17 Alpine Rd
Novato 94945 · Green Point · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.11278, -122.53280
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned ARP-2 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
- ✓ 3 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Aug 27, 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)
- ! 4 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: Mixed-use development at 435 School Rd (0.31 mi SE, 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 (~$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:
- 47,568 sq ft (1.09 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 17 ALPINE RD
Zoning & Land Use
ARP-2 — Agriculture Residential Planned (Unincorporated Marin)
PD — Planned District (Novato)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned ARP-2 (agricultural): ADUs are allowed if the zone allows a home, which depends on the zone's rules. The parcel point also falls in PD.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotUnlikely
Zoned ARP-2 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone. The parcel point also falls in PD.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned ARP-2 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone. The parcel point also falls in PD.
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 06041C0281E, 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
- Mixed-use development at 435 School Rd (Applied)0.31 mi SE
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 commercial building at 450 Atherton Ave (Applied)0.13 mi S
Active in "Applied" for 7.3 yr (first record Jul 10, 2019) with no new permit activity recorded in 6.9 yr.
- New home at 50 H Ln (Issued)0.13 mi W
Active in "Issued" for 12 yr (first record Nov 18, 2014) with no new permit activity recorded in 7.5 yr.
- Accessory dwelling unit at 11 H Ln (aka 15) (Issued)0.21 mi W
Active in "Issued" for 4.4 yr (first record Jun 9, 2022) with no new permit activity recorded in 4 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Lema Construction (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Sunrun Installation Services (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Other); Sunrun Installation Service (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Owner Builder (11 in ½ mi · Pool / spa); Owner (6 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (3 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B48114 | Other | Issued | Iss. Aug 27, 2026 | $18,970 | — |
| 149713 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Nov 5, 2015 | $9,800 | 4.675kw Roof Mounted Photovoltaic - Express |
| 146634 | Remodel / interior alteration | Issued | Iss. Apr 13, 2015 | $85,000 | Interior Remodel - As Built |