In February 2012, the owners of an Italian eatery found themselves the target of a red tag violation that put a stop to the renovations they were performing on a new location for their restaurant, according to the Santa Cruz Sentinel. The violation was related to major renovations that took place at the restaurant without the necessary permits. As a result the city issued a stop work order until the necessary work permits were acquired.
Red tags
If officials inspect a property in Santa Cruz County and find that there have been unauthorized changes made to that property, then they issue what is referred to as a red tag. Examples of red tag violations include:
- Turning a garage into a bedroom
- Adding on an additional floor without permits
- Improper wiring
- Septic systems in the wrong place
- Mold
- Building new structures without permit
Once a building or property is hit with a red tag, the process to remove that red tag can be extremely complicated. For example, if a septic system was installed incorrectly, the owner may be required to dig it up, remove it, make appropriate repairs to the land composition, and then re-install it.
In addition, you may also have to pay county fees and penalties as well as appear in court to resolve the issues associated with the property.
Zoning Code
Essentially there are two types of property zoning--residential and commercial. Property can be assigned one zone, such as residential, and then be changed to a commercial zone in Santa Cruz with the approval of the city's Planning Commission. It is important to make sure that before you build anything on the property, you understand what your land is zoned for.
Within each zoning code are additional codes that determine the type of building, the size of the building, the number of animals the land can hold, the height of the building, and additional details relating to what can be built on the property. For instance, if you own residential property and you want to build a town house or a small apartment building on it, then you likely need to apply to the city or county in order to be approved for that project.
The same is true for a commercial zone. There are specific guidelines in place that designate what type of building and business can be operated on that site. Any violation could result in enormous fines and penalties and costly delays. Therefore, it is a wise idea to consult with a legal professional experienced in real estate law to avoid any complications related to zoning law.
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The complexities of red tags and zoning codes in Santa Cruz
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