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The 33 CEQA Categorical Exemptions Most Used in LA Real Estate Projects

Updated on August 18, 2026 by Jason Somers

CEQA categorical exemptions are shortcuts through environmental review for qualifying California projects that fall within defined classes and do not trigger an exception. In Los […]

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Posted in BlogTagged CEQA Exemption, Environmental Review, Land Use Planning

How to Qualify for a CEQA Exemption in California Real Estate Projects

Updated on May 1, 2026 by Jason Somers

Real estate projects in this state are frequently synonymous with mountains of paperwork. Imagine buying an old laundromat to transform it into a neighborhood cafe. […]

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Posted in BlogTagged California Real Estate, CEQA Exemption, Environmental Review, Land Use Planning, Notice of Exemption

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