1611 Indian Valley Rd
Novato 94947 · Indian Valley · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.08780, -122.58402
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 $1,194,000 ($1,051,000–$1,337,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 2 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Feb 5, 2019, 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 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)
- ! Delayed or open permit activity on this parcel
Demolition at 1611 Indian Valley Rd: Active in "Issued" for 7.9 yr (first record Dec 10, 2018) with no new permit activity recorded in 7.8 yr.
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! 4 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: New home (0.46 mi NE, entitled). Inspect timeline history before assuming near-term completion.
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · HCD APR (½-mile radius)
Parcel & Assessor
- Lot size:
- 10,890 sq ft (0.25 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Multiple-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 1611 INDIAN VALLEY RD
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 06041C0279D, 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: $1,051,000 – $1,337,000 · 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
- Demolition at 1611 Indian Valley Rd (Issued)On this parcel
Active in "Issued" for 7.9 yr (first record Dec 10, 2018) with no new permit activity recorded in 7.8 yr.
- New home (Entitled)0.46 mi NE
In "Entitled" for 6.3 yr (since Jul 9, 2020), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- New home (Issued)0.36 mi SE
Active in "Issued" for 8.8 yr (first record Jan 10, 2018) with no new permit activity recorded in 8.8 yr.
- New commercial building at 1754 Indian Valley Rd (Applied)0.37 mi W
Active in "Applied" for 15 mo (first record Jul 29, 2025) with no new permit activity recorded in 15 mo.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Hurricane Hauling (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Demolition); Owner (6 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)); Owner Builder (3 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Builders Of Marin (2 in ½ mi · Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion)); Dan Gillies Construction (2 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (2 permits, 1 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 160694 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued | Iss. Feb 5, 2019 | $10,000 | New Water Line |
| 160460 | Demolition | Issued | Iss. Jan 7, 2019 | $13,250 | Demo Guest House J# Asb104917 |