48 N San Pedro Rd
San Rafael 94903 · Santa Venetia · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 37.99611, -122.52849
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned C1 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE moderate fire hazard severity zone (local responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,301,000 ($1,145,000–$1,457,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 12 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Jul 23, 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 Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zone (Local Responsibility Area) (about 28% 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 Mar 24, 2025)
- ! Delayed or open permit activity on this parcel
Windows / doors / siding (181523): Issued after 8 mo — slower than 90% of windows / doors / siding permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 5d, n=1,476).
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! 1 slow or stalled nearby project within ½ mile
Closest lead: New commercial building at 170 N San Pedro Rd (0.35 mi 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:
- 31,450 sq ft (0.72 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Commercial - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 48 N SAN PEDRO RD; 71 SAN PABLO AVE; 77 SAN PABLO AVE
Zoning & Land Use
C1 — Retail Business (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUUnlikely
Zoned C1 (commercial): the zone doesn't allow homes, so state ADU rules don't apply.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotUnlikely
Zoned C1 (commercial), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned C1 (commercial), not a single-family residential zone.
Mapped Hazard Zones on This Lot
- CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone
- Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zone (Local Responsibility Area) (about 28% of the lot, map Mar 24, 2025)
- FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer
- Zone X: minimal flood hazard (all of the lot) · FIRM panel 06041C0457E, effective March 16, 2016
- CGS Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
- Not in an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
Surrounding Rent & Value Benchmarks (Public Records)
Range: $1,145,000 – $1,457,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94903) · FY 2026
Studio $2,880 · 1BR $3,450 · 2BR $4,180 · 3BR $5,340 · 4BR $5,530
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- Windows / doors / siding (181523) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 8 mo — slower than 90% of windows / doors / siding permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 5d, n=1,476).
- Electrical / panel (93993) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 9 mo — slower than 90% of electrical / panel permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 2d, n=3,019).
- Plumbing / water heater / sewer (92256) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 2.5 yr — slower than 90% of plumbing / water heater / sewer permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 0d, n=2,211).
- Windows / doors / siding (162114) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 2 mo — slower than 90% of windows / doors / siding permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 0d, 90th pct 5d, n=1,476).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Owner Builder (1 on parcel, 24 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Owner (1 on parcel, 11 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Duleys Construction (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); Mike Marelli (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Windows / doors / siding); Silveira Enterprise (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (12 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B46983 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Jul 23, 2026 | $100 | Electrical is required to be disconnected when new gas tanks are installed under separate permit. The connection of this… |
| 181523 | Windows / doors / siding | Issued | Iss. Jun 25, 2026 | $20,000 | Facade Repair; Siding - Santa Venetia Market |
| 93993 | Electrical / panel | Applied | App. Feb 13, 2026 | $10,000 | Install Electrical Wiring From Fuel Equipment To (E) Electrical System |
| 92256 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Applied | App. May 28, 2024 | $200,000 | Remove (3) Single-Walled U S Ts + Associated Piping & Replace W/ (N) 12,000gallon & 6,000gallon Double-Walled U S Ts & P… |
| B28235 | Other |