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Posts by Lark Turner
Following are all articles by UrbanTurf author Lark Turner, from most recent to least.
First-Timer Primer: Zoning and Your Planned Rowhouse Addition
Lark Turner | April 28th 2021 | 5 Comments
Before deciding to build an addition to your rowhouse, find out whether you'll need to get a zoning exception or variance. ... read »
The Essential Guide to Being an Amateur Landlord in DC
Lark Turner | August 25th 2020
Our guide for amateur landlords who don't really know what they're doing. ... read »
First-Timer Primer: DC’s Home Buyer Assistance Programs
Lark Turner | June 29th 2020
DC's homebuyer assistance programs can be a bit complex. This edition of First-Timer Primer aims to provide some clarity. ... read »
First-Timer Primer: The Ins and Outs of Renter’s Insurance
Lark Turner | June 21st 2017
Last year, UrbanTurf reported that only 34 percent of renters had acquired renter's insurance, but that number would likely be higher if tenants... read »
First-Timer Primer: Renting Out Your Basement
Lark Turner | June 7th 2016 | 7 Comments
UrbanTurf talked to a reader who recently bought a house with a rentable English basement for details on what to consider in this scenario. ... read »
Dupont Circle is Getting a Long-Term, Corporate-Stay Micro-Hotel
Lark Turner | July 2nd 2015
A project originally slated to contain micro-units will now be built as a 50-unit micro-hotel after securing approval Tuesday from the Board of... read »
4.08: Mortgage Rates Reach New 2015 High
Lark Turner | July 2nd 2015
With the summer buying season in full swing, mortgage rates keep climbing. ... read »
$100,000 for a Garage in Columbia Heights
Lark Turner | June 30th 2015
A 2,000 square foot garage is on the market in Columbia Heights for $100,000. ... read »
With Pop-Up Restrictions in Effect, DCRA Outlines Rules
Lark Turner | June 29th 2015 | 1 Comment
Permits in the city's R-4 districts that haven't yet been issued will be subject to the new rules. ... read »
Purple Line is a Go, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Says
Lark Turner | June 25th 2015
The governor made the announcement in a news conference on Thursday. ... read »
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