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Have you heard there may be a top-down aithorization for some areas of Lincoln Park which may force the properties in certain zones to be labeled "landmarked" with the intent of preserving the original quality construction properties throughout the neighborhood and attempting to decrease the amount of demolition going on to … (0 comments)
Western NC is one of the beat places to live and work, We moved hear in 1989 and never looked back.
Yes there was a time way back when, when a homeowner could make changes to a structure and did not have to answer to the town. Those days are long gone and today most towns have a zoning/code enforcement office.
As REALTORS® representing buyers, we are responsible for verifying the zoning classification of each and every property (within ten days) according to the NAR standard contract.
Live, work, and play has become a mantra of progressive thinking communities throughout the nation. Evidence is mounting that consumers not only want to live near their work because of the convenience, but also because of the rising costs of energy.
Has anyone come across this rluipa? It's unbelievable. There's a guy who just decided to turn his house into a church across from my mom. She's in a residential subdivision and there's suddenly a big sign on the neighbor's lawn advertising church service times. She called the mayor and asked why … (1 comments)
Horse farms and country properties are always a joy to sell because they are a horse of a different color. I enjoy selling these properties because there is usually always a different type of person looking at them. For the horse properties, I have people that have hobby/recreational horses, Standardbred, Thoroughbred, … (5 comments)
So you (or, for you Realtors out there, your clients) want to buy a waterfront home -- one that was built prior to the latest hurricane codes. It needs updating and an addition to the building would be nice too ...
Let's make it clear from the outset of this article: I love selling land. It is a short contract that can lead to a quick sale, once a good offer is made. However, it is also a short contract that can be addended ad infinitum and turned into a nightmare. The … (3 comments)
Medical/Assisted Living/MultifamilyLocation: Indianapolis, IN3 acres of contiguous land at the NW corner of 79th & Township Line Rd. in Indianapolis. Well suited for a variety of uses: multi-family, assisted living, medial office, outpatient surgery, etc. All utilities on site except sewer which is on its way in '08. Seller does have … (0 comments)
While doing research in one of my submarkets, I found out that a developer is seeking a zoning variance in order to put low income housing in an area where the average real estate price is $2,279,097 per acre. Condos and Single family homes in this area sell from a range … (1 comments)
Recently I read about the potential zoning changes in the South Lake Union neighborhood which would allow buildings up to 40 stories in this neighborhood. If these changes will be accepted, it will drastically change the character and feel of our city. As a houseboat resident, I would like to see a more modest aproach and want to learn … (1 comments)
Zoning Issues
Interesting enough, in BOULDER, COLORADO there is a fierce debate and public outcry going on within the City Council to regulate or not, the house sizes. The Boulder Planning Board unanimously prompted the City Council to put it on hold. The planning board agreed that using a proposed "floor-area ratio" calculation … (0 comments)
Read an article recently (3/21/08) in the Pocono Record and it seems that Carbon County has become a growth hotbed! In the recent past it has been Pike and Monroe Counties with the spurting growth around here. Pike County is still leading the State in growth in percentage terms but Monroe … (0 comments)
I have spent a large chunk of my life helping folks get through the sometimes tricky business of determining how they can use their property as it related to zoning and subdivision regulations. Unfortunately, that process is likely to become even more tedious and frustrating (which is one of the reasons … (0 comments)
In a down market like this location becomes an important issue. More than 6 millon will purchase homes this year and many because they must, due to relocation and other reasons. Buyers are getting savvier, and in this market they have been spooked and are thinking "resale" as they purchase their property; they want to … (2 comments)
If you live within one of the fifteen Historic or Conservation Districts in Marion County and plan on Renovating your home or property, there are a number of resources and requirements that you need to be aware of. This information may be of particular interest to homeowners in the Chatham Arch, … (3 comments)
Rhode Island Zoning, Planning And Land Use Law FAQS - Building Permits, Additions, In Law, Variance By RI Lawyer: David Slepkow (401-437-1100)
When is a bedroom 
Recently someone inquired about requirements for a residential home building
permit in Levittown, PA. Since Levittown, PA overlaps into 3 different townships,
where you file your applications for permits will depend on which township you
live in. So, I decided to post links to the forms for the 3 townships of … (0 comments)
Yes!!! Spring Vallye Heights IS GOING FORWARD!!! 
Grove City is hosting a community meeting regarding the revitalization of the Town Center. Grove City's town center revitalization project began in the 1980's. As new growth continues it is wise for the community to continue to revisit the concepts and ensure that the future growth and renovation is sustained.
Zoning
Is it a den? A library? Or a bedroom? This is a topic of discussion among Realtors, buyers and homeowners. Having that extra room qualify as a bedroom not only helps market the home, it improves appraisal value. On the other hand, it could increase your tax assessment, so be careful … (21 comments)
Crozet is one of my favorite areas around Charlottesville. In fact I own property there so I am very interested in the development and progress being made.
I am sure that my parent's were giving me certain phrases as advice over and over again, but one tidbit from my mother keeps recurring to me now. It is not that the others were not memorable, but I have a tendency to remember actions more than words, but in … (4 comments)
My town of Grand Haven is a very tourist community. With that comes a lot of rental cottages around town. A lot of the people are able to get what we call a "Winter Renter" for the months of Sept-May and then rent weekly in the summer tourism months. It is … (2 comments)
The Austin City Council today approved the first phase of a plan to create a second "downtown" urban center in the region of north Austin near Braker and Mopac -- essentially the area surrounding the domain. As we have reported in the past, between now and 2015, one developer alone plans … (0 comments)
I lived in Charlotte, NC years ago and I sold real estate there as well. I remember vividly taking buyers out to show them property and one of their main concerns were, "We want to be in the county and not the city." I told them each and every time that … (2 comments)
The Real Estate Investment Network, has identified Edmonton as Alberta's Number 1 City to be investing.To complete due diligence in this great city, visit http://maps.edmonton.ca/It is an interactive city map that provides you extensive information for each neighbourhood in the city.You can access demographics, neighbourhood info and info on the building permit process. … (0 comments)
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There are five airports that now service Westchester County. LaGuardia, JFK and Newark International are large hubs with JFK and Newark handling international flights. LaGuardia is for more local flights. Now we also have the Westchester County Airpot and Stewart Airport. This past year Jet Blue began flying from Westchester and … (0 comments)
Tattoo Shops in Key West?
Rules, strict narrow zoning, fines, moratoriums...code enforcement times fifty. Face it..there are lots of people in urban areas. Translation = many do's and don'ts. In Northern Maine, in your Houlton, Presque Isle, Caribou and The Valley population centers..you have zoning. But not the kind that restricts the color you can … (9 comments)
Structural and zoning considerations for your metal building are the first order of business. The dimensions of your building and the finished exterior appearance are considerations for zoning approval. There may be limitations on the size of your building because of where you are located to include the width, height, and … (0 comments)
The following was written by a friend in need. I'm hoping that someone has some legal suggestions of what might be done. The only thing that I could think of is to ask for a police escort whenever he comes and goes from his own house. I'm unclear how the neighbor was so much more … (7 comments)
Zoning classifications are the most important tool that a local government has to control the way land is used in a community. Areas designated as residential may have further controls on housing density for single family homes, townhouses or multiple-family houses. There are usually areas set aside for industrial, commercial and … (0 comments)
A man in Tennessee shot himself after having his up-zoning case denied. I've been down at the Austin city hall a few times listening to zoning cases, and they can get pretty intense, but nothing near that level. Bo Ward of Bo's Barber Shop needed the official commercial zoning so that … (5 comments)
On a day where all special land use permits were granted, the Law Firm of JP McClelland secured the sole victory. I am pleased to announce, the Law Firm of JP McClelland has won a deferral of the application for a special land use permit in East Atlanta. The small community was almost unnanimious in … (0 comments)
I f you aren’t already aware, when a property requests a zoning designation change, the city puts a big, red zoning “Z” out front. This sign is there to let the fine folks of Harrisburg know that change is afoot. It is, then, the citizen’s responsibility to find out what they … (0 comments)
Sometimes it is not clear what you are or are not allowed to do with a piece of real estate that you are looking at. To help you understand the real estate you are looking at on paper when you get a listing sheet, I am posting this simple chart that … (0 comments)
After a recent public hearing over whether to issue a Special Management Area Use Permit to a proposed new subdivision on Oahu Hawaii's North Shore, many in the community were left feeling that it was a bad idea. The proposed subdivision, to be located in Kawaiola, near Waimea Valley, would include 25 … (0 comments)
Ever want to have your horse at home with you (or at least not far away)? It can be tough. On TV, you see places with hunderds of acres and you dream of one day being able to have something like that. That way, on cold, wintery mornings, you can just … (0 comments)
It was a very hot day in Hemet yesterday (August 13th). It was 104° in the shade. What shade? I couldn't find any. I left a frozen bottle of Gatorade in my car while I was out looking at property and it was HOT when I got back. Not warm, not … (4 comments)
As the population has grown in Raleigh, so have the prices of many of the homes --- but so has the size of homes. This is a nationwide trend - as people have become more affluent, they have desired to indulge in luxurious homes that often have 4 bedrooms or more! … (3 comments)
A General Plan is the document that guides growth and development in a town. It includes the following elements: Land Use; Growth Area; Transportation/Circulation; Parks, Trails and Open Space; Environmental Planning; Water Resources; Economic Development; Cost of Development; and Implementation.
I was approached by a Realtor I work with, whose name I won't say, but we will call him Bobby, who was buying a property in Oakland, California. I have strictly worked with Bobby's clients, never actually helped him personally. He was working with his regular personal lender (in the business … (14 comments)
Ever sit down to check emails and then just blog away? Two weeks ago I never had blogged. Since I've joined AR, I can't stay away from blogs. I really enjoy reading them and commenting. I've learned some things from some of them; was saddened by others; and laughed at some. I … (2 comments)
Condominium Developers across the country are realizing a new trend for developing the Live-Work type of units and are seeing a new level of demand for this type of specialty housing.
I just did a post on things that look good to fix and flippers in the Colorado Springs market, (and I suppose everywhere), but there are a few things that you can't put a cosmetic bandage on. For this reason, there is a very small sub-community among the seasoned flippers that … (0 comments)
The grondbreaking ceremony for the 400,000 square foot Eldorado Market Place occurred June 25, 2007.The project is scheduled for completion next spring and will be anchored by a Market Street supermarket. Other tentants include Chase Bank and Sovereign bank.There are rumors floating around that Costco is considering locating at this intersection.
As I was hiking through the mountains with a client yesterday, I realized that my partciular forte in raw land real estate (as in other purchases) has to do with finding properties that will meet my clients needs, facilitating the deal, and seeing that the deal concludes favorably. 
Hesperia, I get to the planning board every once in a while and a good friend of mine visits often. We are looking at highest and best use of land, zoning, and revitalizing an area. 
Last night I attended my first LSNA committee meeting. It was, to say the least, a little overwhelming. Most of the other members on the committee have been active in the neighborhood politics for years. With that experience comes a plethora of background knowledge that really fills in the gaps behind what … (1 comments)
Have you heard the nightmare stories from people who bought a home that was located by a greenbelt, preserve, conservation area, or something of that nature, only to have that area developed into a noisy, ugly monstrosity at a later date? Or perhaps it's happened to you. 
Barrie, June 4, 2007 – To mark National Clean Air Day and in a demonstration of their opposition to an ethanol refinery being located in the middle of their city, Citizens Against Refining Ethanol in Barrie (C.A.R.E.) will release 418 biodegradable balloons into the air to signify the 418 … (2 comments)
The term ‘brig' entered into the English language to describe a two-masted sailing ship, square rigged. As the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard evolved, the term ‘brig' was used to describe the holding cell on board for drunk and disorderly sailors. Today the ‘brig' refers to a jail on any military … (0 comments)
You only need one realtor to buy or sell a house or home in Maryland, Baltimore, Harford county homes, I enjoy educating home sellers on the current market conditions in bel air Maryland become aware of agents who enjoy homes in subdivisions and brac moving in Abingdon for sale and buying … (0 comments)
Less than a year ago, I sold a property that was over-improved for the area... I got the seller the price they wanted, but it was a stretch! Now, less than a year later, I get a call from the buyers who want to sell it for $50K more than they … (2 comments)
The proper identity of sectional factory-built homes routinely stumps North Carolina Listing Agents who often mistakenly label these homes.
Have you been thinking about making some changes to your property in Baltimore County, maybe a room addition, adding a pool or garage? Or how about changing the use slightly by splitting your large home or row home into two apartments? Thinking about running a home business out of your garage? … (0 comments)
As reported by the Associated Press, The Happiest Place on Earth doesn’t want any new neighbors. The Walt Disney Co. has sued the city of Anaheim to stop the proposed construction of 1,500 condos, including several hundred low-income units, at the doorstep of Disneyland. Housing advocates say the units are … (2 comments)
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Vernon Township Municipal Building
I had an opportunity to see Connecticut's Legislative process in action yesterday as the Environmental Commission listened to testimony concerning a proposed law to place a one year moratorium on alternative on-site sewage treatment systems. It is always interesting to see the same data and statistics used by both sides to … (0 comments)
When you are selecting land on which to build your new home, be certain to investigate the zoning for that particular area. You might fall in love with rural acreage that just happens to be zoned for agricultural or recreational purposes. Since zoning uses are not interchangeable, you would need to … (0 comments)
When you are selecting land on which to build your new home, be certain to investigate the zoning for that particular area. You might fall in love with rural acreage that just happens to be zoned for agricultural or recreational purposes. Since zoning uses are not interchangeable, you would need to … (1 comments)