42 N San Pedro Rd
San Rafael 94903 · Santa Venetia · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 37.99580, -122.52910
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned AP in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE moderate fire hazard severity zone (local responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,146,000 ($1,008,000–$1,284,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 3 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Apr 6, 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 86% 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
Demolition (180961): Issued after 4 mo (2.3× the 55d median) — above the 75th percentile for demolition permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 55d, 75th pct 106d, n=130).
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 commercial building at 170 N San Pedro Rd (0.39 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:
- 4,748 sq ft (0.11 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 42 N SAN PEDRO RD
Zoning & Land Use
AP — Admin and Professional (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUUnlikely
Zoned AP (commercial): the zone doesn't allow homes, so state ADU rules don't apply.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotUnlikely
Zoned AP (commercial), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned AP (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 86% 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: $1,008,000 – $1,284,000 · 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
- New commercial building at 170 N San Pedro Rd (Issued)0.39 mi NE
Active in "Issued" for 4.9 yr (first record Dec 1, 2021) with no new permit activity recorded in 4.4 yr. High-impact scale ($18,000,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 59 San Pablo Ave (Applied)270 ft E
In "Applied" for 23 mo (since Nov 27, 2024), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- Demolition (180961) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 4 mo (2.3× the 55d median) — above the 75th percentile for demolition permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 55d, 75th pct 106d, n=130).
- New home at 8 Edgehill Wy (Applied)0.29 mi E
In "Applied" for 10.8 yr (since Feb 4, 2016), 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: Owner Builder (1 on parcel, 25 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Owner (1 on parcel, 11 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Crown Ridge Roofing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Imperial Contracting (4 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Pagan Construction (4 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (3 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B46382 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Apr 6, 2026 | $750 | Service Upgrade |
| B46296 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. Apr 6, 2026 | $15,300 | ReRoofing; With Electronic Inspection |
| 180961 | Demolition | Issued | Iss. Jan 21, 2026 | $2,000 | Demolish Carport B W O P |