Do you need a zoning report for you property?  As you know, the process of obtaining zoning information can be time-consuming and expensive, that’s where we can help. Let our engineers simplify the process of creating a comprehensive zoning report that includes everything you need for your real estate transaction. Your report will contain both a summary of municipal contacts and a summary of the research documents. We will also supply copies of the applicable zoning regulations. Upon completion of the report, we will summarize the zoning conditions of the property and determine for you if the property is "Legally Conforming," "Legally Non-Conforming" or "Non-Conforming."

We have provided zoning reports to many different clients and industries all over the country including: architects, banks / lenders, businesses and individuals, developers, lawyers, mortgage companies, surveying firms, and title companies.

Why do you need a Zoning Assessment Report?

Due Diligence is an important part of any real estate transaction. In addition to the common due diligence services such as Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Geotechnical Investigations, and Property Condition Assessment Reports, it is important to include a Zoning Assessment or Property Zoning Assessment Report to protect your investment. The results of zoning due diligence also allows for more informed negotiations with the seller.

Some of the issues you will need to know about, which we will identify with a zoning assessment include:

  • If the property to be purchased cannot be used for the business intended by the buyer
  • If there are an insufficient number of parking spaces provided in the current configuration
  • If some or all of the building to be purchased is not in compliance with current zoning laws

A completed Zoning Assessment can clarify title endorsements and insurance needs. Additionally, if your property is in New Jersey the buyer is required to conduct a zoning investigation before purchasing or building a commercial property.

What is included in our comprehensive Zoning Assessment Report?

The services we provide include:

  • Zoning Reports / Zoning Assessments
  • Zoning Verification Letters
  • Building and Zoning Code Violation Letters
  • Certificates of Occupancy
  • Building Permit Variances (Special Use Permits or Conditional Use Permits)
  • Zoning Codes

We review the necessary items during a zoning assessment including:

  • Property usage
  • Parking
  • Setbacks
  • Building Height
  • Density and site coverage requirements
  • Ability to rebuild the current structure after a disaster or fire

In general the steps we take in an assessment include:

  • Review of current zoning laws
  • Interviews with local / municipal zoning officials
  • Review of the property survey and the surrounding property uses
  • Obtain a copy of the certificate of occupancy

What you can expect from us?

  • A single point of contact, you will get the personal attention you need
  • Flexible pricing including packages for companies with large portfolios and numerous sites
  • Different levels of zoning reports to accommodate your specific requirements
  • Applicable fees can be included in a not-to-exceed proposal, so your invoice doesn't exceed the contracted amount.
  • We will work with you to meet your required deadlines
  • File Sharing, you can access copies of the zoning assessment report from our internet storage site. Access the files as work is proceeding, and share files with your project team