Finding a property with the right zoning does not always mean your proposed use can simply move forward. Many cities divide land uses into several categories. Some uses are permitted by right, some are prohibited, and others may be allowed only after additional review. That third category is where the Conditional Use Permit, commonly called …
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Real estate development usually begins with a vision. An owner sees an underused property, vacant site, or existing building and imagines what it could become. The early questions tend to focus on acquisition, design, approvals, financing, and construction. But there is another question that should be considered from the beginning: How do you eventually get …
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When most people think about increasing the value of real estate, they think about construction. They picture renovating a building, adding square footage, or improving curb appeal. While physical improvements certainly add value, one of the most powerful ways to increase a property’s worth often occurs long before construction begins. It happens through entitlements. What …
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