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How to Win a Conditional Use Permit Hearing in Los Angeles

Posted on June 15, 2026June 10, 2026 by Jason Somers

You have a vision for a new craft beer taproom in Silver Lake, but standing between your dream and opening day is one high-stakes, 15-minute […]

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Posted in Ask an Expeditor, BlogTagged Conditional Use Permit, Land Use, Los Angeles, Permitting, Zoning

What to Consider in a Commercial Building Maintenance

Posted on April 6, 2020June 17, 2020 by Jason Somers

Commercial building maintenance involves the provision of regular inspections, servicing, tests, repairs, and replacements, which are designed to make sure that a commercial building is […]

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5 Common Los Angeles Building Permits

Posted on March 30, 2020June 17, 2020 by Jason Somers

A building permit is an approval from a government agency that allows you to go forward with the construction or redevelopment of a property that […]

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The Impact of the Small Lot Subdivision Ordinance On Home Buyers

Posted on March 16, 2020June 17, 2020 by Jason Somers

The Small Lot Subdivision Ordinance is a regulation that was adopted in Los Angeles back in 2005. This ordinance is designed to regulate infill housing […]

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All-in-One Commercial Building Inspection Checklist

Posted on March 9, 2020March 24, 2023 by Jason Somers

If you’re looking for a commercial building that can be used to accommodate some of your business operations, one aspect of this process that you […]

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Understanding Land Use Planning for a More Efficient Use of Resources

Posted on March 2, 2020June 17, 2020 by Jason Somers

Land use planning is necessary for any development project to better understand the potential effects of using the land, which is meant to assist developers […]

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The Role of Building Permit Expeditors in Luxury Real Estate Construction

Posted on February 24, 2020January 9, 2026 by Jason Somers

When you’re getting ready to start construction on a new home or begin work on a large remodeling project, among the most significant hurdles that […]

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Everything You Need to Know About Building Permits in Los Angeles

Posted on February 17, 2020August 14, 2020 by Jason Somers

A building permit is an approval that can be obtained from a local government agency that gives you or the contractor you’ve hired the ability […]

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The Land Entitlement Process & What You Need to Know

Posted on February 10, 2020June 17, 2020 by Jason Somers

Land entitlement is a legal process in real estate that involves gaining approval for a development plan. While the process is often lengthy and relatively […]

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Lot Line Adjustments: Explained

Posted on February 3, 2020January 20, 2023 by Jason Somers

A lot line adjustment is an extensive process that involves altering the property lines of parcels of land that already exist. This particular process can […]

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