How Are You Handling Zoning and Permitting Delays in New Construction?

Question

For those developing infill housing or new construction projects, how are you dealing with zoning and permitting delays? It seems like every city has its own bottlenecks—whether it’s slow approvals, changing regulations, or unexpected rezoning issues

Jeremy England · Answer

I try to be as accommodating to the permitting and planning department as I know how.

Reviewing their online procedural content prior to submission. The land development code will usually spell out exactly what is required for whatever it is you are doing. Uploading all the documents requested to the online application on the first go.

Inevitably, there is always some kind of hold up. But we are talking days, not weeks.

Each permitting department is different. So I think its important to review any online content that department has put out before.

If they aren't online. Well then just go down there and be polite. Just ask around and people usually will help you out.

How Are You Handling Zoning and Permitting Delays in New Construction?

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