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Portland Parking Minimums: What Still Applies
Portland parking minimums are gone, but bike parking, access and other rules remain. See what applies October 8, 2026, and what changes in November.
Zoning & Land Use
Land-use decisions, permitting, density, and local housing policy.
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AnalysisPolicy & RegulationOct 1, 20265 min read
California SB 1116 Lot Averaging in 2027
California SB 1116 lot averaging permits smaller parcels for eligible 2027 applications, while average sizes and other project requirements still apply.
Deep GuidePolicy & RegulationSep 21, 20267 min read
San Mateo SB 684 Eligibility: Which Parcels?
Check San Mateo SB 684 eligibility for unincorporated parcels, including SB 1123 vacancy rules, coastal limits and the approvals needed before construction.
Deep GuidePolicy & RegulationSep 17, 20265 min read
Oregon Middle Housing Land Division: Unit Limits
Oregon middle housing land division enables separate ownership. Check unit limits, utility and easement rules, and the steps from approval to recording.
GuideHomebuildingSep 14, 20265 min read
North Carolina Plat Recording: What Comes First
North Carolina plat recording rules distinguish contracts from conveyance. Check buyer protections, approval steps and documents needed before closing.
ComparisonPolicy & RegulationSep 12, 20266 min read
California ADU Utility Connection Fees: Which Rules Apply?
California ADU utility connection fees depend on project type. Compare conversions, new construction, capacity charges and the separate impact-fee rules.
Deep GuidePolicy & RegulationSep 4, 20265 min read
Houston Replats: Why Deed Restrictions Still Matter
Houston replat approval does not erase deed restrictions. Learn which records and development rules to check before marketing an infill or townhouse site.
Deep GuidePolicy & RegulationAug 28, 20265 min read
Minneapolis Triplex Conversion: Building Code
Understand the building code for a Minneapolis triplex conversion, from architect plans and zoning checks to safety upgrades and rental approvals.
GuidePolicy & RegulationAug 19, 20266 min read
SB 9 and Tenant-Occupied Property: Check the History
Assess SB 9 on tenant-occupied property: check three-year rental history, protected-housing restrictions and the lot-split residence commitment.
Deep GuidePolicy & RegulationAug 13, 20265 min read
Massachusetts ADU Owner Occupancy and Rental Limits
Massachusetts ADU owner occupancy rules let owners of qualifying units live elsewhere. Rental limits, permits and site requirements still apply.
Deep GuidePolicy & RegulationAug 6, 20266 min read
San Jose ADU Condo Sale Rules: What Comes First
San Jose ADU condo sale rules require more than a building permit. Check conversion documents, lender consent, shared costs and the steps before sale.