110 Churchill Ln
Novato 94945 · North Novato · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.11772, -122.55404
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned A2-B4 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE moderate fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,283,000 ($1,129,000–$1,437,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 2 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Sep 3, 2015, 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 675 Atherton Ave (0.34 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 (~$15,205/yr at $1,283,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$1,267/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:
- 49,136 sq ft (1.13 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 110 CHURCHILL LN
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
- 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: $1,129,000 – $1,437,000 · 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 675 Atherton Ave (Applied)0.34 mi E
In "Applied" for 5.5 yr (since May 18, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121). High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $1,500,000 declared valuation across 3 permits).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 2 Equestrian Ct (Applied)0.23 mi W
In "Applied" for 5.6 yr (since Mar 23, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 162 Churchill Ln (aka 160) (Issued)330 ft S
Active in "Issued" for 4.8 yr (first record Jan 12, 2022) with no new permit activity recorded in 4.5 yr.
- Accessory dwelling unit at 98 Kristin Marie Ct A K A (Issued)0.23 mi E
Active in "Issued" for 8.7 yr (first record Mar 20, 2018) with no new permit activity recorded in 8.1 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Millsap Degnan And Associates (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Owner Builder (14 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Rjdj (4 in ½ mi · Pool / spa); Owner (3 in ½ mi · New single-family home); Anello Painting And Construction (2 in ½ mi · Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion)).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (2 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 148781 | Windows / doors / siding | Issued | Iss. Sep 3, 2015 | $50,000 | Siding Replacement ***Must Meet Wui Requirements*** 2/29/16 Change Of Contractor Fm Brownco Construction & Dev Lic #6165… |
| 147528 | Remodel / interior alteration | Issued | Iss. Jun 11, 2015 | $300,000 | Rmdl Kit & 3 Bas, Electrical In Other Areas; Repl Some Wndws & Doors Size For Size, Must Meet W U I & Egress; Remove Fir… |