Land Use & ZoningIntermediateCalifornia Exam
What is a 'subdivision' under California law?
AAny property with a homeowners association, under standard California zoning and land use law
BThe division of land into two or more lots, parcels, or units for the purpose of sale, lease, or financingCorrect
CAny property with more than 10 acres, as typically applied by local planning authorities
DOnly commercial properties divided into separate tenancies, consistent with standard land use regulation
Why The division of land into two or more lots, parcels, or units for the purpose of sale, lease, or financing Is Correct
Answer B: The division of land into two or more lots, parcels, or units for the purpose of sale, lease, or financing
Under the California Subdivision Map Act and Subdivided Lands Law, a subdivision generally involves dividing land into two or more parcels. Different rules apply depending on whether the subdivision involves 5 or more lots, which triggers additional DRE oversight.
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Key Terms to Know
Zoning
Local government regulations that control land use by dividing areas into zones specifying permitted uses, building sizes, and densities.
Gross Rent Multiplier (GRM)A quick valuation metric for income properties calculated by dividing the property price by gross annual rental income.
EasementA non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
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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