When a city like St. George starts to attract attention, it can be challenging to manage demand and growth. For many cities, increased demand quickly leads to regret for allowing building projects to overshadow responsible land use. A previous blog outlined some of...
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Utah lawmakers take aim at short-term rentals: 3 things to know
Looking to buy an investment property in Utah and hoping to make money off of short-term rentals? This is often a great idea, as the mountain views, skiing and national parks are known to attract tourists through every season. Before diving into this market, for those...
St. George’s plan for an accessible city
The City of St. George has several plans in the works for growth and development. The city continues to grow as more choose to make St. George their home. There are precise needs and pain points, meaning it is time to invest more in the city's infrastructure to...
What does sustainable construction look like in Utah?
Every few years, there is a new trend or fad in construction. Often, cities will have a collection of new buildings that are clearly built during the same period that have the same characteristics. Rather than specific colors or trendy materials, commercial...
Eminent domain explained
Eminent domain (also known as “condemnation”) is the legal process by which a government agency (and even private individuals is certain limited contexts) compels you to sell your property to the government agency for a public purpose. A condemning agency can ask a...
Diving into St. George’s zoning regulations
Most St. George residents rarely, if ever, think about city zoning ordinances. For many people, weeks, months and even years can go by without a single mention of zoning. But for business owners and sometimes homeowners who live near businesses and homeowners who find...
What small business owners need to know: zoning laws
What small business owners need to know: zoning laws Each year, thousands of Americans forge their own way by starting a small business. These small business owners take on both risk and responsibility when they open their doors. Every business must meet required...