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Author: 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.

Temporary Power Permits: Requirements and Process

Posted on October 20, 2025October 14, 2025 by Steven Somers

Temporary power permits are essential for ensuring that electrical installations are both safe and compliant with local regulations. They are not just bureaucratic hurdles but […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Permits

Understanding the Zoning Permit Application Process

Posted on September 15, 2025September 10, 2025 by Steven Somers

A zoning permit is an official approval from the local government that allows you to use a property for a specific purpose. Whether you’re looking […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Ordinance, Zoning

Modern Luxury: Crest Real Estate Leadership in Wildfire Recovery Design Movement

Posted on September 5, 2025September 5, 2025 by Steven Somers

Crest Real Estate, Los Angeles’ leading land-use advisory and permit-expediting firm, has been prominently featured in Modern Luxury for its trailblazing role in the launch […]

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Posted in PressTagged Case Study 2.0, Wildfire Recovery

Spectrum News 1: Crest Real Estate’s Case Study 2.0 Sets New Pace for Post‑Wildfire Rebuilding in L.A.

Posted on August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 by Steven Somers

Los Angeles, CA — Crest Real Estate, Los Angeles’s leading entitlement and permit‑expediting firm featured on Spectrum News 1, today highlights its innovative Case Study 2.0 […]

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Posted in PressTagged Case Study 2.0

ProBuilder.com: Crest Real Estate Launches Case Study 2.0 to Accelerate Wildfire Recovery with Pre-Approved Home Designs

Posted on August 15, 2025November 19, 2025 by Steven Somers

Los Angeles, CA — Crest Real Estate, the city’s foremost land-use consulting and permit-expediting firm, today announced the launch of Case Study 2.0—a groundbreaking rebuilding initiative […]

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Posted in PressTagged Case Study 2.0, Wildfire Recovery

DailyNews.com: Crest Real Estate Introduces Catalog Homes as Blueprint for Wildfire Recovery in Los Angeles

Posted on August 1, 2025November 19, 2025 by Steven Somers

Los Angeles, CA via DailyNews.com — Crest Real Estate, the region’s leading entitlement and permit‑expediting advisory firm, today unveiled its adoption of catalog home designs […]

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Posted in PressTagged Los Angeles, Wildfire Recovery

The Real Deal: Crest Real Estate Unveils Case Study 2.0 to Fast‑Track Fire Recovery in Southern California

Posted on July 30, 2025November 19, 2025 by Steven Somers

Los Angeles, CA via TheRealDeal.com — Crest Real Estate, the region’s leading entitlement and permit‑expediting firm, today announced the public launch of Case Study 2.0, a […]

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Posted in PressTagged Case Study 2.0, Wildfire Recovery

FastCompany.com: Crest Real Estate Launches “Case Study 2.0” to Revolutionize Wildfire Rebuilding in Los Angeles

Posted on July 24, 2025November 19, 2025 by Steven Somers

Los Angeles, CA – In response to the widespread destruction caused by January’s wildfires, Crest Real Estate—Southern California’s top entitlement and permit-expediting advisory firm—today announced […]

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Understanding M2 Zoning Regulations and Impacts

Posted on June 2, 2025May 30, 2025 by Steven Somers

M2 zoning is a category of industrial zoning. It generally permits heavier industrial uses compared to M1 zoning, which is designed for lighter industrial activities. […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Construction, Permitting, Zoning

SB 684 Permitting Changes Explained

Posted on May 12, 2025May 9, 2025 by Steven Somers

Navigating the world of permits and regulations can be daunting, often feeling like maneuvering through a labyrinth of legal jargon and bureaucratic procedures. With the […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Legal, Permitting

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