36 Starbuck Dr
Muir Beach 94965 · Muir Beach · Unincorporated Marin · Coordinates: 37.86333, -122.58120
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 $1,844,000 ($1,623,000–$2,065,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$12,355 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (4 total permits, latest Aug 31, 2016).
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
Pool / spa (145660): Issued after 19 mo (4.3× the 136d median) — slower than 90% of pool / spa permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 136d, 90th pct 393d, n=162).
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: Accessory dwelling unit at 69 Starbuck Dr (adu 69a) (0.13 mi E, 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:
- 27,573 sq ft (0.63 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Single-Resid. - Improved
- Addresses on lot:
- 36 STARBUCK DR
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 06041C0505E, 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: $1,623,000 – $2,065,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 94965) · FY 2026
Studio $2,720 · 1BR $3,260 · 2BR $3,950 · 3BR $5,050 · 4BR $5,230
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- Pool / spa (145660) (Issued)On this parcel
Issued after 19 mo (4.3× the 136d median) — slower than 90% of pool / spa permits in Unincorporated Marin (median 136d, 90th pct 393d, n=162).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 69 Starbuck Dr (adu 69a) (Issued)0.13 mi E
Active in "Issued" for 2.5 yr (first record May 28, 2024) with no new permit activity recorded in 20 mo. High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $1,200,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
- Demolition at 40 Starbuck Dr (Issued)140 ft SE
Active in "Issued" for 9.8 yr (first record Jan 30, 2017) with no new permit activity recorded in 9.8 yr.
- New commercial building at 87 Seacape Dr (Issued)0.21 mi W
Active in "Issued" for 2.6 yr (first record Apr 17, 2024) with no new permit activity recorded in 19 mo.
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Owner (1 on parcel, 7 in ½ mi · New garage / accessory structure); Reid Heating And Energy (2 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Solar / battery storage); Apache Pools (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Pool / spa); Owner Builder (11 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Sidney Builders (3 in ½ mi · Addition (adds square footage)).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (4 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 153120 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Aug 31, 2016 | $27,983 | P V Sys 6.6 Kw |
| 153119 | Solar / battery storage | Issued | Iss. Aug 31, 2016 | $12,510 | Solar Thermal |
| 151104 | HVAC / heat pump | Issued | Iss. Mar 9, 2016 | $12,000 | New A/C Permit Revoked 3/23/16 Cristy Stanley - Code Enforcement |
| 145660 | Pool / spa | Issued | Iss. Jan 29, 2015 | $60,000 | New Pool With Cover, & Spa T.D. 9/9/13 ***Ext To 1/29/19 See Cristy In Enforcement |