How to Use Property Easements
A typical easement would normally give a non owner use of land for a specific purpose, such as parking or access to the street. Normally it does not grant that person the right to remove soil, timber, crops, etc. but to simply use the land for ... [... more]
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How to Know How Eminent Domain Works
Eminent domain is when the government can take private property and convert it to be used by the public. The U.S. Constitution requires that a government cannot take an individual's private property unless it is done for an express public purpose ... [... more]
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How to Study Zoning Laws
Lawyers, local politicians and architects spend years studying zoning laws in order to complete their work. The expertise involved in crafting and understanding zoning laws may seem out of reach for most city residents. It is important to take an ... [... more]
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How to Build a Doomsday Seed Vault
A doomsday seed vault is used to protect millions of food crops from climate change, wars and natural disasters. Recently one opened deep within an Arctic mountain in the remote Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard. This vault is designed to house ... [... more]
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How to Obtain a Building Permit
Before you begin construction, obtain a building permit; without one, you could be subject to heavy fines. Obtain a house plan, including several copies with the architect's seal, for submission to the municipality. If you are building an ... [... more]
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How to Organize a Puppy Mill Pet Store Protest
According to the Humane Society of the United States-the overwhelming majority of pet stores obtain their dogs from puppy mills-which is the only way for them to have a continuous supply of "stock." Puppy mill puppies often have a host of [... more]
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How to Survey Land
Land surveying is important. By knowing the boundaries of your property before adding a new shed or landscaping, you can avoid the headaches of having to move them later so they are on your own property. Start by taking a trip to your local town ... [... more]
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How to Get Land Zoned for Farm Use
If you're looking to get your land zoned for farming use, it could be a cake walk--or you could be in for an uphill battle. It all depends on the zoning laws in your community, the mercy of your zoning board and neighbors, and a little bit of ... [... more]
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How to Stop Toxic Waste Dumping
Toxic waste is chemicals that cause injury and death to plants, animals and humans. Since the industrial revolution, waste dumping has escalated to ridiculous proportions. It is not just the large factories and plants that pollute the ... [... more]
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How to Enforce No Trespassing in Shopping Centers
Maintaining a safe and clean shopping center isn't easy, but as the owner you must maintain your customers' comfort. You also must tactfully deal with undesirable patrons, including loiterers, panhandlers and criminals. Follow these steps to ... [... more]
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How to Fight Broadwater on Long Island's Sound
Broadwater is a potentially dangerous solution to Long Island's high energy costs. The savings to the typical long island home will be about $300 a year, not $3,000. The potential for a disasterous toxic mess is there. Who will clean it up and ... [... more]
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How to Save Historic Properties and Landmarks
In an era of ever-tightening fiscal belts, America's historic and cultural Contact your state historical society, preservation group or library to find out what preservation projects are under way and how you can help. Research the history of ... [... more]
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