Welcome

To allow us to get to know what your needs are and if we can help you.

From determining if you need a permit (Zoning Permit, Height or setback variance, or Conditional Use Permit) to application and representation through the Planning Commission/City Council/Board of Supervisors.  Jurisdiction application fees are extra.

To assist with application through Board of Supervisors hearing of zoning changes and General Plan Amendments for parcels.  Jurisdiction fees extra.

Airport Land Use Commission review of revisions to surrounding property restrictions near airports.

Provide representation at local government for community organizations.  Cost can be per hour or on retainer.

For those considering purchasing property, will assist with determine the highest and best use of the property, what permits are needed and potential issues that might be faced.

We evaluate: zoning designation, general plan designation, past uses of the property, and surrounding property uses.  We also evaluate if there are any infrastructure connections (such as water, sewer, power, etc.) or lack thereof.

For governmental agencies or developers needing assistance for short or long term staffing, specific projects or to enhance current staff.

For agencies, community groups or service groups in need of a speaker for their meetings or gatherings.  Topics in land use planning.

Land Use research, including zoning, general plan designation, site history, allowed uses and required entitlements.

With a parcel and a project/business idea we will evaluate the project in regards to zoning compatibility, general compatibility and what entitlements (if any) are needed to move forward.

In addition, we will evaluate:  demographic (# of people in the area, # of similar businesses) and economic feasibility (competition, need of business, target market)

Advice, general information, etc. 

This is the next level up from the Initial Consultation service.  Here, we can discuss basic matters that may not require lengthly contracted services.

A local process required by the Department of Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) as a part of their licensing process.  The local jurisdictionmust agree that their is a necessity for the license to exist in a given census tract before the ABC can issue a license.

Incorporates Basic Site Evaluation.

Evaluates:  Hazard Identification, Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies.

Hazard Identification:  Flooding, Wildfire Potential, EPA Site Contamination, Landslide Potential, and Others.

Risk Evaluation:  Assessing the likelihood and impact of identified hazards on proposed land uses.

Mitigation Strategies:  Develop plans to reduce or manage risks in order to make land use as safe as possible.

Best for:  Developers, Businesses.

Advisory service based on need of the business, developer or individual who may not need a full time consultant.

Offers weekly check ins (in person or by phone) to discuss issues, review technical studies.

Offers interaction with jurisdictions and attendance of meetings.,

Provide a detailed timeline roadmap that estimates entitlement, environmental approval and compliance timelines so you can plan ahead.

Evaluate property to make stew it aligns with the scales, scope and type of improvements you intend to construct or business you intend to run

For splitting existing parcels up to 4 new lots

For preparation of applicable maps prior to submitting Annexation requests

Preparation of CEQA Initial Study Technical Studies (non-EIR level).

Phone consultation

-Access via e-mail

-Basic land use research

-Zoning verifications

-Land Use verifications

-Basic project evaluations

Perfect for Real Estate Agents and Real Estate Investors who may need just the basics and do not have specific projects.

Basic services + 

-Site due diligence

-Project Evaluations

-Entitlement processing

-Zoning amendments 

-General plan amendments

-Response Time - within 4 hours

Perfect for Developers and those with small projects or potentially multiple projects.

Standard + 

-Priority Access

-Response Time - within 2 hours

-Weekly Status Check-Ins

-Regular monitoring of jurisdiction meetings with reporting

-Compliance and monitoring (consistency with CEQA and NEPA and local zoning codes), monitoring of conditions of approval from entitlements

-Community and Agency Relations (representation at public hearings, neighborhood meetings and agency relations)

-Strategic Planning (advising on market, navigating local government)

Perfect for Developers and those

Any combination of Basic, Standard and Premium, with retainer fees per month to be determined at time of negotiation.  Customize what you need, and we'll work with you!