Find hidden zoning potentials
Flip the script on commercial real estate investing: Consider properties with ‘hidden’ zoning potentials. Uncover sites zoned for multiple uses or those due for rezoning. This foresight can turn an average investment into a goldmine by anticipating future community developments and market shifts.
How?
- Local Government Websites: Most city or county websites have zoning maps and regulations.
- Planning Department: Visit or call your local planning department for insights on current zoning and potential changes.
- Real Estate Agents: Experienced local agents often have knowledge about zoning and future developments.
- Public Hearings: Attend city council or planning commission meetings where rezoning and development plans are discussed.
- Online Databases: Websites like LoopNet or CityFeet provide zoning information on specific properties.
- Networking: Connect with local developers, investors, and land use attorneys who stay informed about zoning changes.