Tag: Land use consulting

Addressing Los Angeles Single-Family Home Challenges
RE Development | September 10, 2025
Addressing Los Angeles Single-Family Home Challenges

Addressing Los Angeles Single-Family Home Challenges Los Angeles has a serious housing problem. Renters and buyers struggle to find affordable homes. Property prices keep rising. A major factor is investors and landlords buying single-family homes (SFHs). Many convert these homes into rentals or short-term Airbnbs. This reduces housing options for residents and increases costs. High home prices block many middle-income…

Los Angeles Housing Reality: Lessons from Tokyo for Zoning and Development
RE Development | September 10, 2025
Los Angeles Housing Reality: Lessons from Tokyo for Zoning and Development

Los Angeles Housing Reality: Lessons from Tokyo for Zoning and Development Los Angeles faces a tough housing market. Rents keep climbing while options remain limited. Many observers compare Los Angeles with Tokyo, where rents are lower and housing is more available. At JDJ Consulting Group, we guide developers through zoning, entitlements, and feasibility planning. The contrast between Tokyo and Los…

Land Use Rules in Los Angeles: A 2025 Guide for Developers
Land Use Consulting | September 10, 2025
Land Use Rules in Los Angeles: A 2025 Guide for Developers

Land use rules in Los Angeles are changing fast in 2025. From zoning codes to housing element updates, developers must stay ahead of shifting city planning policies. With the right strategy, projects can move through approvals faster and avoid costly delays.

AB 671 Explained: How California’s New Bill Could Fast-Track Restaurant Permits
Permit Expediting | September 10, 2025
AB 671 Explained: How California’s New Bill Could Fast-Track Restaurant Permits

California’s AB 671 could change how restaurants get permits. The bill would shorten review timelines, let licensed professionals certify plans, and push local agencies to act faster. For owners and developers, this may cut costs and speed tenant improvements, but it also brings new compliance risks.

Land-Use and Pre-Construction Terms Every Developer Should Know
Land Use Consulting | August 20, 2025
Land-Use and Pre-Construction Terms Every Developer Should Know

Understanding land-use and pre-construction terms is key for every developer. From zoning and feasibility studies to building contracts and permits, these terms shape how projects start and succeed. At JDJ Consulting Group, we guide clients through planning, timelines, and approvals so they avoid delays, control costs, and build with confidence.

10 Common Permit Delays in Los Angeles and How to Avoid Them
Permit Expediting | August 18, 2025
10 Common Permit Delays in Los Angeles and How to Avoid Them

Permit delays are common in Los Angeles, often caused by missing documents, zoning issues, or agency backlogs. This guide explains the 10 most frequent reasons for delays and offers clear steps to help you avoid them.

Complete Guide on Coastal Development Permit: Los Angeles City Planning
Permit Expediting | August 4, 2025
Complete Guide on Coastal Development Permit: Los Angeles City Planning

A Coastal Development Permit (CDP) is essential for building near California’s shoreline. It ensures your project follows environmental and zoning rules. This guide breaks down who needs a CDP, how to apply, and how JDJ Consulting Group helps you navigate the process smoothly.

Best Zoning Consultant Near Me in Los Angeles, California: JDJ Consulting Group
Land Use Consulting | August 1, 2025
Best Zoning Consultant Near Me in Los Angeles, California: JDJ Consulting Group

Best Zoning Consultant Near Me in Los Angeles, California: JDJ Consulting Group In Los Angeles, zoning laws can get complicated—fast. Whether you’re a developer, investor, architect, or homeowner trying to build or remodel, zoning is usually the first roadblock. From height limits to historic overlays, it often feels like there’s a regulation for everything. That’s where JDJ Consulting Group comes…

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.

Understanding the Los Angeles Planning Fee Schedule for 2025
Land Use Consulting | July 22, 2025
Understanding the Los Angeles Planning Fee Schedule for 2025

Planning a development project in Los Angeles in 2025? This guide breaks down the updated City Planning fee schedule, including CPI-based increases, Affordable Housing Linkage Fees (AHLF), appeal costs, and new subsidy programs. Learn how much your application might cost, when fees increase, and how to estimate and potentially reduce planning expenses this year.