Jason Somers, President of Crest Real Estate

Jason Somers’s Permitting & Expediting Experience

With over 15 years of professional experience in the Los Angeles luxury real estate market, Jason Somers has the background, judgement and track record to provide an unparalleled level of real estate services. His widespread knowledge helps clients identify and acquire income producing properties and value-ad development opportunities.

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Downtown Los Angeles, CA

Understanding LCR1 Zoning Regulations and Implications

Understanding zoning regulations can be a daunting task, especially in a bustling city like Los Angeles. With a myriad of zoning codes and classifications, it’s […]

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Pacific Palisades

Clarification on the 110% Rebuilding Threshold and Expedited Plan Check

As the Palisades community begins the critical process of rebuilding after the recent fires, it is vital that everyone involved—architects, agents, builders, and homeowners—has accurate […]

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Understanding FEMA Flood Zone Maps: A Comprehensive Guide

Flooding is one of the most significant natural disasters that can affect communities, destroying properties and infrastructure. To mitigate the risks associated with flooding, FEMA […]

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Building Wildfire-Resistant Homes: A Practical Guide to Safety and Cost-Effective Solutions

Currently, more than 33% of all homes in the country are located in the wildland-urban interface, which describes areas where undeveloped wildland meets human development. […]

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Rebuilding Your Home After a Fire in Los Angeles

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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Understanding Stormwater Permits in California

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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Urban Construction and the Reuse of Open Land for New Development

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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What Is Title Insurance and Why Do You Need It?

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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Understanding Building Regulations for Window Height from the Floor

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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Jason Somers Featured in the Press

Pacific Palisades

Crest Hosts Informational Webinar on LA’s New Fire Rebuild Guidelines

This week, Crest Real Estate hosted a live Zoom webinar to inform homeowners, community members, and real estate professionals about the recently released Implementation Memo […]

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Crest Permits Bespoke Bel Air Estate

At Crest Real Estate, we stand out with our unique approach to navigating the complexities of property development. Our work on the prestigious 10690 Somma […]

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Innovative Project Combining Self-Storage and Multi-Family Housing

In a groundbreaking initiative, Crest Real Estate has successfully combined self-storage with multifamily housing, approving Trojan Storage’s pioneering mixed-use project at 13260 W. Maclay Street […]

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Crest Permits New Rolls Royce Showroom in Beverly Hills

The new Rolls Royce showroom in Beverly Hills stands as a testament to luxury and meticulous planning, thanks in large part to the expertise of […]

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Crest Manages Small Lot Subdivision Project

2772 Rowena Avenue In the bustling neighborhood of Silver Lake, Los Angeles, a vacant lot at 2772 Rowena Avenue underwent a remarkable transformation. The slated […]

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Los Angeles Business Journal: Crest Shaping Luxury Real Estate Development and Advocacy

We’re honored to have been featured in The LA Business Journal recently. The article spotlighted our innovative approach to luxury real estate development and our […]

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Crest Permits Iconic Woods + Dangaran Home Built by Tyler Development

In the heart of the Hollywood Hills, a stunning masterpiece of modern architecture and design has emerged. The Woods + Dangaran home, brought to life […]

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Crest Submits Density Bonus Apartment and Retail Project

In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate development in Los Angeles, the role of permit expediting firms has become increasingly vital. One such firm that […]

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Vogue Living Features Recent Crest Managed Project

Crest Real Estate has defied convention with a Holmby Hills residence that champions simplicity, minimalism, and tranquility in a city renowned for its extravagance and […]

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Jason Somers Featured Projects

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: Contemporary Shopping Center Development

Sportsmen's Lodge Shopping Center Development

A Bronze House on Nightingale

A Bronze House on Nightingale

The Beverly Hills Estates

The Beverly Hills Estates

Trousdale Estates

Trousdale Estates

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: Santa Monica Compound

Santa Monica Compound

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: Major Investment Firm Headquarters

Major Investment Firm Headquarters

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: Small Lot Subdivision

Small Lot Subdivision

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: Delicious Comfort Food Restaurant

Delicious Comfort Food Restaurant

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: Engineering and Code Interpretations at Their Finest

Engineering and Code Interpretations at Their Finest

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: Bird Streets Front Row View

Bird Streets Front Row View

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: Melrose Place Mixed Use

Melrose Place Mixed Use

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: Beverly Hills Trailblazer

Beverly Hills Trailblazer

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: Sunset Strip Project

Sunset Strip Project

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: Historical Restoration

Historical Restoration

Crest Real Estate Expedites and Permits: California Living

California Living