Who Files ED1 Applications in Los Angeles?

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When Los Angeles introduced Executive Directive 1 (ED1), many developers felt hopeful. It promised a faster, simpler path for affordable housing approvals. But soon after, Jake Heller, owner and lead consultant at JDJ Consulting Group, noticed a common issue. Clients came in with stalled or rejected ED1 applications. Most didn’t know who could legally file […]

What Affordable Housing Strategies Exist in Greater Los Angeles?

What Affordable Housing Strategies Exist in Greater Los Angeles?

Greater Los Angeles faces an urgent need for affordable housing. Programs like CalHFA loans, Habitat for Humanity support, and density bonus incentives are helping residents and developers find solutions. JDJ Consulting Group breaks down the most effective affordable housing strategies shaping the region today.

The Complete Entitlement Process Los Angeles – A JDJ Consulting Group Guide

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The Complete Entitlement Process in Los Angeles – A JDJ Consulting Group Guide Planning to build or redevelop a property in Los Angeles? You’ll likely need to go through the entitlement process. This step gives you legal permission to use your land in a specific way—whether that’s for housing, mixed-use, or something else. But here’s […]

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