5858 Lucas Valley Rd
Nicasio 94946 · Nicasio · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.06330, -122.65362
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned ARP-60 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $2,083,000 ($1,833,000–$2,333,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 16 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Oct 15, 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
- ! 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)
- ! Delayed or open permit activity on this parcel
Demolition at 5858 Lucas Valley Rd: Active in "Issued" for 11.9 yr (first record Dec 31, 2014) with no new permit activity recorded in 11.8 yr.
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! Year 1 Prop 13 tax reset (~$24,405/yr at $2,083,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$2,034/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:
- 66,436,492 sq ft (1525.17 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Commercial - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 5858 LUCAS VALLEY RD
Zoning & Land Use
ARP-60 — Agriculture Residential Planned (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned ARP-60 (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 ARP-60 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned ARP-60 (agricultural), 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 X: minimal flood hazard (all of the lot) · FIRM panel 06041C0275D, 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: $1,833,000 – $2,333,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94946) · FY 2026
Studio $2,050 · 1BR $2,510 · 2BR $2,990 · 3BR $3,730 · 4BR $3,960
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- Demolition at 5858 Lucas Valley Rd (Issued)On this parcel
Active in "Issued" for 11.9 yr (first record Dec 31, 2014) with no new permit activity recorded in 11.8 yr.
- Electrical / panel (94173) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 7 mo — slower than 90% of electrical / panel permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 2d, n=3,020).
- Electrical / panel (157608) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 4 mo — slower than 90% of electrical / panel permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 2d, n=3,020).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Crandall Roofing (5 on parcel, 5 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Plath And (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Commercial tenant improvement); Artistic Lighting And Electric (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Alternative Roofing Solutions (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); G Family (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (16 permits, 1 grouped projects)
Showing 15 most recent permits| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B48787 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Oct 15, 2026 | $20,000 | Replace Circuits / Outlets |
| 94173 | Electrical / panel | Applied | App. Apr 21, 2026 | $21,000 | Electrical Service For Car Charging Outlets. |
| B44828 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Nov 19, 2025 | $21,000 | Install(1)200-amp 120/208 v 3 phase panel for car charger outlets. Install (1) new 200-amp feeder. Connect to existing 2… |
| B44474 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Oct 22, 2025 | $5,000 |