2037 Mill Rd
Novato 94947 · Indian Valley · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.10110, -122.60149
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 $1,270,000 ($1,118,000–$1,422,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 1 documented municipal building permit on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Apr 3, 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 2052 Hatch Rd (0.19 mi SW, 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 (~$15,055/yr at $1,270,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$1,255/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:
- 43,560 sq ft (1.00 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 2037 MILL RD
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
- 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 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: $1,118,000 – $1,422,000 · 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
Nearby Activity (½ mile radius, since November 2024)
4 active or recent development projects (4 housing units across completed, permitted, and pipeline stages) and 30 total building permits recorded within ½ mile.
- Additions & renovations3 permits
- Building systems23 permits
- Repairs1 permit
- Other3 permits
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- New home at 2052 Hatch Rd (Issued)0.19 mi SW
Active in "Issued" for 5.6 yr (first record Apr 22, 2021) with no new permit activity recorded in 3.2 yr.
- Perryman ADU (Issued)0.22 mi E
Active in "Issued" for 15 mo (first record Aug 21, 2025) with no new permit activity recorded in 15 mo.
- Accessory Dwelling (Issued)0.34 mi N
Active in "Issued" for 5.5 yr (first record May 13, 2021) with no new permit activity recorded in 5.5 yr.
- New home (Issued)0.36 mi W
Active in "Issued" for 3.4 yr (first record Jun 6, 2023) with no new permit activity recorded in 3.4 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Raven Heating And Air Conditioning (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Owner Builder (3 in ½ mi · Demolition); Jeffrey Novak Gen Contr (2 in ½ mi · Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion)); Owner (2 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)); Fairway Design And Construction (1 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (1 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B46383 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Apr 3, 2026 | $14,880 | Replace Ductwork, Replace Mechanical Appliance |