2052 Hatch Rd
Novato 94947 · Indian Valley · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.09930, -122.60409
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 $1,450,000 ($1,276,000–$1,624,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$209,660 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (6 total permits, latest Nov 18, 2024).
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)
- ! Delayed or open permit activity on this parcel
New home at 2052 Hatch Rd: Active in "Issued" for 5.6 yr (first record Apr 22, 2021) with no new permit activity recorded in 3.2 yr.
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! 3 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: New home (0.26 mi NW, 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)
Parcel & Assessor
- Lot size:
- 18,121 sq ft (0.42 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 2052 HATCH 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: $1,276,000 – $1,624,000 · 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
- New home at 2052 Hatch Rd (Issued)On this parcel
Active in "Issued" for 5.6 yr (first record Apr 22, 2021) with no new permit activity recorded in 3.2 yr.
- Windows / doors / siding (178130) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 2 mo — slower than 90% of windows / doors / siding permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 5d, n=1,477).
- Remodel / interior alteration (174769) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 2.3 yr (10.2× the 83d median) — slower than 90% of remodel / interior alteration permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 83d, 90th pct 266d, n=1,054).
- New home (Issued)0.26 mi NW
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: Hoffmann Construction (3 on parcel, 3 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)); Peter Levi Plumbing (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Owner Builder (4 in ½ mi · Demolition); Owner (3 in ½ mi · Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion)); Jeffrey Novak Gen Contr (2 in ½ mi · Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion)).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (6 permits, 1 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 178130 | Windows / doors / siding | Issued | Iss. Nov 18, 2024 | $2,000 | New French Doors @ Studio |
| 178129 | Addition (adds square footage) | Issued | Iss. Nov 18, 2024 | $498,000 | Remodel & Addition; Deck |
| B39658 | Other | Issued | Iss. Oct 1, 2024 | $8,000 | Remove and replace bathroom cabinets. Remove and replace two kitchen cabinets |
| 174769 | Remodel / interior alteration | Issued | Iss. Aug 16, 2023 | $15,000 | Convert Living Room/Bedroom To Jadu *Courtesy Extension To 9/30/23 Nh* |