124 Meadow Way
San Geronimo 94963 · San Geronimo Village · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.01255, -122.66665
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned R1-B2-SGV 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 $1,225,000 ($1,078,000–$1,372,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ ADU & SB 9 infill pathways screen as likely eligible
Zoned R1-B2-SGV supports ministerial ADU/JADU review plus SB 9 both two-unit development and ministerial urban lot split on a 5,227 sq ft lot. Local precedent is active with 3 ADU permits within ¼ mile over the last 36 months.
Source: Unincorporated Marin zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ 4 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through May 5, 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)
- ! 4 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: New home at 15 Fir Ave (0.46 mi W, 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 (~$14,538/yr at $1,225,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$1,211/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:
- 5,227 sq ft (0.12 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 124 MEADOW WAY
Zoning & Land Use
R1-B2-SGV — Residential Single Family (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned R1-B2-SGV (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotLikely eligible
Zoned R1-B2-SGV, a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsLikely eligible
Zoned R1-B2-SGV, a single-family residential zone. The lot is 5,227 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 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: $1,078,000 – $1,372,000 · 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 15 Fir Ave (Applied)0.46 mi W
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).
- Demolition at 625 San Geronimo Valley Dr (Issued)0.12 mi NW
Active in "Issued" for 4.9 yr (first record Dec 6, 2021) with no new permit activity recorded in 3.9 yr.
- Accessory dwelling unit at 320 Meadow Way (Applied)430 ft NW
In "Applied" for 22 mo (since Jan 9, 2025), exceeding the 253d median and 456d 75th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- Demolition at 15 Fir Ave (Issued)0.46 mi W
Active in "Issued" for 10.3 yr (first record Aug 3, 2016) with no new permit activity recorded in 10.2 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Decked Out Homes (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); Wedge Roofing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Bright Design Electric (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Owner Builder (7 in ½ mi · Demolition); Bitzer (2 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (4 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B37939 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued | Iss. May 5, 2024 | $4,500 | Window replacement, New tankless water heater, New sub Panel, Replace siding near master bath due to rot — Service Upgra… |
| B37024 | Windows / doors / siding | Issued | Iss. Feb 15, 2024 | $25,000 | Kitchen remodel New energy efficient windows Bathroom update |
| B36234 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. Nov 27, 2023 | $25,700 | Shingle Roof Section of House Only - Remove existing roof down to sheathing. Prepare existing sheathing for new roof. In… |
| B34708 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Jul 13, 2023 | $2,000 | installation of manual transfer switch for backup power — New Circuits / Outlets |