Full-Spectrum Development Support
Expert guidance at every stage of your development project.
Entitlements
We navigate LA's complex approval process—from initial zoning analysis through City Planning Commission hearings. Our team has processed over 200 entitlement cases across Los Angeles County.
- Zoning Analysis & Strategy
Comprehensive review of zoning code, overlay districts, and development standards
- Density Bonus Applications
State and local density bonus program expertise (TOC, SB 1818, AB 2345)
- Discretionary Approvals
CUPs, variances, zone changes, and specific plan amendments
- Public Hearing Representation
Planning Commission and City Council appearances with full case preparation
200+
Entitlement Cases
15,000+
Units Entitled
94%
Approval Rate
Typical Timeline Savings
Departments We Navigate
Permit Expediting
Time is money in development. Our permit expediting team has established relationships with every relevant city department and knows how to keep your project moving through the queue.
- Building Permit Applications
Complete application preparation and submission management
- Plan Check Coordination
Direct liaison with plan checkers and correction resolution
- Multi-Agency Coordination
Fire, health, utilities, and public works clearances
- Certificate of Occupancy
Final inspection coordination and CO processing
Development Strategy
Before you buy, know what you can build. Our feasibility analysis helps investors and developers make informed acquisition decisions based on actual entitlement potential.
- Feasibility Reports
Comprehensive analysis of development potential with yield scenarios
- Site Selection Support
Zoning screening for acquisition targets across LA County
- Incentive Analysis
Identify applicable density bonuses, tax incentives, and fee waivers
- Risk Assessment
CEQA exposure, community opposition, and approval timeline analysis
Feasibility Report Includes
- Zoning & development standards analysis
- 3 development yield scenarios
- Density bonus eligibility review
- Entitlement pathway recommendation
- Timeline & cost estimates
5-7 business day delivery
Common CUP Use Types
Typical CUP Timeline
Conditional Use Permits
Many small businesses—restaurants serving alcohol, daycares, auto shops, dispensaries—need a Conditional Use Permit before they can open. We manage the entire CUP process so you can focus on launching your business.
- Pre-Application & Feasibility
Confirm CUP requirements and identify red flags before you sign a lease
- Application Preparation
Site plans, project description, and justification statements addressing required findings
- Community & Neighbor Outreach
Proactive engagement to address concerns and minimize hearing opposition
- Hearing Representation & Conditions Review
Full case presentation and negotiation of conditions that protect your business model
How We Work
A structured approach to navigating LA's development landscape.
Discovery Call
30-minute call to understand your project goals, timeline, and budget.
Site Analysis
Deep-dive into zoning, constraints, and development potential.
Strategy & Proposal
Detailed engagement proposal with scope, timeline, and fees.
Execution
Full project management through approval or permit issuance.