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Floor Area Ratio (FAR): The Ultimate Guide

Updated on March 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

Updated on March 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

Updated on December 23, 2025 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?

Updated on February 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]

Updated on February 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

Updated on January 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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Understanding Permits and Inspections in Los Angeles County

Updated on July 28, 2022 by Jason Somers

Whenever you want to construct a building or perform sizable renovations on a home, you will likely be required to obtain a building permit in […]

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Do I Need a Permit to Tear Down a House? Demolition Permits Explained

Updated on January 17, 2022 by Jason Somers

Many remodeling and construction projects in Los Angeles and Southern California require a permit before any work can begin. Without having a permit on hand, […]

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Different Home Foundations for your Ideal Home

Updated on January 10, 2022 by Jason Somers

When you’re getting ready to design a home of any shape or size, one of the first decisions that must be made involves choosing the […]

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5 Types of Construction Technology to Look Out for in 2022

Updated on January 13, 2022 by Jason Somers

As is the case with nearly every other industry, the construction industry strives to use the latest technologies to provide customers and clients with the […]

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