200 N San Pedro Rd
San Rafael 94903 · Santa Venetia · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 37.99993, -122.52253
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned A2-B2-HOD in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE moderate fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $1,168,000 ($1,028,000–$1,308,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 3 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Jan 7, 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 (State Responsibility Area) (about 99% 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
General repair (93906): Pending in review for 10 mo (3.7× the 83d median) — above the 75th percentile for general repair permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 83d, 75th pct 181d, n=693).
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 (370 ft SW, 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:
- 107,985 sq ft (2.48 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Exemption - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 200 N SAN PEDRO RD
Zoning & Land Use
A2-B2-HOD — Agriculture Limited (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned A2-B2-HOD (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-B2-HOD (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned A2-B2-HOD (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) (about 99% of the lot, map Apr 1, 2024)
- FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer
- Zone X: minimal flood hazard (all of the lot) · FIRM panel 06041C0294E, 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: $1,028,000 – $1,308,000 · 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)370 ft SW
Active in "Issued" for 5 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).
- Demolition at 13 Edward Ave (Applied)0.12 mi N
In "Applied" for 3.8 yr (since Jan 23, 2023), exceeding the 55d median and 261d 90th percentile for demolition permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=130).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 15 Roosevelt Ave (Applied)0.2 mi W
In "Applied" for 4.3 yr (since Jul 13, 2022), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- General repair (93906) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 10 mo (3.7× the 83d median) — above the 75th percentile for general repair permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 83d, 75th pct 181d, n=693).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Downing Heating And Air Condition (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Adventures In Production (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · General repair); Owner Builder (34 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Owner (14 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Pagan Construction (12 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (3 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93906 | General repair | Applied | App. Jan 7, 2026 | — | Commercial Spa; New Depth, Plaster, Trim T.D. 1/23/26 |
| 156555 | General repair | Issued | Iss. Sep 20, 2017 | $55,000 | Repair Steam Room On Third Floor 9/26/17 |
| 145979 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Feb 23, 2015 | $95,000 | Rplc Cooling Tower |