Accessory dwelling units are small homes added to a property that already has, or will have, a main home or multifamily building. California’s current ADU […]
Read ArticleAuthor: Steven Somers
With a long track record of success across a variety of real estate endeavors, Steven Somers has developed a reputation as a trusted land use and development advisor with the ability to add value and reduce risk for clients throughout the Los Angeles area. His expertise in zoning regulations and the entitlement process combined with his understanding of the financial necessities of real estate development allow Steven to provide counsel to business-minded clients looking to begin or grow their real estate portfolio.
Crest-Supported Ocean Woods Terrace Recognized at the 2026 Gold Nugget Awards
Pacific Palisades condominium rebuild — the first proposed multifamily condominium redevelopment in the community following the Palisades Fire — earns Golden Nugget Award. LOS ANGELES, […]
Read ArticleHiring an entitlement consultant in Los Angeles 7 questions to ask first
If your project needs zoning review, a conditional use approval, a variance, a coastal review, a subdivision, or another discretionary approval, the consultant you choose […]
Read ArticleA Decade in the Making: City Council Upholds Approval of Crest-Entitled Mixed-Use Project at 1410 Main Street in Venice
Los Angeles, CA — July 2026 — The Los Angeles City Council has voted to uphold the approval of a five-story mixed-use development at 1410-1422 […]
Read ArticleCrest Real Estate Secures Final City Approval for Medical Clinic and Surgery Center Conversion at 640 S. San Vicente Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA — July 2026 — Crest Real Estate is pleased to announce final approval of the entitlement package for 640 South San Vicente […]
Read ArticlePhase 1 Environmental Site Assessment: What LA Buyers Should Expect
Navigating the commercial real estate market in Southern California is both an exciting opportunity and a complex undertaking. Whether you are purchasing a sprawling industrial […]
Read ArticleAB/SB ADU Updates: How California’s 2025 Laws Change What You Can Build
If you own property in the Golden State, you have likely noticed the backyard building boom. To combat an ongoing housing shortage, state legislators have […]
Read ArticleCrest Real Estate Supports Opening of “The Night We Met” in Mid-Wilshire, Expanding Hospitality Project Portfolio
Crest Real Estate proudly announces its role in the successful opening of The Night We Met, a new Pan-Asian dining destination located at 788 S. […]
Read ArticleWhy Your LADBS Permit Status Stopped Moving: Common Causes of Permit Delays in Los Angeles
You’ve refreshed the online portal every morning, yet your project hasn’t budged an inch. Understanding why your LADBS permit status stopped moving causes immense anxiety […]
Read ArticleUsing LADBS Permit Search to Verify a Contractor’s Track Record in Los Angeles
You wouldn’t hire a babysitter without a thorough reference check, so why hand over $50,000 for a kitchen remodel based solely on a handshake? According […]
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