Step-by-Step Guide to Community Outreach for Development Projects
Step-by-Step Guide to Community Outreach for Development Projects When planning a development project, it’s easy to focus on design, financing, or permits. But one step that often gets overlooked can make or break your timeline: community outreach. Good outreach isn’t just a formality. It helps neighbors understand your project and builds trust with local agencies. […]
Los Angeles Launches Effort to Encourage Starter Homes on City-Owned Vacant Lots
Los Angeles has introduced a new initiative to encourage starter homes on city-owned vacant lots, aiming to expand affordable housing options for first-time buyers. This effort could reshape the local real estate market, create new opportunities for developers, and provide stability for families who want to own a home in the city.
LA Real Estate Cost Explained: Why You’re Paying for Land, Not the Building
In Los Angeles, $500,000 often buys land rather than the home itself. This article explores how location and land value drive LA real estate prices, the impact of teardown properties, and what these trends mean for investors and developers in 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.
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.
California Housing Market Report 2025: Prices and Trends
California’s housing market in 2025 is shifting fast. From stricter CEQA rules to rising construction costs, developers face new hurdles—and fresh opportunities. This forecast breaks down pricing trends, permitting challenges, and where to build next, so you can plan smarter and move faster.
Top Reasons Why People Hire Construction Consultant
In this guide, we explore why hiring a construction consultant can reduce risk, improve outcomes, and keep your project moving forward—especially in cities like Los Angeles. Learn how experts like JDJ Consulting Group help developers navigate regulations, streamline pre-construction decisions, and unlock a project’s full potential.
How Much Do Construction Consultants Charge in California: Your Complete Pricing Guide
How much do construction consultants charge in California? This complete 2025 pricing guide breaks down hourly rates, project-based fees, and retainers—plus key cost factors like project size, region, and complexity. Whether you’re building in Los Angeles or the Bay Area, know what to expect before hiring a consultant.
10 Must‑Ask Questions Before Hiring Construction Consultants
Hiring the right construction consultants can save you from budget blowouts, permit delays, and mid-project migraines. In this guide, we break down the 12 smartest questions to ask before bringing a consultant on board—plus, how JDJ Consulting Group answers each one. If you’re planning a development in LA or beyond, this checklist is your best first step.
Benefits of Hiring Construction Consultant for Your Construction Project
Thinking about hiring a construction consultant for your next project? Discover how the right expert can help you cut costs, avoid delays, and navigate complex permits. From CEQA to budgeting, here’s why consultants are the secret weapon behind successful real estate developments in Los Angeles.
