20 Maoli Dr
San Rafael 94903 · Lucas Valley Environs · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.02913, -122.58245
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned A2-B6 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,495,000 ($1,316,000–$1,674,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$19,800 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (3 total permits, latest Sep 18, 2019).
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: Demolition at 2000 Lucas Valley Rd (0.23 mi N, 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 (~$17,643/yr at $1,495,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$1,470/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:
- 124,887 sq ft (2.87 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 20 MAOLI DR
Zoning & Land Use
A2-B6 — Agriculture Limited (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned A2-B6 (agricultural): ADUs are allowed if the zone allows a home, which depends on the zone's rules.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotUnlikely
Zoned A2-B6 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned A2-B6 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
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 06041C0289D, 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: $1,316,000 – $1,674,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94903) · FY 2026
Studio $2,880 · 1BR $3,450 · 2BR $4,180 · 3BR $5,340 · 4BR $5,530
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- Demolition at 2000 Lucas Valley Rd (Applied)0.23 mi N
In "Applied" for 4.4 yr (since Jun 7, 2022), exceeding the 55d median and 261d 90th percentile for demolition permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=130).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 42 Oak Mountain Ct (Applied)0.32 mi N
In "Applied" for 5.5 yr (since Apr 30, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 1 Golden Lily Pl (Applied)0.44 mi NW
In "Applied" for 4.8 yr (since Jan 20, 2022), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- Demolition at 1605 Lucas Valley Rd (Issued)390 ft E
Active in "Issued" for 8.5 yr (first record May 29, 2018) with no new permit activity recorded in 8.4 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Juan Calmell (1 on parcel, 3 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Wb Pharis Construction (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · General repair); Owner Builder (19 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Owner (7 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Landmark Bldrs (5 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (3 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 162675 | Remodel / interior alteration | Issued | Iss. Sep 18, 2019 | $50,000 | Rmdl 4 Bath Rooms & Replace 6 Doors Like For Like |
| 145997 | General repair | Issued | Iss. Feb 24, 2015 | $9,000 | Ret Wall For Tracking #70824 Ret Wall Was Reviewed Under Original Project - But Was Not Included In Original Scope Of Pe… |
| 144180 | Addition (adds square footage) | Issued | Iss. Sep 18, 2014 | $150,000 | Addn, Rmdl, Decks T.D. 8/27/14 Plc Call Arch When Ready |