31 Verissimo Dr
Novato 94947 · North Novato · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.10340, -122.62585
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 $1,251,000 ($1,101,000–$1,401,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$7,040 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (3 total permits, latest Feb 27, 2023).
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
New single-family home (168882): Issued after 2.3 yr (3.4× the 253d median) — slower than 90% of new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 253d, 90th pct 686d, n=121).
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! 5 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: Accessory dwelling unit at 20 Verissimo Dr (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:
- 55,713 sq ft (1.28 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 31 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: $1,101,000 – $1,401,000 · 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
- New single-family home (168882) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 2.3 yr (3.4× the 253d median) — slower than 90% of new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 253d, 90th pct 686d, n=121).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 20 Verissimo Dr (Applied)0.2 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)0.22 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 27 Stirrup Ln A K A (Applied)0.45 mi E
In "Applied" for 8.8 yr (since Feb 8, 2018), 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: Owner (1 on parcel, 13 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Owner Builder (1 on parcel, 12 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)); Efficient Energy Solutions Solar (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Rjdj (4 in ½ mi · Pool / spa); Marco Design Group (3 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (3 permits, 1 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B32754 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Feb 27, 2023 | $14,695 | 4.56 DC Photovoltaic Solar System 12 Silfab 380 Watt Black Solar Panels 12 Solaredge P401 Optimizers 1 Solaredge SE3800H… |
| 172604 | Other | Issued | Iss. Oct 21, 2022 | $17,500 | Rear Deck |
| 168882 | New single-family home | Issued | Iss. Jul 21, 2021 | $200,000 | New S F D; Gar; Covered Porch; Decks T.D. 5/30/19 |
State HCD Housing Element APR records on this parcel: 2 entries (report years 2021, 2024).