Famous female musician Rhianna recently purchased the $13.8 million home after it was completely rebuilt with an additional 2,000 sq feet since 2016. The house entered the market last July at $16.5 million and features a 21st-century presence with modern farmhouse design elements. The home is atmospherically lit with an off-white and black trim with […]
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Jason Somers on Permit Expeditors in Los Angeles
Before you start a construction project of any kind, it’s important that you prepare for the project to ensure that mistakes and issues during development are kept to a minimum. Whether you are performing a sizable home renovation or are getting ready to start development on a commercial building, you will be tasked with applying […]
Read MoreThe Full Breakdown of the Demolition Process and Associated Costs
When you want to change the appearance, design, or layout of a building, two options available to you include renovating the property and demolishing the property. A demolition involves knocking or tearing something down. If you changes you want to make to the property are substantial, demolishing some or all of the building in order […]
Read MoreThe Process Behind a Single Close Construction Loan
If you want to construct a new home, you will need to consider different financing options unless you’ve saved up enough cash to cover the total expenses for the building materials and labor. One of the more popular options for financing the construction of a new home is a construction loan, which is a type […]
Read MoreThe Importance of Site Investigation with New Construction
In order for a new construction project to begin, there are a range of steps that you must take to ensure that the building is being constructed in the right location. Among the most important of these steps is a site investigation, which is designed to look at the subsurface conditions for the site. When […]
Read MoreBeverly Hills Mixed Use Ordinance
In anticipation of two future Beverly Hills subway station areas at Wilshire/La Cienega Boulevard (La Cienega Station) and Wilshire/Beverly (Rodeo Station), the Beverly Hills City Council approved a General Plan Land Use Map Amendment to allow mixed-use developments in certain commercial areas of the city and to apply a city ordinance that would create a […]
Read MoreInclusionary Zoning (IZ) For Your Community
Over the years, many different programs have been created to increase the amount of affordable housing that exists in cities and states throughout the country. Among the most commonly used methods of providing affordable housing is inclusionary zoning, which was first developed in the 1970’s. Inclusionary zoning was created for the purpose of mitigating exclusionary […]
Read MoreThe Role of a Structural Engineer in Real Estate Development Planning
If you’re getting ready to construct a commercial or residential building, there are many different professionals who will be required to work on the project alongside you. Along with the core construction team, it’s essential that you hire a structural engineer. Structural engineers are in charge of designing and analyzing the structural integrity of buildings, […]
Read MoreCrest Obtains Permitting for One of The World’s Most Expensive Homes featured in Architectural Digest
Architect Paul McClean and interior designer Kathryn Rotondi worked on the $340 million dollar home located in Los Angeles. Entitled by Crest Real Estate. The 105,000 square foot properly took eight years to build which required 600 builders. The home is inspired by the environment and history of Los Angeles modernism which features a neutral […]
Read MoreAcquiring a Swimming Pool Permit in Los Angeles California
Whether you want to add value to your home or would like a place where you and your family could relax during the warm summer months, an outdoor swimming pool can make for a wonderful addition to your home. Before you set about constructing a pool on your property, you’ll need to acquire a swimming […]
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