59 Wild Iris Rd
San Geronimo 94963 · San Geronimo Valley · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.01804, -122.67926
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned ARP-20-SGV in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,353,000 ($1,191,000–$1,515,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$17,920 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (9 total permits, latest Sep 6, 2023).
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: New home at 70 Juniper Ave (0.48 mi S, 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 (~$16,010/yr at $1,353,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$1,334/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:
- 23,827 sq ft (0.55 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 59 WILD IRIS RD
Zoning & Land Use
ARP-20-SGV — Agriculture Residential Planned (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned ARP-20-SGV (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 ARP-20-SGV (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned ARP-20-SGV (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 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: $1,191,000 – $1,515,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94963) · FY 2026
Studio $2,500 · 1BR $3,000 · 2BR $3,630 · 3BR $4,630 · 4BR $4,800
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- New home at 70 Juniper Ave (Applied)0.48 mi S
In "Applied" for 4 yr (since Nov 18, 2022), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121). High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $930,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
- New home at 15 Fir Ave (Applied)0.41 mi SE
In "Applied" for 5 yr (since Nov 1, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- New home at 80 W Nicasio Rd (Applied)0.48 mi NE
In "Applied" for 5.5 yr (since May 18, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 500 Meadow Way (adu 500a) (Issued)0.24 mi SE
Active in "Issued" for 2 yr (first record Nov 6, 2024) with no new permit activity recorded in 21 mo.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Tesla Energy (3 on parcel, 3 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Simpson Sheet Metal (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Tesla Energy Operations (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Black Diamond Roofing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Acme Roofing Services (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (9 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B35290 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. Sep 6, 2023 | $5,600 | Partial Re Roof - Remove selected area of comp shingles, Install 1 layer of #30 felt, Install GAF Timberline Comp shingl… |
| B34269 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Jun 13, 2023 | $29,820 | ADD DUCTLESS MINI SPLIT SYSTEM — Mechanical Appliance |
| B33714 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. May 3, 2023 | $29,820 | install (5) indoor mini splits to one outdoor heat pump @ 23 SEER / 12 HSPF — Mechanical Appliance |
| B33287 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Apr 4, 2023 | $14,100 | Install roof mount solar at 4.8 kW and battery |
| B27519 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued |