4 Rebelo Ln
Novato 94947 · North Novato · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.10027, -122.62928
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned RMP-0.1 in Unincorporated Marin with likely ministerial ADU eligibility and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,273,000 ($1,120,000–$1,426,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Ministerial ADU / JADU pathway likely eligible
Zone RMP-0.1 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
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$28,800 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (9 total permits, latest Feb 8, 2022).
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
General repair (141658): Issued after 8 mo (2.9× the 83d median) — above the 75th percentile for general repair permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 83d, 75th pct 181d, n=693).
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! 4 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: New home at 2500 Vineyard Rd (0.44 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:
- 69,217 sq ft (1.59 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 4 REBELO LN
Zoning & Land Use
RMP-0.1 — Residential Multiple Planned (Unincorporated Marin)
Undesignated — Undesignated (Novato)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned RMP-0.1 (multifamily residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed. The parcel point also falls in Undesignated. On a multifamily lot the state allowance is different: ADUs in non-living space of the building, plus up to eight detached ADUs.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotUnlikely
Zoned RMP-0.1 (multifamily residential), not a single-family residential zone. The parcel point also falls in Undesignated.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned RMP-0.1 (multifamily residential), not a single-family residential zone. The parcel point also falls in Undesignated.
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: $1,120,000 – $1,426,000 · 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
- General repair (141658) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 8 mo (2.9× the 83d median) — above the 75th percentile for general repair permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 83d, 75th pct 181d, n=693).
- General repair (141657) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 8 mo (2.9× the 83d median) — above the 75th percentile for general repair permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 83d, 75th pct 181d, n=693).
- New home at 2500 Vineyard Rd (Applied)0.44 mi NE
In "Applied" for 3.3 yr (since Jul 14, 2023), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 20 Verissimo Dr (Applied)0.45 mi NE
In "Applied" for 4.2 yr (since Aug 23, 2022), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Westward Builders (4 on parcel, 4 in ½ mi · General repair); Semper Solaris Construction (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Semper Solaris (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Solarcraft Services (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Ernest Ongaro And Sons (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (9 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B28659 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Feb 8, 2022 | $62,241 | 17.77kW(DC) Photovoltaic System 4- Tesla Powerwall Battery |
| B25078 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued | Iss. Mar 8, 2021 | $1,900 | Replace failed 75 gal water heater with new 75 gal water heater — Replace Plumbing Fixtures(s) |
| 166681 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Dec 28, 2020 | $58,750 | Energy Storage System |
| 144303 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Sep 30, 2014 | $1,500 | Upgr Main Service To 400 A |
| 143907 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Aug 27, 2014 |