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What is a Zoning Variance and When Do You Need One?

Posted on August 31, 2020November 29, 2022 by Jason Somers

When you want to construct a home or building on a plot of land that you own, it’s possible that the type of building you […]

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A Comprehensive Guide to Baseline Hillside Ordinances in Los Angeles

Posted on August 24, 2020October 22, 2025 by Jason Somers

When constructing a new home in a residential neighborhood, there are numerous ordinances that you will need to take into account. Among the most important […]

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What is an RFI? Understanding a Construction Request for Information

Posted on August 17, 2020March 1, 2021 by Jason Somers

When completing a construction project, there are going to be numerous administrative processes that you’ll be required to perform if you want the project to […]

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What to Look For when Hiring a General Contractor

Posted on August 3, 2020July 29, 2020 by Jason Somers

When a new home needs to be built or a remodeling project must be completed, you will almost assuredly need to hire a general contractor […]

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4 Types of Easements in California Properties

Posted on July 27, 2020February 2, 2023 by Jason Somers

In most counties and municipalities, portions of the land that you own must be given to someone else to use for anything from utility work […]

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All-In-One Guide to Understand Building Ordinance or Law Coverage

Posted on July 20, 2020June 17, 2020 by Jason Somers

When you own a building of any kind, you may need to obtain a building ordinance. This type of ordinance is a kind of insurance […]

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Do I Need a Roofing Permit to Re-roof My Home?

Posted on July 13, 2020July 1, 2020 by Jason Somers

If you’re thinking about re-roofing your home, it’s important to learn more about the various permits and requirements that you’ll want to adhere to in […]

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Learn How The Inspection Process Works and How to Avoid Violations

Posted on July 6, 2020June 28, 2022 by Jason Somers

When you’re in the process of building a home or commercial building, you’ll find that it’s necessary to obtain regular inspections to make sure that […]

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Understanding Zoning Code in the City of Los Angeles

Posted on June 29, 2020July 1, 2020 by Jason Somers

Zoning is a tool that the majority of cities throughout the country use to identify the specific land use that will exist in the zone, […]

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When Do I Need a Permit for a Remodeling Project?

Posted on June 22, 2020October 27, 2022 by Jason Somers

While any new construction requires obtaining a building permit before construction can take place, there are also some other types of development projects that a […]

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