97 Verissimo Dr
Novato 94947 · North Novato · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.10261, -122.62687
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned Undesignated in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,248,000 ($1,098,000–$1,398,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$3,740 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (5 total permits, latest Sep 16, 2024).
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)
- ! 6 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: Accessory dwelling unit at 20 Verissimo Dr (0.26 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)
- ! Year 1 Prop 13 tax reset (~$14,802/yr at $1,248,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$1,234/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:
- 49,092 sq ft (1.13 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 97 VERISSIMO DR
Zoning & Land Use
Undesignated — Undesignated (Novato)
A2-B4 — Agriculture Limited (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned Undesignated (other): ADUs are allowed if the zone allows a home, which depends on the zone's rules. The parcel point also falls in A2-B4.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotCan't tell
Zoned Undesignated (other): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Undesignated. The parcel point also falls in A2-B4.
- SB 9: split into two lotsCan't tell
Zoned Undesignated (other): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Undesignated. The parcel point also falls in A2-B4.
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: $1,098,000 – $1,398,000 · 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
- Accessory dwelling unit at 20 Verissimo Dr (Applied)0.26 mi E
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).
- New home at 2500 Vineyard Rd (Applied)0.27 mi E
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 90 Verissimo Dr (adu 90a) (Issued)0.1 mi W
Active in "Issued" for 3 yr (first record Oct 27, 2023) with no new permit activity recorded in 2.1 yr.
- Accessory dwelling unit at 1 Rebelo Ln (Issued)0.17 mi SW
Active in "Issued" for 2.8 yr (first record Jan 24, 2024) with no new permit activity recorded in 2.8 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Earl Adams Tile Coping And Plastering Adams Pool Solutions (1 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); P And M Builders (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); De Mello Roofing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Pete A Knight Construction (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Sun Solar Electric (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · EV charger).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (5 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B39503 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. Sep 16, 2024 | $15,930 | TEAR OFF EXISTING COMPOSITION SHINGLE ROOF INSTALL COMPOSITION SHINGLE ROOF CLASS A 1400 SQ FT — ReRoofing |
| 159367 | Remodel / interior alteration | Issued | Iss. Aug 21, 2018 | $10,000 | Rmdl Bath - Express |
| B14922 | EV charger | Issued | Iss. May 8, 2018 | $7,600 | Replace 400A main panel, install 200A subpanel in garage, EV car charger Note; PG&E has determined that 350KCM servi… |
| 156522 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Sep 14, 2017 | $9,000 | Pool Remodel; Split Main Drains To V G B Code***Expired - Prepared For Imaging/Scanning, 4.7.20 - E.F. |
| 141253 | New garage / accessory structure |