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When individuals and businesses purchase property in California, they might automatically think they have the right to use it as they see fit. That includes building, expanding and making substantive changes. However, that is not as easy as it sounds. Zoning laws...
California municipalities enact zoning laws to maintain property values and to designate specific land areas for parks, commercial, industrial and residential uses. Requests for a zoning exception require the property owner, or potential owner, to submit an...
It is certainly no secret that residents of California value the beautiful landscape. That love was the motive behind the California Coastal Act. Understanding the history and purpose of this groundbreaking act is essential for anyone who owns land in this beautiful...
Although housing discrimination still occurs in California and throughout the rest of the country, the federal government harshly punishes proven offenders. Here is a summary of the federal Fair Housing Act. Protected classes The Fair Housing Act, enacted in 1968,...
Real estate investment in California is by no means easy. If you’re not careful, you could end up with a financial boondoggle that costs you much more than you invested. As with every kind of investment, the key to succeeding is knowledge and the proper amount of...
Building a fence on a property line can cause unique problems with your neighbor. Fortunately, you can avoid potential disputes or take cautionary steps to be sure you remain compliant by understanding and following the basic fencing laws in California. Fence height...
An encroachment occurs in California when a neighbor builds a structure, partly or entirely, on your land. A shed is easy to remove, but a pool or a garage poses a bigger problem. Preliminary step Before you voice your objections, order a land survey that maps out the...
Concerns about rising interest rates and the health of the economy have prompted real estate investors in California and around the country to reconsider their positions and pull their money out of commercial property funds. After announcing that withdrawals from its...
Encroachment in Irvine, California, occurs when an individual or entity builds on or over another person's property without permission. An encroachment may be minor, such as a neighbor building a fence over the property line. In other cases, encroachment may be more...
There are circumstances where a person can occupy your property in California without permission or overstay their welcome. Typically, it would be reasonable to throw them out, but before you do so, it is essential to understand their rights and how the law expects...