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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When property owners hear the word accessibility, they often picture wheelchair ramps or accessible parking spaces. While those are certainly important, accessibility requirements extend much further. They influence entrances, restrooms, parking, paths of travel, service counters, door hardware, signage, drinking fountains, elevators, and many other aspects of a building. For owners planning a renovation, tenant …
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Property owners often begin a project by asking a simple question: “Can I fit the building I want on this site?” Unfortunately, the answer is often not determined by the building itself. It is determined by parking. Many projects that appear feasible at first glance become impossible—or significantly less profitable—once parking requirements are applied. In …
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Many property owners assume that renovating an existing building should be simpler than constructing a new one. After all, the building is already there. The foundation exists. The walls are standing. Utilities are connected. It seems logical that modifying an existing structure would require less work than starting from scratch. In practice, existing buildings are …
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