7230 Panoramic Hwy
Stinson Beach 94970 · Stinson Beach · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 37.89974, -122.63207
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned C-RA-B4 in Unincorporated Marin and mapped CAL FIRE very high fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $3,135,000 ($2,759,000–$3,511,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$184,800 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (3 total permits, latest Jan 16, 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 Very 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)
- ! Delayed or open permit activity on this parcel
Demolition (89768): Pending in review for 4.6 yr (30.4× the 55d median) — slower than 90% of demolition permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 55d, 90th pct 261d, 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 home at 6976 Panoramic Hwy (0.23 mi S, 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:
- 115,957 sq ft (2.66 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 7230 PANORAMIC HWY
Zoning & Land Use
C-RA-B4 — Residential Agriculture (Unincorporated Marin)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADUPossible, with conditions
Zoned C-RA-B4 (single-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed. Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone covers all of the lot: cities may limit ADUs here for fire safety and evacuation.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotCan't tell
Zoned C-RA-B4 (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-B4 (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
- Very 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 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: $2,759,000 – $3,511,000 · 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
- Demolition (89768) (Applied)On this parcel
Pending in review for 4.6 yr (30.4× the 55d median) — slower than 90% of demolition permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 55d, 90th pct 261d, n=130).
- New home at 6976 Panoramic Hwy (Issued)0.23 mi S
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).
- 7 new homes (Issued)0.3 mi SE
Active in "Issued" for 8.9 yr (first record Jan 1, 2018) with no new permit activity recorded in 8.9 yr. High-impact scale (7 housing units across 0 permits).
- Mixed-use development at 3466 State Route 1 & (Issued)0.39 mi W
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).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Owner Builder (1 on parcel, 11 in ½ mi · Commercial tenant improvement); Ba Electric (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Electrical / panel); Gubbins Building (5 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Owner (4 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)); Creative Builders (3 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (3 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B36711 | Electrical / panel | Issued | Iss. Jan 16, 2024 | $5,368 | Replace 200amp meter main and install 200amp Eaton meter main panel against retaining wall and extend conduits to new lo… |
| 171452 | Addition (adds square footage) | Issued | Iss. May 18, 2022 | $1,000,000 | Addition; Remodel; Decks; Demo; Sm Retaining Wall T.D. 7/7/21 |
| 89768 | Demolition | Applied | App. Apr 15, 2022 | — | Demo Accessory Structure |