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Understanding the Cost of a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment

Posted on January 20, 2025January 20, 2025 by Jason Somers

Whether you’re developing a new building or buying an existing one, you may be tasked with performing a Phase 1 environmental site assessment (ESA). The […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Construction

Rebuilding Your Home After a Fire in Los Angeles

Posted on January 17, 2025January 30, 2025 by Jason Somers

Rebuilding a home after a fire in Los Angeles can be one of the most overwhelming challenges a homeowner may face. While the emotional toll […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Construction, Jason Somers

Understanding Infill Development: Revitalizing Urban Spaces

Posted on January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 by Jason Somers

Infill development, it’s a process that involves constructing buildings or other types of facilities on land that is unused or underutilized. The land must be […]

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California’s Density Bonus Law: Incentives for Affordable Housing Development

Posted on January 6, 2025January 6, 2025 by Jason Somers

In 1979, California passed the Density Bonus Law (Gov. Code §§ 65915-65918) to encourage affordable housing development by offering incentives to developers. This law allows […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Law

Understanding Stormwater Permits in California

Posted on December 30, 2024December 30, 2024 by Jason Somers

Stormwater is the runoff that’s produced from rain or snow events. When this precipitation moves over impervious surfaces or land, it will pick up pollutants […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Construction, Jason Somers, Permits

Urban Construction and the Reuse of Open Land for New Development

Posted on December 23, 2024December 30, 2024 by Jason Somers

Constructing homes, apartments, office buildings, and city infrastructure in an urban location comes with specific challenges that must be overcome, the primary of which is […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Construction, Jason Somers

What Is Title Insurance and Why Do You Need It?

Posted on December 16, 2024December 30, 2024 by Jason Somers

If you’re in the market to buy a home, your lender will likely require you to purchase insurance before the sale concludes. The title you […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Home Buyers, Jason Somers

Understanding Building Regulations for Window Height from the Floor

Posted on December 9, 2024December 30, 2024 by Jason Somers

Building regulations play a critical role in ensuring the safety, functionality, and comfort of buildings. Among these regulations, window height requirements are often overlooked but […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Building Codes, Jason Somers

Sustainable Building Practices: Key Methods and Benefits for a Greener Future

Posted on December 2, 2024December 30, 2024 by Jason Somers

Sustainable building is a process that uses recyclable and renewable materials to complete construction projects. These building practices help reduce toxic waste and energy consumption […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Building Plans, Jason Somers

Environmental Impact Assessments in the US: A Comprehensive Overview

Posted on November 25, 2024December 30, 2024 by Jason Somers

When you begin a construction project, you may be tasked with completing an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). The purpose of this assessment is to determine […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Jason Somers, Permit

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