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Author: Jason Somers

Floor Area Ratio (FAR): The Ultimate Guide

Posted on March 7, 2022March 6, 2022 by Jason Somers

The floor area ratio (FAR) refers to the total floor area of a building in comparison to the size of the land on which the […]

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The Second Studio Podcast Features Crest Real Estate President

Posted on March 3, 2022June 28, 2022 by Jason Somers

Jason Somers, President & Founder of Crest Real Estate was featured on The Second Studio Podcast: #265 – GET A BUILDING PERMIT FASTER WITH AN […]

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Crest Permits Mega Bel Air Estate with Luxury Car Elevator

Posted on February 28, 2022June 28, 2022 by Jason Somers

See the full article at ETOnline.com

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Hiring a Land Use Attorney

Posted on February 28, 2022March 3, 2022 by Jason Somers

Starting a development project takes a considerable amount of work and planning. When you first begin to design this project, there may be land use […]

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Construction RFP vs RFI vs RFQ: What’s the Difference?

Posted on February 14, 2022February 17, 2022 by Jason Somers

The construction industry involves many different types of projects that include residential, commercial, municipal, and government projects. Due to the complexities surrounding the construction of […]

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11 Top Rated Construction Companies in Los Angeles [Updated for 2022]

Posted on February 7, 2022February 7, 2022 by Jason Somers

Whether you’re looking at a new construction, a remodel, or a new addition to an existing property, among the most important tasks you’ll have is […]

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Los Angeles Building Permits Guide

Posted on January 31, 2022January 25, 2022 by Jason Somers

If you want to build any kind of structure in or around Los Angeles, you will likely need to obtain a building permit. If you’ve […]

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Understanding Permits and Inspections in Los Angeles County

Posted on January 24, 2022July 28, 2022 by Jason Somers

Whenever you want to construct a building or perform sizable renovations on a home, you will likely be required to obtain a building permit in […]

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Do I Need a Permit to Tear Down a House? Demolition Permits Explained

Posted on January 17, 2022January 17, 2022 by Jason Somers

Many remodeling and construction projects in Los Angeles and Southern California require a permit before any work can begin. Without having a permit on hand, […]

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Different Home Foundations for your Ideal Home

Posted on January 10, 2022January 10, 2022 by Jason Somers

When you’re getting ready to design a home of any shape or size, one of the first decisions that must be made involves choosing the […]

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