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Whether a property owner has a residential home with a small yard attached or a vineyard where they grow grapes for commercial wine production, their land is very valuable. It can become vulnerable in scenarios where a neighbor crosses a boundary and begins using the...
Zoning laws dictate how land can be used and what can be built on it for planning and control purposes. Each zone has its particular set of rules regarding the permitted developments or activities within the designated area. Understanding these regulations is crucial...
While business transactions are increasingly taking place in the online realm, most companies still operate out of at least one building. This is especially the case for businesses that sell products or meet with clients face to face. When acquiring business...
Covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs) are the rules and regulations that govern the use of real estate. The goals of CC&Rs are to maintain uniformity and preserve the property values in a community. A Homeowners Association (HOA) usually enforces...
The winery business may appear incredibly lucrative and appealing. However, a complex web of legal requirements and regulations lies beneath this seemingly romantic industry's surface. One of these involves zoning and land use regulations. These rules determine where...
When it comes to land-use regulations in California, two concepts are often misunderstood: zoning modifications and rezoning. While both can result in a change to a property's zoning designation, they are very different processes. Knowing the difference between the...
When in business, you know the adage, “Location, location, location!” Unfortunately, securing the best location in or around Santa Rosa, California, can be complex and expensive. You must find properties that will work for your business and act fast before someone...
You’ve had an idea for a business going around in your head for some time. You’ve finally put everything into place so that you can act on this vision and establish your company. You have contacts and a team in mind, and you’re nearly set to go. All that’s left is to...
There are cases where a business may seek to have a zone changed, or they may apply for a variance so that they do not have to adhere to the zone. In some cases, this will happen when a new business is coming into the location, and they want to use the land in a way...
It can take a long time to find the right piece of real estate. You may then invest considerable sums of money and a lot of time and effort in adapting it to your needs. Hence, whether you use it for commercial or residential purposes, it can come as a hammer blow to...