374 Sunset Trl
Novato 94945 · Green Point · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.11313, -122.52583
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned Undesignated in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE moderate fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,337,000 ($1,177,000–$1,497,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 4 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through May 7, 2026, 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
- ! 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)
- ! 6 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: New home at 50 Lockton Ln (0.46 mi SE, issued). 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 (~$15,826/yr at $1,337,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$1,319/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:
- 40,772 sq ft (0.94 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 374 SUNSET TRL
Zoning & Land Use
Undesignated — Undesignated (Novato)
ARP-2 — Agriculture Residential Planned (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 ARP-2.
- 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 ARP-2.
- 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 ARP-2.
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 06041C0282E, effective March 16, 2016
- CGS Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
- Not in an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
Surrounding Rent & Value Benchmarks (Public Records)
Range: $1,177,000 – $1,497,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94945) · FY 2026
Studio $2,050 · 1BR $2,510 · 2BR $2,990 · 3BR $3,770 · 4BR $3,960
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- New home at 50 Lockton Ln (Issued)0.46 mi SE
Active in "Issued" for 8.7 yr (first record Feb 21, 2018) with no new permit activity recorded in 8.5 yr. High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $1,090,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
- Mixed-use development at 435 School Rd (Applied)0.18 mi SW
In "Applied" for 5.6 yr (since Mar 26, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- New home at 260 Crest Rd (Applied)0.43 mi NE
In "Applied" for 4.4 yr (since Jul 8, 2022), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 10 Atherton Oaks Dr (Applied)0.47 mi S
In "Applied" for 5.8 yr (since Feb 10, 2021), 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: Peter Levi Plumbing (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); High Definition Solar (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Other); Kelly Plumbing And Heating (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Owner Builder (8 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Owner (6 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (4 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B46699 | Other | Issued | Iss. May 7, 2026 | $32,182 | — |
| B44164 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Oct 2, 2025 | $20,000 | Remove furnace & install an air handler, furnish & install heat pump in yard. — Mechanical Appliance, Replace Mechanical… |
| B41316 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued | Iss. Feb 19, 2025 | $4,000 | Remove & replace 50 gallon water heater like for like. — Replace Plumbing Fixtures(s) |
| 141238 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Jan 16, 2014 | $5,800 | Replace Furnace ***Expired |