29 Lafranchi Ln
Nicasio 94946 · Nicasio · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.06081, -122.70453
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 $2,101,000 ($1,849,000–$2,353,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$17,280 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (2 total permits, latest Sep 17, 2025).
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)
- ! Delayed or open permit activity on this parcel
Accessory dwelling unit at 29 Lafranchi Ln: 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).
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! 3 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: Accessory dwelling unit at 4 Nicasio Creek Rd (0.2 mi E, 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:
- 253,519 sq ft (5.82 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 29 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: $1,849,000 – $2,353,000 · 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)On this parcel
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 (new or conversion) (89096) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 5.1 yr (9.1× the 204d median) — slower than 90% of accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion) permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 204d, 90th pct 549d, n=298).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 4 Nicasio Creek Rd (Applied)0.2 mi E
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)0.37 mi N
Active in "Issued" for 9.6 yr (first record Mar 27, 2017) with no new permit activity recorded in 9.1 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Solarcraft Services (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); 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); Fault Line Builders (1 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (2 permits, 1 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B43918 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Sep 17, 2025 | $43,315 | (NEW) FLUSH MOUNTED PV SYSTEM WITH (NEW) BATTERY STORAGE, GRID TIED HYBRID INV,(EXISTING) MAIN SERVICE PANEL |
| 89096 | Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion) | Applied | App. Oct 19, 2021 | $150,000 | Detached A D U; Garage; Deck M C F D T U S D |