30 Villa Vista Ct
Novato 94947 · North Novato · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.10544, -122.61836
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned A2-B4 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,197,000 ($1,053,000–$1,341,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$16,891 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (5 total permits, latest Aug 5, 2026).
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 27 Stirrup Ln A K A (380 ft 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 (~$14,216/yr at $1,197,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$1,185/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:
- 12,153 sq ft (0.28 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 30 VILLA VISTA CT
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
- 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 06041C0276D, 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: $1,053,000 – $1,341,000 · 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 27 Stirrup Ln A K A (Applied)380 ft SE
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).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 20 Verissimo Dr (Applied)0.24 mi SW
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)0.26 mi SW
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 138 Trish Dr (Applied)0.47 mi N
In "Applied" for 2.1 yr (since Sep 19, 2024), 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: Divine Electric (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Solarcraft Services (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Crown Ridge Roofing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Rapidflo (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Owner (13 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (5 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B47750 | EV charger | Issued | Iss. Aug 5, 2026 | $2,700 | EV Charging Station; With Electronic Inspection |
| B41099 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Feb 3, 2025 | $39,100 | (N) 6.88 kW FLUSH MOUNTED PV SYSTEM WITH (N) 13.5 kWh BATTERY STORAGE, GRID TIED HYBRID INVERTER |
| B31817 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Nov 18, 2022 | $12,000 | Replace existing gas furnace with an electric Gree 24-36k Flexx Condenser and a 36k High Static Air Handler — Replace Me… |
| B30305 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Jul 7, 2022 | $4,029 | 100A to 100A Main Panel U/G Fed Safety Swap — Service Upgrade |
| B29279 | Roof replacement | Issued |