All Forum Posts by: Rick Tripp

Depending on the physical relationship between the three lots, you may be able to remedy the situation with a lot line adjustment. Unlike an easement across someone else's property, you could be in control of the situation if there is sufficient space to create access across two of the lots you own onto the third lot you own. You'll have to make sure you don't create a setback problem for future building as you adjust the lot lines.

We just started discussions with prospective consultants on the EB-5 program and how it may work with our proposal to develop a new NFL stadium for the San Diego Chargers.
Preliminary indications are that our project, in the $1.6B range, is likely a suitable "regional center" for the deployment of EB-5 investment funds.
I'd be happy to share my experiences with the program as our effort evolves. Feel free to contact me.

Gary,
Let me know if you start one. We're in Sacramento but spend a few days a month in SLO visiting the "kids" and our new grandbaby.
We're exploring investing with them in SLO, Pismo, Atascadero, etc.

My agent has always known that I perform my own DD even if it means contacting another agent and she welcomes it. Lets me get more immediate answers and uses less of her time. As long as you disclose, your agent should have no problem with it.

Jon is on the right track.
Done correctly, you could cut the foor overhang behind the tree back flush with the exterior wall of the house to create a bit of room. Secondly, perhaps you could get the neighbor's permission to cable you tree to his (the other tree in the picture) to help minimize additional leaning as well help your tree resist wind loading that might bring it into contact with the roof.
In the long run, if the avocado tree is ever removed, you could add new rafter tails to bring the roof overhang back to its original profile.

Tre Vigne in Napa.

Darius,
Jon is right. Sacramento area might be a good option for you to consider.

Your first stop will be the planning department of the city or county of controlling jurisdiction. They will be able to give you an info packet that lays out the process. While you're there ask lots of questions, that's what they're there for. It will be a pretty well defined process but expensive. Not a good thing to do on your own without experience. First time out, a consultant would be a good investment.

I came across a raw lot with a 4 unit condo entitlement on Maui across the road from the beach that interests me. Is there anyone on BP with any Maui development experience that might offer some insight on dealing with Maui County?

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