Hello BP! I am currently analyzing a "duplex" in Los Angeles County that has a main house, free standing second unit, and free standing rumpus room (with bath). From my research and discussions with the city, all of i...

Getting ready to purchase a rental property. Survey comes back to show that the house encroaches 2 feet to property setback line on 1 side. How likely is this turning into an issue down the road? Property is in Memphis.

Hey Nashville,With all of the fuss around the legislation and moratorium on type 2 STR permits has anyone "heard" of anyone getting busted for not have a STR permit? If so, what were the consequences of this bust? Our...

I live in the greater Denver area, just south of downtown. I purchased my first home a year ago and am currently working on finalizing my renovation to rent out to. I have a 600sf garage that I am looking to finish by...

I'm a little confused on permits. Hoping some of you who know Southern California might be able to shed some light on this.

I might have a deal in the works a little sooner than I expected to. The scope of work on t...

Hi! We’re interested in a single family house property. However it has a detached room that is permitted as storage room but listed and used as an office/den/gym. And the detached room has an attached deck that has no...

We found a contractor who submitted our plans to Philadelphia L&I for a permit. After 21 day review, the permit is ready for pick-up and initial inspection, but things have gone bad with this contractor on another...

WE are doing a den to Room conversion in North Scottsdale, In this regard do we need permit from City of Scottsdale  ? If so or if you have worked with permits, please provide more details on cost & time line.

Hello All,I am looking for a purchase in Chicago and came across a 2 Flat with an illegal (ahem .... non-conforming) basement unit since the ceiling is too low.  Worst case scenario, it will need to be de-converted an...

I flip homes in the area by doing "minor" renovations. I don't do complete gut jobs.  I stick to tasks I am allowed to do (patch drywall, paint, replace fixtures, flooring, tile, and cabinets) and hire licensed contr...