94 Tamal Rd
Forest Knolls 94933 · Forest Knolls · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.01959, -122.68957
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned RA-B4-SGV in Unincorporated Marin with likely ministerial ADU eligibility and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $887,000 ($781,000–$993,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Ministerial ADU / JADU pathway likely eligible
Zone RA-B4-SGV allows residential use qualifying for ministerial ADU review under state law.
Source: Unincorporated Marin zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314
- ✓ 7 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Feb 19, 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
New home at 94 Tamal Rd: Active in "Issued" for 11.7 yr (first record Feb 26, 2015) with no new permit activity recorded in 8.7 yr.
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! Year 1 Prop 13 tax reset (~$10,651/yr at $887,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$888/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:
- 230,607 sq ft (5.29 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 94 TAMAL RD
Zoning & Land Use
RA-B4-SGV — Residential Agriculture (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned RA-B4-SGV (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotCan't tell
Zoned RA-B4-SGV (single-family residential): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Residential agriculture, estate and restricted: large-lot residential; confirm SB 9 with the county.
- SB 9: split into two lotsCan't tell
Zoned RA-B4-SGV (single-family residential): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Residential agriculture, estate and restricted: large-lot residential; confirm SB 9 with the county.
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 06041C0275D, 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: $781,000 – $993,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94933) · FY 2026
Studio $2,870 · 1BR $3,440 · 2BR $4,160 · 3BR $5,310 · 4BR $5,510
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- New home at 94 Tamal Rd (Issued)On this parcel
Active in "Issued" for 11.7 yr (first record Feb 26, 2015) with no new permit activity recorded in 8.7 yr.
- Addition (adds square footage) (84344) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 7.1 yr (16.3× the 160d median) — slower than 90% of addition (adds square footage) permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 160d, 90th pct 440d, n=316).
- General repair (81934) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 8.5 yr (37.3× the 83d median) — slower than 90% of general repair permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 83d, 90th pct 328d, n=693).
- New single-family home (157791) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 3 yr (4.3× the 253d median) — slower than 90% of new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 253d, 90th pct 686d, n=121).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Architectural Coatings (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · New single-family home); Marin Mechanical Ii (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Owner Builder (8 in ½ mi · Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion)); Owner (6 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Zia Designs (2 in ½ mi · Demolition).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (7 permits, 1 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B37052 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Feb 19, 2024 | $9,950 | Installation of radiant heat pump — New Plumbing Fixture(s) |
| 171422 | New garage / accessory structure | Issued | Iss. May 13, 2022 | $68,400 | 2 Retaining Walls Connected To House; Coverd Porch |
| 84344 | Addition (adds square footage) | Applied | App. Sep 26, 2019 | — | Conv Deck To Living Space - Related To 157791 **Application Withdrawn Per Dkh** |
| 81934 | General repair | Applied | App. May 21, 2018 | $42,000 | 2 Retaining Wall Connected To House***Ext To 10/29/20 Pd Under 157791 |