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Author: Jason Somers

What is a Zoning Variance and When Do You Need One?

Posted on August 31, 2020November 29, 2022 by Jason Somers

When you want to construct a home or building on a plot of land that you own, it’s possible that the type of building you […]

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A Comprehensive Guide to Baseline Hillside Ordinances in Los Angeles

Posted on August 24, 2020February 27, 2025 by Jason Somers

When constructing a new home in a residential neighborhood, there are numerous ordinances that you will need to take into account. Among the most important […]

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Crest Obtains Permits and Manages Entitlements for Beverly Hills home designed by William Hefner

Posted on August 23, 2020August 23, 2020 by Jason Somers

Crest manages entitlements and complex permitting process for Masterful Contemporary in Beverly Hills Designed by William Hefner.  Architect William Hefner’s designing style is defined as […]

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Crest permits modern elegance in the prime flats of Beverly Hills

Posted on August 23, 2020August 23, 2020 by Jason Somers

Crest manages permits for a modern 90210 home with an asking price of $17.995 million. The elegant home is designed for an easy living lifestyle […]

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Crest manages Permits and Development Strategy for Simon Cowell’s New Home

Posted on August 17, 2020August 17, 2020 by Jason Somers

Crest manages all permits and development strategy for creation of remarkably clean and detailed modern in Beverly Hills Flats.  Cowell’s custom built home in Beverly […]

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What is an RFI? Understanding a Construction Request for Information

Posted on August 17, 2020March 1, 2021 by Jason Somers

When completing a construction project, there are going to be numerous administrative processes that you’ll be required to perform if you want the project to […]

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Crest Entitles Yard Expansion & Renovations for a Stunning Beverly Hills Mansion

Posted on August 3, 2020August 3, 2020 by Jason Somers

Crest obtains discretionary entitlements for yard expansion in addition to first class renovations to this Beverly Hills Estate just coming to market.  This beautifully 1930’s […]

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What to Look For when Hiring a General Contractor

Posted on August 3, 2020July 29, 2020 by Jason Somers

When a new home needs to be built or a remodeling project must be completed, you will almost assuredly need to hire a general contractor […]

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Crest entitles Robert Evans Estate to the Cultural Heritage Commission

Posted on July 27, 2020July 28, 2020 by Jason Somers

Crest Real Estate presents the iconic Robert Evans Estate to the Beverly Hills Cultural Heritage Commission for local Landmark Designation. On June 18, the commission […]

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4 Types of Easements in California Properties

Posted on July 27, 2020February 2, 2023 by Jason Somers

In most counties and municipalities, portions of the land that you own must be given to someone else to use for anything from utility work […]

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