3035 Novato Blvd
Novato 94947 · North Novato · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.11317, -122.63896
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned A2-B4 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped FEMA A flood / CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,117,000 ($983,000–$1,251,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 6 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Dec 8, 2025, 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
- ! FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (A, about 28% of the lot of lot)
Zone A: 1% annual chance flood (Special Flood Hazard Area) overlaps this parcel. Expect mandatory flood insurance for federally backed loans and floodplain elevation/mitigation rules for new units or SB 9 applications.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (parcel polygon)
- ! CAL FIRE High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (State Responsibility Area) (about 74% 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
Electrical / panel (175790): Issued after 17 mo — slower than 90% of electrical / panel permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 2d, n=3,019).
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! Year 1 Prop 13 tax reset (~$13,296/yr at $1,117,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$1,108/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:
- 24,926,165 sq ft (572.23 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Tax Exempt
- Addresses on lot:
- 3035 NOVATO BLVD
Zoning & Land Use
A2-B4 — Agriculture Limited (Unincorporated Marin)
Undesignated — Undesignated (Novato)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned A2-B4 (agricultural): ADUs are allowed if the zone allows a home, which depends on the zone's rules. The parcel point also falls in Undesignated.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotUnlikely
Zoned A2-B4 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone. The parcel point also falls in Undesignated.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned A2-B4 (agricultural), 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) (about 74% of the lot, map Apr 1, 2024); Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zone (State Responsibility Area) (about 24% of the lot, map Apr 1, 2024); Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zone (State Responsibility Area) (about 2% of the lot, map Apr 1, 2024)
- FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer
- Zone A: 1% annual chance flood (Special Flood Hazard Area) (about 28% of the lot); Zone X: minimal flood hazard (about 70% of the lot); Zone X: minimal flood hazard (about 1% 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: $983,000 – $1,251,000 · 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
- Electrical / panel (175790) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 17 mo — slower than 90% of electrical / panel permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 2d, n=3,019).
- Electrical / panel (84172) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 7.2 yr — slower than 90% of electrical / panel permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 2d, n=3,019).
- Electrical / panel (144041) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 6 mo — slower than 90% of electrical / panel permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 2d, n=3,019).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Scc Electric (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Fort Bragg Electric (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Rich Armusewicz Construction (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Windows / doors / siding); Yupana (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Park Place Constructors (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (6 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B45054 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Dec 8, 2025 | $50,000 | Electrical Service upgrade — Service Upgrade |
| B43677 | Windows / doors / siding | Issued | Iss. Aug 31, 2025 | $29,000 | Replace "In Kind" 18 Windows. All Window to be WUI Tempered ,Low E glass. Replace Cedar shingle siding with Hardi Plank … |
| 175790 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Jan 19, 2024 | $23,800 | Remove/Replace [4] Antennas & [2] Rrhs, Install [2] Rrh & [2] Diplexers - Verizon Wireless T.D. 10-3-22 |
| 84172 | Electrical / panel | Applied | App. Aug 29, 2019 | $150,000 | Generator And 1325 Gal Fuel Tank On Reinforced Pad T.D. 9/25/19 |
| 156474 | Electrical / panel | Issued |