Los Angeles' Town Home Ordinance

Livable Places explains the impact of allowing the construction of new "fee-simple" town homes in areas zoned for apartments or commercial development.

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March 1, 2005, 11:00 AM PST

By Chris Steins @planetizen


"In December 2004, the City of Los Angeles adopted changes to its zoning codes to allow the construction of new 'fee-simple' town homes in areas zoned for apartments or commercial development. Previously the City’s zoning code prohibited the development of town homes unless they were part of a condominium association.

The new town home or small lots ordinance permits detached homes on small lots, town homes, and row houses where the home owner would own both the land and structure fee simple. This change makes town homes a more attractive and affordable option for home buyers. Many cities across the country have popular neighborhoods with row houses or brownstones that are built on a town home model."

Thanks to Christian Peralta

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