70 Los Pinos
Nicasio 94946 · Nicasio · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.03261, -122.64426
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned ARP-10 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
- ✓ 1 documented municipal building permit on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Jan 14, 2016, 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
Addition (adds square footage) (76514): Pending in review for 10.8 yr (24.7× the 160d median) — slower than 90% of addition (adds square footage) permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 160d, 90th pct 440d, n=316).
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! 1 slow or stalled nearby project within ½ mile
Closest lead: Accessory dwelling unit at 40 Los Pinos (0.11 mi NW, issued). 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:
- 853,428 sq ft (19.59 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 70 LOS PINOS
Zoning & Land Use
ARP-10 — Agriculture Residential Planned (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned ARP-10 (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-10 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned ARP-10 (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
Nearby Activity (½ mile radius, since November 2024)
0 active or recent development projects and 5 total building permits recorded within ½ mile.
- Building systems5 permits
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- Addition (adds square footage) (76514) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 10.8 yr (24.7× the 160d median) — slower than 90% of addition (adds square footage) permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 160d, 90th pct 440d, n=316).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 40 Los Pinos (Issued)0.11 mi NW
Active in "Issued" for 2.3 yr (first record Jul 24, 2024) with no new permit activity recorded in 2.3 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Bay Building And Remodel (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)); Owner (1 in ½ mi · Pool / spa).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (1 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76514 | Addition (adds square footage) | Applied | App. Jan 14, 2016 | $17,200 | Add Int Stairs And Create Bath |