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Everything You Need to Know about Utility Easements

Posted on April 4, 2022April 3, 2022 by Jason Somers

If you are about to buy a home or develop a building of any kind, there may be some restrictions on how the land can […]

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The LADBS California Green Building Code (CALGreen)

Posted on March 28, 2022March 27, 2022 by Jason Somers

The Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety is the primary governmental department that’s responsible for approving permits and performing field inspections. This department has […]

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5 Reasons Why Los Angeles Construction is Booming Right Now

Posted on March 21, 2022March 20, 2022 by Jason Somers

While Los Angeles has always been a popular destination for businesses and prospective homeowners alike, the need for construction isn’t always high. In fact, Los […]

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Everything You Need to Know about Commercial Building Inspectors

Posted on March 14, 2022March 13, 2022 by Jason Somers

A commercial building is any structure that’s situated on commercial real estate. These buildings are commonly separated into categories like multi-family dwellings, office buildings, retail […]

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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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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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Demystifying the Zoning Variance: Use-Variance vs. Area-Variance

Posted on February 21, 2022February 19, 2022 by Jason Somers

When you want to construct a home or develop a commercial building, you will first be tasked with taking the zoning ordinance into account with […]

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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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