - Express |
| 151268 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued | Iss. Mar 22, 2016 | $7,000 | Repl Vanity, Fan/Light; Add Dedicated Circuit, G F C I Outlet, And Vacancy Sensor |
| 149340 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued | Iss. Oct 8, 2015 | $2,000 | Repl Water Heater |