Tag: CEQA Exemption

Understanding Al Fresco Permit Fee Subsidy Los Angeles
Permit Expediting | July 23, 2025
Understanding Al Fresco Permit Fee Subsidy Los Angeles

Planning to expand your restaurant’s outdoor dining area in Los Angeles? Good news—LA’s Al Fresco Permit Fee Subsidy could save you up to $10,000 in permit costs. Whether you’re navigating zoning, needing a Coastal Development Permit, or transitioning from a Temporary Use Authorization, this guide breaks it all down in simple terms.

Ministerial vs Discretionary Permits – Understanding the Difference
Land Use Consulting | July 23, 2025
Ministerial vs Discretionary Permits – Understanding the Difference

Navigating California’s permit process can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to understand the difference between ministerial and discretionary approvals. Whether you’re building housing, launching a mixed-use project, or planning a site change, knowing which type of permit you need can save you time, money, and legal headaches.

How SB 35 Speeds Up Development in California - A Guide by JDJ Consulting Group
Construction Approval Process | July 21, 2025
How SB 35 Speeds Up Development in California – A Guide by JDJ Consulting Group

SB 35 is changing the game for housing developers in California. Learn how it removes CEQA delays, enforces fast timelines, and streamlines approvals using objective standards. This guide breaks down everything developers need to know to qualify—and how JDJ Consulting Group can help you use SB 35 to your advantage.

10 Homes Approved Ministerially: SB 684 and SB 1123 Explained
Land Use Consulting | July 8, 2025
10 Homes Approved Ministerially: SB 684 and SB 1123 Explained

California’s SB 684 and SB 1123 now allow up to 10 homes to be approved ministerially—without CEQA review or public hearings. This guide explains how the laws work, where they apply, and how developers, planners, and property owners can unlock new housing on multifamily and vacant single-family lots.