Location: California
Submitted 09/19/12 02:28 PM

Q. If a primary property type of a building is "office", can this be converted into a church?

 

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Submitted 09/19/12 02:29 PM

Answer #1
Submitted 09/21/12 01:15 PM
Steven Cook (MLO #293441) Pierce, Kitsap, Thurston, King Counties, Steven T Cook (Cascade Pacific Home Loans - Federal Way, WA): Mortgage in Tacoma, WA Steven Cook (MLO #293441) Pierce, Kitsap, Thurston, King Counties, Steven T Cook (Cascade Pacific Home Loans - Federal Way, WA)
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Tacoma, WA

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Though I am in Washington, most churches are set up as "conditional use" function for the property.  You would have to look into what the requirements are for getting the zoning set to allow church on that property.

Answer #2
Submitted 09/27/12 09:25 PM
Larry G. Williams, Stockton/Tracy/Lathrop/Manteca (Home Buyers Realty): Agent in Stockton, CA Larry G. Williams, Stockton/Tracy/Lathrop/Manteca (Home Buyers Realty)
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Stockton, CA

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I see no reason why not. You would have to check zoning and what is allowed. You may need to get a variance for use. Every city is different!

Answer #3
Submitted 09/27/12 10:07 PM
Michael Diaz (Acceptance Capital Mortgage Corporation): Mortgage in Henderson, NV Michael Diaz (Acceptance Capital Mortgage Corporation)
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Henderson, NV

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I dont think you should have aq problem with this.  I rcently closed a conversion loan recently with a similiar issue.  If you would like me to do an analysis just shoot me an email.  I do these at no cost or commitment just hate people to get the run around and just get you the honest truth so you can make the best decision for you.  mdiaz@allwestern.com  www.realestateloandoctor.com

Answer #4
Submitted 01/01/13 11:39 AM
Dorene Slavitz (Residential & Commercial Real Estate): Agent in Culver City, CA Dorene Slavitz (Residential & Commercial Real Estate)
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Culver City, CA

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It's all tied to "Zoning" as far as Commercial Uses are concerned. It's  possible (but doubtful) that your office building is zoned the same use as Religious Facility. It is also difficult to get a city zoning chage or CUP for office to church.

There are many reasons for this and I will try to explain briefly.

  1. Fire Codes
  2. parking regulations
  3. Non Profit status of Religious Organizations.

The best source for correct information on Commercial Projects will come from a Commercial brokerage

 

Answer #5
Submitted 01/03/13 11:04 AM
Cara Lam, Cara Lam, Vantage Point Bank (Vantage Point Bank, NMLS#1009328): Mortgage in Tampa, FL Cara Lam, Cara Lam, Vantage Point Bank (Vantage Point Bank, NMLS#1009328)
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Tampa, FL

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How can I help you with your Church Financing? Look forward to helping you.

Answer #6
Submitted 01/05/13 07:12 AM
Chris and Dick Dovorany ., Broker/Associate ( Homes for Sale in Naples, FL): Agent in Naples, FL Chris and Dick Dovorany ., Broker/Associate ( Homes for Sale in Naples, FL)
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Naples, FL

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Not without an attorney.  Churches are non-profit.
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