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LADBS Quarterly Newsletter – July 2021

Posted on July 13, 2021July 28, 2022 by Jason Somers

LADBS released their quarterly Los Angeles Building & Safety Newsletter for July 2021. The newsletter discusses updates on: Construction Activity : Affordable/Supportive Housing Projects Service […]

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A 10 Step Guide to Building Your Own Home

Posted on July 12, 2021July 16, 2021 by Jason Somers

Building a home is a lengthy endeavor that requires you to know exactly what you’re doing and what the process requires of you. Because of […]

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The Ultimate Guide to Obtaining a Construction Loan

Posted on July 5, 2021July 13, 2021 by Jason Somers

Building your own home is a great way to make sure that every facet of the structure is designed to your specifications. If you know […]

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Demolition Permits and What You Need for the Demolition Process

Posted on June 28, 2021July 9, 2021 by Jason Somers

contractors for construction company

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What is a Planned Unit Development?

Posted on June 21, 2021July 2, 2021 by Jason Somers

A common type of development that can be built in residential zones is a planned unit development. A planned unit development consists of an entire […]

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Permitting & Remodeling Your Home Kitchen

Posted on June 14, 2021May 25, 2023 by Jason Somers

types of home remodeling

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Building a Deck without a Permit: What You Need to Know

Posted on May 31, 2021March 24, 2023 by Jason Somers

Among the most popular renovations that homeowners make is to add a deck to the back of their home, which is a great way to […]

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Obtaining a Special Use Permit

Posted on May 24, 2021May 28, 2021 by Jason Somers

If you want to use a parcel of land in a manner that isn’t necessarily allowed by the local zoning code, you may need to […]

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Obtaining a Contractor License in California

Posted on May 17, 2021May 20, 2021 by Jason Somers

If you’re interested in constructing homes and completing renovations, you may want to look into earning a contractor license in California. A licensed contractor is […]

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Landscape Architects and Why You Need One for Your Home in Los Angeles

Posted on May 10, 2021May 14, 2021 by Jason Somers

Whether you would like to have an outdoor patio built in your backyard or want to enhance the entire landscape around your home, it’s important […]

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