Is Your Construction Business “Essential”?

Is Your Construction Business “Essential”?

Is my construction business “essential”? Can I continue to work? How do I know whether it is or isn’t? The State of California Has Permitted Construction to Continue, But Your Local Government May Have Stronger Restrictions Under California Governor Gavin...
General Building Contractor Restrictions

General Building Contractor Restrictions

Are there any restrictions as to what type of construction contracts a General Building Contractor can enter into? The short answer is yes. A general building contractor is a contractor duly licensed by the Contractors State License Board with what is referred to as a...
Conditional Use Permits

Conditional Use Permits

What Are Conditional Use Permits? Conditional use permits (CUP) are granted by the city or county to a property owner to devote a property to a use that is not allowed under the zoning ordinance as a matter of right. In other words, where the proposed use is...
Home Improvement Construction Contracts

Home Improvement Construction Contracts

Certain home improvement construction contracts (contracts in excess of $500) are required to have specific statutory language – otherwise they can be held invalid. Most contractors in California utilize company specific templates for the construction contracts...