204 Resaca Ave
Forest Knolls 94933 · Forest Knolls · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.01010, -122.68868
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned R1-B3-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 $939,000 ($826,000–$1,052,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ ADU & SB 9 infill pathways screen as likely eligible
Zoned R1-B3-SGV supports ministerial ADU/JADU review plus SB 9 both two-unit development and ministerial urban lot split on a 12,632 sq ft lot.
Source: Unincorporated Marin zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ 3 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Aug 11, 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)
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
Other (93641): Pending in review for 13 mo — slower than 90% of other permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 71d, n=1,562).
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! 5 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: New home at 110 Rosario Rd (230 ft NE, issued). 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:
- 12,632 sq ft (0.29 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 204 RESACA AVE
Zoning & Land Use
R1-B3-SGV — Residential Single Family (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned R1-B3-SGV (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotLikely eligible
Zoned R1-B3-SGV, a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsLikely eligible
Zoned R1-B3-SGV, a single-family residential zone. The lot is 12,632 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: $826,000 – $1,052,000 · 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
- Other (93641) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 13 mo — slower than 90% of other permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 71d, n=1,562).
- New home at 110 Rosario Rd (Issued)230 ft NE
Active in "Issued" for 12.5 yr (first record May 29, 2014) with no new permit activity recorded in 11.5 yr.
- Demolition at 51 Aztec Ave (aka Lower Aztec) (Issued)0.18 mi N
Active in "Issued" for 11.9 yr (first record Dec 10, 2014) with no new permit activity recorded in 11.9 yr.
- New home at 350 Montezuma Ave (Issued)0.2 mi SE
Active in "Issued" for 4.7 yr (first record Feb 25, 2022) with no new permit activity recorded in 17 mo.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Owner Builder (1 on parcel, 10 in ½ mi · Demolition); Bellows Plumbing Heating And Air (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Owner (8 in ½ mi · New single-family home); Zia Designs (2 in ½ mi · Demolition); Rebuilding Together East Bay Network (1 in ½ mi · Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion)).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (3 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B47854 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Aug 11, 2026 | $3,947 | Service Upgrade |
| 182199 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. Jul 23, 2026 | $14,000 | Reroof |
| 93641 | Other | Applied | App. Oct 17, 2025 | — | [A B 2533] - Legalization Of Detached J A D U |