To be considere a "grandfathered use" or a "non-conforming use" you need to demonstrate that you were a legally established use prior to the zoning...

How do I use the term "Evergreen" in a land lease?

It can, but you would be better served by stating exactly what you mean in the contract e.g. if you your intent is that the lease rolls over after...

A sworn statement of interest in real estate often used for the purpose of notifying potential buyers of the interest therein.

Could my family be evicted from a false complaint?

You should first ask your landlord to address this situation. Also I would highly recommend not reacting with fear and hoping this will go away. ...

My neighbor has a woman staying with her who is exhibiting increasing erratic behavior.

Your friend has the right to protect herself from a situation that may be dangerous. However, unless she is family or has power of attorney she...

Easement shown on title of land purchased. Wanting to build, but elec co says easement is no more. $7k more than expected.

You may have to hire an attorney to review the easement documents to find out what happened and whether you have recourse. It is odd that the...

Can the county legally sell my land if I never recieved notice of sale?

You should be given notice. However, with the sale already happening you have very limited options. I suggest hiring an attorney immediately to...

It may or may not be legal. It sounds like the original easement is not well written (e.g. missing a good legal description of the easement area)....

Can you build a deck on the side of the house in Mt. Airy? What is the governing code section?

You should contact your local planning department and discuss the project with them. They can let you know how you get the project completed, and...

Does the CRA have anything to do with residential property in Los Angeles insofar as inspecting for violations/approving inspect

Contact the Los Angeles Department of Community Development. They can walk you through the process at no cost.