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The Mill Valley Kott House interior located at 164 Morningson Ave. Gerald C. Kott was a contractor who built more than 500 homes in Southern Marin County mostly in Mill Valley but as far north as Novato, beginning in the late 1940's. The homes that Kott built have a distinctive style and are still widely known. His homes are easily identified as "Kott Houses." To working class families getting their start in Marin during the post-war years, the low price tag and basic style were enticing. Mr. Kott designed his homes to be affordable yet easy to enlarge and update for a growing family. Kott house remodels and updates can be found all over Marin County. Gerry Kott became known as a colorful character. He abhorred authority and challenged it whenever he could. There are many local legends about him.
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