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Changing the Zoning of a Property in Los Angeles

Posted on June 5, 2022June 3, 2022 by Jason Somers

If you own a property or are thinking about buying undeveloped land, among the most important aspects of a property is its zoning. The zoning […]

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Light Agricultural (A-1) Zoning in California: Everything You Need to Know

Posted on May 30, 2022October 31, 2022 by Jason Somers

Before you can develop any type of building in California, you should brush up on local zoning laws and guidelines in the city or county […]

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When is a Building Permit Not Required in Los Angeles?

Posted on May 23, 2022December 23, 2022 by Jason Somers

If you’re set to begin development on a building of any kind, you will likely need a building permit before you go forward with the […]

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What Does “Commercial One Zoning” Mean?

Posted on May 16, 2022December 23, 2025 by Jason Somers

Commercial one zoning is a special type of zoning that allows commercial service and shopping businesses to build and manage locations in residential areas. Cities […]

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Do You Need a Permit to Tear Down a House?

Posted on May 9, 2022May 9, 2022 by Jason Somers

If you own a piece of land that you’d like to develop on, there are some basic guidelines that you will need to follow if […]

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5 Tips for Hiring a Permit Expediter

Posted on May 2, 2022April 30, 2022 by Jason Somers

Developing a building of any shape or size takes an ample amount of planning if you want each stage of development to be completed without […]

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Everything You Need to Know About Pocket Listings

Posted on April 25, 2022April 24, 2022 by Jason Somers

Buying a property or piece of land is hardly ever easy. While you’re trying to find a great home to invest in or a property […]

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What is a Construction General Permit (CGP)?

Posted on April 18, 2022April 17, 2022 by Jason Somers

When you’re set to start a construction project of any kind, there are several different types of permits that you will likely need to apply […]

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Everything You Need for a Residential Building Inspection Checklist

Posted on April 11, 2022January 20, 2023 by Jason Somers

Constructing a building of any shape or size is complicated and requires specific guidelines that the entire construction team will need to abide by. Before […]

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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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