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Tag: Land Use

Zoning Variance vs. Conditional Use Permit: A Clear Comparison

Posted on July 13, 2026July 14, 2026 by Jason Somers

If you are planning a project in Los Angeles, the difference between a zoning variance and a conditional use permit can determine your strategy, timeline, […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Conditional Use Permit, Land Use, Los Angeles, Zoning, Zoning Variance

Entitlement Consultant vs. Permit Expediter: Which Does Your Project Need?

Posted on July 6, 2026June 30, 2026 by Jason Somers

In the world of commercial real estate and property development, the old adage “time is money” is an undeniable reality. Every month your project sits […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Building Permits, entitlement consultant, Land Use, permit expediter, Property Development

Zoning Variance Meaning: When to Pursue One vs. Other Zoning Relief

Posted on June 22, 2026June 16, 2026 by Jason Somers

Imagine finding the perfect piece of real estate, only to discover that local municipal laws prohibit your plans for it. Whether you are a homeowner […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Building Permits, Land Use, Real Estate, Zoning Laws, Zoning Variance

How to Win a Conditional Use Permit Hearing in Los Angeles

Posted on June 15, 2026July 14, 2026 by Jason Somers

You have a vision for a new craft beer taproom in Silver Lake, but standing between your dream and opening day is one high-stakes, 15-minute […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Conditional Use Permit, Land Use, Los Angeles, Permitting, Zoning

Entitlements vs. Permits: Why Confusing the Two Will Cost You Months

Posted on May 11, 2026May 4, 2026 by Jason Somers

Picture this: You have just closed on a prime piece of commercial real estate. Your funding is secured, your architect is drafting the final blueprints, […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Entitlements, Land Use, Permits, real estate development, Zoning

Navigating Subdivision Regulations: A Key to Permit Expediting in Real Estate

Posted on September 30, 2024September 29, 2024 by Jason Somers

If you own a parcel of land or want to start working on a development project, you should understand subdivision regulations and how they can […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Land Use

A Guide to Land Use Planning and Residential Land Use

Posted on July 22, 2024July 21, 2024 by Jason Somers

To build a balanced, orderly, and sustainable community, it’s important to engage in land use planning. This type of planning allows cities and towns to […]

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Posted in BlogTagged Land Use

Land Use Restriction Agreements: A Guide to Protecting Your Property

Posted on March 13, 2023March 2, 2023 by Jason Somers

If you’re set to rehabilitate or construct a multifamily property that will exist as low-income housing, you’ll need to adhere to some guidelines that are […]

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How To Defend Against Land Use Objectors

Posted on July 25, 2022July 12, 2022 by Jason Somers

If you plan to develop a piece of land, there’s a possibility that one or more objections will be made about your project and what […]

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Hiring a Land Use Attorney

Posted on February 28, 2022March 3, 2022 by Jason Somers

Starting a development project takes a considerable amount of work and planning. When you first begin to design this project, there may be land use […]

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