301 Wilson Ave
Novato 94947 · Indian Valley · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.09214, -122.60898
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned RSP-0.5 in Unincorporated Marin with likely ADU & SB 9 infill eligibility and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,139,000 ($1,002,000–$1,276,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ ADU & SB 9 infill pathways screen as likely eligible
Zoned RSP-0.5 supports ministerial ADU/JADU review plus SB 9 both two-unit development and ministerial urban lot split on a 137,998 sq ft lot.
Source: Unincorporated Marin zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ 2 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Jul 18, 2024, 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
General repair (92413): Pending in review for 2.3 yr (10.2× the 83d median) — slower than 90% of general repair permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 83d, 90th pct 328d, n=693).
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: Accessory dwelling unit at 443 Wilson Ave (aka 441) (510 ft NE, 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:
- 137,998 sq ft (3.17 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 301 WILSON AVE; 315 WILSON AVE
Zoning & Land Use
RSP-0.5 — Residential Single Family Planned (Unincorporated Marin)
Undesignated — Undesignated (Novato)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned RSP-0.5 (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed. The parcel point also falls in Undesignated.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotLikely eligible
Zoned RSP-0.5, a single-family residential zone. The parcel point also falls in Undesignated.
- SB 9: split into two lotsLikely eligible
Zoned RSP-0.5, a single-family residential zone. The parcel point also falls in Undesignated. The lot is 137,998 sq ft by the assessor, room for two lots of at least 1,200 sq ft, each at least 40% of the original.
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 06041C0278D, 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: $1,002,000 – $1,276,000 · 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
- General repair (92413) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 2.3 yr (10.2× the 83d median) — slower than 90% of general repair permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 83d, 90th pct 328d, n=693).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 443 Wilson Ave (aka 441) (Issued)510 ft NE
Active in "Issued" for 5.4 yr (first record Jun 25, 2021) with no new permit activity recorded in 4.8 yr.
- Accessory dwelling unit at 441 Wilson Ave (Issued)0.1 mi NE
Active in "Issued" for 5.7 yr (first record Feb 25, 2021) with no new permit activity recorded in 5.7 yr.
- New home at 10 Tanglewood Ln (Issued)0.27 mi SE
Active in "Issued" for 8.5 yr (first record May 24, 2018) with no new permit activity recorded in 7.2 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Bravo Restoration (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Owner (4 in ½ mi · Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion)); Owner Builder (3 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Design Build Specialists (2 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Fairway Design And Construction (1 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (2 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92413 | General repair | Applied | App. Jul 18, 2024 | $58,000 | Retaining Wall Installation |
| 153556 | New garage / accessory structure | Issued | Iss. Oct 19, 2016 | $25,000 | Gar Part Rbld Due To Tree Damage T.D. 8/11/16 Info@Powellandassoc.Com |