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LA Fires

Mar. 14, 2025

The Law of Rebuilding LA Episode 18: Development changes and community impacts

Land use expert Edgar Khalatian explores the implications of changing property uses in fire-affected areas and the stark contrasts between rebuilding approaches in Pacific Palisades versus Altadena.



In this episode of The Law of Rebuilding LA, Daily Journal Contributing Editor Howard Miller continues his conversation with Edgar Khalatian of Mayer Brown about potential redevelopment scenarios in fire-affected neighborhoods.

Miller and Khalatian discuss:

  • Investor interest in combining lots for multifamily development
  • Rebuilding timelines for changed property uses
  • Different rebuilding approaches between Pacific Palisades and Altadena
  • Commercial property use changes and regulatory requirements
  • Insurance timeline constraints for rebuilding decisions
  • Community character concerns affecting homeowner decisions

Missed an episode of The Law of Rebuilding LA? Catch up here.

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