3265 State Route 1
Stinson Beach 94970 · Stinson Beach · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 37.89570, -122.63670
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned C-R1-B2 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE very high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $3,221,000 ($2,834,000–$3,608,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ 1 documented municipal building permit on file
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Feb 13, 2018, 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 Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (State Responsibility Area) (about 87% 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
New home at 3265 State Route: In "Applied" for 8.7 yr (since Feb 13, 2018), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (review-time benchmark)
- ! 4 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: Mixed-use development at 3466 State Route 1 & (0.24 mi NW, 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:
- 18,905 sq ft (0.43 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Unimproved
- Addresses on lot:
- 3265 STATE ROUTE 1
Zoning & Land Use
C-R1-B2 — Residential Single Family (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUPossible, with conditions
Zoned C-R1-B2 (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed. The assessor lists the lot as vacant: an ADU needs an existing or proposed main home. Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone covers about 87% of the lot: cities may limit ADUs here for fire safety and evacuation.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotPossible, with conditions
Zoned C-R1-B2, a single-family residential zone. Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (State responsibility area) covers about 87% of the lot: SB 9 requires the project to meet the fire hazard mitigation standards.
- SB 9: split into two lotsPossible, with conditions
Zoned C-R1-B2, a single-family residential zone. The lot is 18,905 sq ft by the assessor, room for two lots of at least 1,200 sq ft, each at least 40% of the original. Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (State responsibility area) covers about 87% of the lot: SB 9 requires the project to meet the fire hazard mitigation standards.
Mapped Hazard Zones on This Lot
- CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone
- Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (State Responsibility Area) (about 87% of the lot, map Apr 1, 2024)
- FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer
- Zone X: minimal flood hazard (all of the lot) · FIRM panel 06041C0444E, 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: $2,834,000 – $3,608,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94970) · FY 2026
Studio $2,090 · 1BR $2,510 · 2BR $3,030 · 3BR $3,870 · 4BR $4,010
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- New home at 3265 State Route (Applied)On this parcel
In "Applied" for 8.7 yr (since Feb 13, 2018), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
- New single-family home (81444) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 8.7 yr (12.6× the 253d median) — slower than 90% of new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 253d, 90th pct 686d, n=121).
- Mixed-use development at 3466 State Route 1 & (Issued)0.24 mi NW
Active in "Issued" for 6.1 yr (first record Sep 23, 2020) with no new permit activity recorded in 5.1 yr. High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $1,000,000 declared valuation across 2 permits).
- New home at 6976 Panoramic Hwy (Issued)0.29 mi E
Active in "Issued" for 10.1 yr (first record Oct 4, 2016) with no new permit activity recorded in 8.9 yr. High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $850,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Owner Builder (15 in ½ mi · Commercial tenant improvement); Owner (6 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)); Gubbins Building (5 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Creative Builders (3 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); George T Flynn Construction (3 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (1 permits, 1 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81444 | New single-family home | Applied | App. Feb 13, 2018 | $600,000 | Sfd, Garage, Porch, Trellis, Terrace, And Basement. T.D. 3/22/18 ***Ext To 3/1/22 Nh |