1600 Los Gamos Dr
San Rafael 94903 · San Rafael · Coordinates: 38.01876, -122.54131
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned PD(1963) in San Rafael and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (local responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,250,000 ($1,063,000–$1,438,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 25 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Jul 15, 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)
about 86% 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 (Local Responsibility Area) (about 35% 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 Mar 24, 2025)
- ! Delayed or open permit activity on this parcel
Demolition at 1600 Los Gamos Dr: Active in "Issued" for 11.9 yr (first record Dec 17, 2014) with no new permit activity recorded in 10.3 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: Los Gamos Apartments (290 ft W, 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:
- 646,430 sq ft (14.84 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Tax Exempt
- Addresses on lot:
- 1600 LOS GAMOS DR; 1600 LOS GAMOS DR STE 200; 1600 LOS GAMOS DR STE 231
Zoning & Land Use
PD(1963) (San Rafael)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned PD(1963) (planned development): ADUs are allowed if the zone allows a home, which depends on the approved plan. We read PD(1963) from the zoning code's name; we haven't checked it against San Rafael's code text.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotCan't tell
Zoned PD(1963) (planned development): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Planned development (by ordinance number): depends on the approved plan. We read PD(1963) from the zoning code's name; we haven't checked it against San Rafael's code text.
- SB 9: split into two lotsCan't tell
Zoned PD(1963) (planned development): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Planned development (by ordinance number): depends on the approved plan. We read PD(1963) from the zoning code's name; we haven't checked it against San Rafael's code text.
Mapped Hazard Zones on This Lot
- CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone
- High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (Local Responsibility Area) (about 35% of the lot, map Mar 24, 2025); Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zone (Local Responsibility Area) (about 39% of the lot, map Mar 24, 2025)
- FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer
- Zone X: minimal flood hazard (about 86% of the lot); Zone X: 0.2% annual chance flood hazard (shaded X) (about 14% of the lot) · FIRM panel 06041C0293E, effective March 16, 2016
- CGS Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
- Not in an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
Surrounding Rent & Value Benchmarks (Public Records)
Range: $1,063,000 – $1,438,000 · 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
Nearby Activity (½ mile radius, since November 2024)
4 active or recent development projects (4 housing units across completed, permitted, and pipeline stages) and 15 total building permits recorded within ½ mile.
- New construction2 permits (2 units)
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- Demolition at 1600 Los Gamos Dr (Issued)On this parcel
Active in "Issued" for 11.9 yr (first record Dec 17, 2014) with no new permit activity recorded in 10.3 yr.
- Los Gamos Apartments (Entitled)290 ft W
Active in "Entitled" for 4.8 yr (first record Feb 7, 2022) with no new permit activity recorded in 4.8 yr. High-impact scale (192 housing units, 20 deed-restricted affordable across 0 permits).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 122 Erin Dr (adu 122 A) - Lot (Issued)0.45 mi N
Active in "Issued" for 3.1 yr (first record Oct 20, 2023) with no new permit activity recorded in 18 mo.
- New home at 51 Erin Dr (Issued)0.5 mi N
Active in "Issued" for 3 yr (first record Oct 25, 2023) with no new permit activity recorded in 20 mo.
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (25 permits, 1 grouped projects)
Showing 15 most recent permits| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 182131 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Jul 15, 2026 | $450,000 | Commercial Site Improvement - 6' Fence; Bollards; Card Operated Pedestrian Gate; Exterior Prefab Spiral Stair; Add 3rd S… |
| 181715 | Commercial tenant improvement | Issued | Iss. May 19, 2026 | $4,790,000 | T I - Add Offices, Conference Rms, & 4 Baths W/Showers County Project Marin Co Fire |
| 93986 | Commercial tenant improvement | Applied | App. Feb 11, 2026 | $700,000 | T I - Remodel Office Space;Associated Mech And Elec Upgrades; Restroom Upgrade; (N) Hi/Lo Fountain - Mc Fire Dispatch - … |
| 180803 | Other | Issued |