79 Gregory Dr
Fairfax 94930 · Unincorporated Fairfax · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 38.00277, -122.59188
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned A2 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE moderate fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,278,000 ($1,125,000–$1,431,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 4 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Jan 28, 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 Moderate 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)
- ! 3 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: New home (0.28 mi N, entitled). 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 (~$15,147/yr at $1,278,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$1,262/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:
- 7,579 sq ft (0.17 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 79 GREGORY DR
Zoning & Land Use
A2 — Agriculture Limited (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned A2 (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 A2 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned A2 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
Mapped Hazard Zones on This Lot
- CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone
- Moderate 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 06041C0289D, 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: $1,125,000 – $1,431,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94930) · FY 2026
Studio $2,230 · 1BR $2,680 · 2BR $3,240 · 3BR $4,140 · 4BR $4,290
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- New home (Entitled)0.28 mi N
In "Entitled" for 5.3 yr (since Jul 9, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- New home at 71 W Oak Knoll Dr (Applied)0.47 mi E
In "Applied" for 5.2 yr (since Sep 1, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- New home (Issued)0.37 mi NW
Active in "Issued" for 5.8 yr (first record Jan 29, 2021) with no new permit activity recorded in 5.8 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Rock Solid Electrical (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Fast Water Heater (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); Ernest Ongaro And Sons (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Moore Services (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Owner Builder (12 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (4 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B41025 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Jan 28, 2025 | $5,000 | Remove and replace 100 amp Federal Pacific service entrance panel with 200 amp Eaton. — Service Upgrade |
| B40056 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Nov 4, 2024 | $2,600 | Upgrade 100a main panel with 200 main panel, to be relocated 3 feet to right of current location — Service Upgrade |
| B36665 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued | Iss. Jan 11, 2024 | $4,054 | Remove/replace 40 gallon gas water heater in the garage. — Replace Plumbing Fixtures(s) |
| B11636 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Jan 9, 2017 | $1,950 | REPLACE DUCTS ONLY — Replace Ductwork |