37 Lafranchi Ln
Nicasio 94946 · Nicasio · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.06231, -122.70471
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned ARP-7 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE moderate fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $2,131,000 ($1,875,000–$2,387,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$47,640 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (3 total permits, latest Jan 12, 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 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)
- ! 4 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: Accessory dwelling unit at 29 Lafranchi Ln (0.11 mi S, 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)
- ! Year 1 Prop 13 tax reset (~$24,957/yr at $2,131,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$2,080/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:
- 242,411 sq ft (5.56 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 37 LAFRANCHI LN
Zoning & Land Use
ARP-7 — Agriculture Residential Planned (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned ARP-7 (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-7 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned ARP-7 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
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 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: $1,875,000 – $2,387,000 · 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
- Accessory dwelling unit at 29 Lafranchi Ln (Applied)0.11 mi S
In "Applied" for 5.1 yr (since Oct 19, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 4 Nicasio Creek Rd (Applied)0.26 mi SE
In "Applied" for 5.7 yr (since Feb 24, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- New commercial building at 5300 Nicasio Valley Rd (Issued)0.29 mi NE
Active in "Issued" for 9.6 yr (first record Mar 27, 2017) with no new permit activity recorded in 9.1 yr.
- Accessory dwelling unit at 4299 Nicasio Valley Rd (Applied)0.36 mi E
In "Applied" for 17 mo (since Jun 9, 2025), exceeding the 253d median and 456d 75th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Tesla Energy Operations (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Owner (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Pool / spa); Richard E Wodehouse (2 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); North Cal Restoration And Construction (2 in ½ mi · Commercial tenant improvement); Oakwood Construction (1 in ½ mi · New single-family home).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (3 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B28338 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Jan 12, 2022 | $16,335 | Reroof (157) Tesla tiles at 11.3 kW and 1 battery — ReRoofing |
| B28337 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Jan 12, 2022 | $7,000 | Reroof (157) Tesla tiles at 11.3 kW and 1 battery. |
| 166638 | Pool / spa | Issued | Iss. Dec 21, 2020 | $150,000 | Pool & Spa; Ret Wall |