220 Mesa Rd
Bolinas 94924 · Bolinas · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 37.90834, -122.70573
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned C-ARP-10 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $2,173,000 ($1,912,000–$2,434,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 2 documented municipal building permits on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Apr 13, 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 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: Accessory dwelling unit at 410 Cedar Rd (0.35 mi SE, applied). 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 (~$25,440/yr at $2,173,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$2,120/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:
- 21,998 sq ft (0.51 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Multiple-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 220 MESA RD
Zoning & Land Use
C-ARP-10 — Agriculture Residential Planned (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUCan't tell
Zoned C-ARP-10 (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 C-ARP-10 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsUnlikely
Zoned C-ARP-10 (agricultural), not a single-family residential zone.
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: $1,912,000 – $2,434,000 · 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
- Accessory dwelling unit at 410 Cedar Rd (Applied)0.35 mi SE
In "Applied" for 3.6 yr (since Apr 4, 2023), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- New home at 555 Dogwood Rd (Issued)0.16 mi E
Active in "Issued" for 11.4 yr (first record Jun 4, 2015) with no new permit activity recorded in 11.1 yr.
- New home at 534 Overlook Dr (Issued)0.35 mi E
Active in "Issued" for 6.1 yr (first record Sep 22, 2020) with no new permit activity recorded in 5.1 yr.
- Accessory dwelling unit at 530 Overlook Dr (Issued)0.35 mi E
Active in "Issued" for 6.1 yr (first record Sep 22, 2020) with no new permit activity recorded in 5.1 yr.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Sunshine Roofing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Edwin Alvarenga (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Owner Builder (4 in ½ mi · Demolition); Wick Brothers Construction (3 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)); Vida Building (3 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (2 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B46472 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Apr 13, 2026 | $4,800 | Service Upgrade |
| B36466 | Roof replacement | Issued | Iss. Dec 19, 2023 | $19,000 | T/O existing roof on main home and garage, 2900 sq ft, install new GAF HDZ comp shingles, haul away debris. — ReRoofing |