272 Ocean Pkwy
Bolinas 94924 · Bolinas · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 37.89554, -122.70157
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned C-RA-B2 in Unincorporated Marin with likely ministerial ADU eligibility and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $2,082,000 ($1,832,000–$2,332,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Ministerial ADU / JADU pathway likely eligible
Zone C-RA-B2 allows residential use qualifying for ministerial ADU review under state law (2 ADU permits permitted within ¼ mile in 36 months).
Source: Unincorporated Marin zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$7,040 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (5 total permits, latest Apr 17, 2024).
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)
- ! 6 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: New home at 185 Elm Rd (0.46 mi N, 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)
- ! Year 1 Prop 13 tax reset (~$24,393/yr at $2,082,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$2,033/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:
- 11,848 sq ft (0.27 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 272 OCEAN PKWY
Zoning & Land Use
C-RA-B2 — Residential Agriculture (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned C-RA-B2 (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotCan't tell
Zoned C-RA-B2 (single-family residential): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Residential agriculture, estate and restricted: large-lot residential; confirm SB 9 with the county.
- SB 9: split into two lotsCan't tell
Zoned C-RA-B2 (single-family residential): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Residential agriculture, estate and restricted: large-lot residential; confirm SB 9 with the county.
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 06041C0440E, effective August 15, 2017
- CGS Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
- Not in an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
Surrounding Rent & Value Benchmarks (Public Records)
Range: $1,832,000 – $2,332,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94924) · FY 2026
Studio $2,050 · 1BR $2,510 · 2BR $2,990 · 3BR $3,730 · 4BR $3,960
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- New home at 185 Elm Rd (Issued)0.46 mi N
Active in "Issued" for 3.2 yr (first record Aug 24, 2023) with no new permit activity recorded in 2.3 yr. High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $850,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
- New home at 20 Oak Rd (Issued)270 ft SW
Active in "Issued" for 6.8 yr (first record Jan 30, 2020) with no new permit activity recorded in 6.7 yr.
- Accessory dwelling unit at 45 Nymph Rd (Issued)350 ft W
Active in "Issued" for 3.5 yr (first record May 16, 2023) with no new permit activity recorded in 22 mo.
- Demolition at 45 Nymph Rd (Issued)350 ft W
Active in "Issued" for 6.1 yr (first record Oct 13, 2020) with no new permit activity recorded in 5.6 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Ielmorini Electric (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Sunrun Installation Services (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Levita Construction (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); Marin H20 (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); Owner Builder (11 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (5 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B37693 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued | Iss. Apr 17, 2024 | $2,250 | Replace water heater like for like. 50 Gallon propane. — Replace Plumbing Fixtures(s) |
| B36489 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Issued | Iss. Dec 20, 2023 | $2,929 | Scope of work should please read: “In upstairs back room, replace bathtub with window bench; convert shower to closet; i… |
| B32507 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Feb 7, 2023 | $10,169 | 3800w AC , 9 Panel Roofmount PV System w/ ESS |
| B32029 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Dec 12, 2022 | $4,155 | sub panel upgrade — Service Upgrade |
| B31542 | Electrical / panel | Issued |