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What is a Civil Contractor/Engineer & What do They Do?

Updated on November 29, 2022 by Jason Somers

Whenever you drive your car on the highway or take a flight from a nearby airport, these structures have been built by a civil contractor/engineer. […]

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LADBS Quarterly Newsletter – July 2021

Updated on July 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

Updated on July 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

Updated on July 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

Updated on July 9, 2021 by Jason Somers

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What is a Planned Unit Development?

Updated on July 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

Updated on May 25, 2023 by Jason Somers

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

Updated on March 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

Updated on May 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

Updated on May 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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