R1 zoned land subdivision - where do I start?

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Hi,

I am reaching out to seek assistance with a matter concerning my property in the North Hollywood area. Specifically, I purchased a sizable lot of approximately 30,000 square feet in the R1 zone, which included an older house that I have recently finished remodeling.

My intention is to subdivide this land into three separate lots, but I have encountered challenges with my current land use consultant, who has proven to be inadequate for this particular task. As such, I am seeking recommendations for a reliable and competent land use consultant who can guide me through this process effectively.

Ideally, I would like to meet with the city personnel directly to discuss about the process but not sure where I should be contacting: would it be city planning department of North Hollywood? (That's where I'm going to start tomorrow...)

If you are able to suggest any reputable consultants or possess detailed knowledge of the subdivision process, I would love to meet and discuss further.

Thank you!

Henry Clark · Answer

Unless you plan to get into development I would hire an engineer and ask them to draw up plans to subdivide. See who is a major commercial real estate broker in your area and ask for two firm names.

They will survey the property and take elevation shots. Then apply all their knowledge of city codes. You might draw on a piece of paper the way you would like the lots to layout as a guide. They will give you a quote and service list.

As @Chris Seveney stated there is a lot of considerations. So unless you are getting into developing I would let the engineers handle.

Storm ponds, storm sewers, joint access driveways, cul desacs, sidewalks, fire hydrant distances, road entrance distances, minimum lot size relative to city setbacks ( say 5,000 sq ft. Or is that a buildable 5,000 sqft. Although property line might go to middle of street, they may say minimum 5,000 “buildable” sqft. Right of way setbacks, landscaping requirements, soil erosion plans, dirt permits, soil compaction, Indian survey, protected Gila monster survey or brown bats, etc etc etc.

Lots of considerations.

Chris Seveney · Answer

@Joyce Kim

Typically start with zoning to confirm you can subdivide the kit, just because you meet min kit size requirements doesn’t mean lot can be subdivided - A lot more that goes into it

R1 zoned land subdivision - where do I start?

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