Land Use & ZoningIntermediateCalifornia Exam
Under California's Subdivided Lands Law, the DRE issues a _______ before lots in a new subdivision may be offered for sale.
ACertificate of occupancy
BPublic report (white report)Correct
CTitle insurance commitment
DConditional use permit
Why Public report (white report) Is Correct
Answer B: Public report (white report)
The DRE issues a Final Subdivision Public Report (commonly called the 'white report') before lots in a new subdivision may be marketed or sold. Buyers must receive a copy and sign a receipt for it.
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Key Terms to Know
Title Insurance
Insurance protecting against financial loss from defects in a property's title that existed before closing but were unknown at the time of purchase.
Pre-ApprovalA lender's conditional commitment to loan a specific amount to a borrower, based on verified income, credit, and assets.
ZoningLocal government regulations that control land use by dividing areas into zones specifying permitted uses, building sizes, and densities.
VarianceOfficial permission to use land in a way that does not conform to the applicable zoning ordinance, granted by a zoning board when strict enforcement would cause undue hardship.
State-Specific Concepts
DRE Regulation
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