1 Redwood Canyon Dr
San Geronimo 94963 · San Geronimo Valley · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.01113, -122.65317
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned RSP-0.05-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 $1,340,000 ($1,179,000–$1,501,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ ADU & SB 9 infill pathways screen as likely eligible
Zoned RSP-0.05-SGV supports ministerial ADU/JADU review plus SB 9 both two-unit development and ministerial urban lot split on a 80,107 sq ft lot. Local precedent is active with 1 ADU permit within ¼ mile over the last 36 months.
Source: Unincorporated Marin zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314 & 65852.21
- ✓ 3 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Dec 5, 2025, 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
Electrical / panel (180653): Issued after 6 mo — slower than 90% of electrical / panel permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 2d, n=3,019).
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: Demolition at 16 Meadow View Ln (0.17 mi SW, 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)
Parcel & Assessor
- Lot size:
- 80,107 sq ft (1.84 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 1 REDWOOD CANYON DR
Zoning & Land Use
RSP-0.05-SGV — Residential Single Family Planned (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned RSP-0.05-SGV (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotLikely eligible
Zoned RSP-0.05-SGV, a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsLikely eligible
Zoned RSP-0.05-SGV, a single-family residential zone. The lot is 80,107 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: $1,179,000 – $1,501,000 · 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
- Electrical / panel (180653) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 6 mo — slower than 90% of electrical / panel permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 2d, n=3,019).
- Demolition at 16 Meadow View Ln (Applied)0.17 mi SW
In "Applied" for 8.5 yr (since May 29, 2018), exceeding the 55d median and 261d 90th percentile for demolition permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=130).
- Demolition at 0 Sylvan Way (Applied)0.36 mi E
In "Applied" for 2.6 yr (since Apr 22, 2024), exceeding the 55d median and 261d 90th percentile for demolition permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=130).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 209 San Geronimo Valley Dr (Applied)0.37 mi E
In "Applied" for 6.3 yr (since Jul 28, 2020), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Ernest Ongaro And Sons (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Marin Fencing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Juan Calmell (3 in ½ mi · New single-family home); Owner (3 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Fontana Construction (3 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (3 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180653 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Dec 5, 2025 | $27,211 | Install (N) Automatic Driveway Gate To Replace (E) |
| B23295 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued | Iss. Aug 18, 2020 | $2,200 | Replaced failed tankless WH with new tankless WH. No gas work was done. — Replace Plumbing Fixtures(s) |
| B16393 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Nov 6, 2018 | $6,500 | replace old ducting with new ducting (15 runs) — Replace Ductwork |