PZR Report® – The Gold Standard Zoning Report for Commercial Real Estate Due Diligence
The gold standard of zoning due diligence, PZR® (The Planning and Zoning Resource Company) enables professionals to close deals faster and make smarter decisions. With PZR® being part of LightBox, customers get the benefit of end-to-end CRE solutions. Trusted across the commercial real estate industry, the PZR zoning report supports zoning due diligence, zoning compliance reports, and lender requirements for transactions nationwide.
Key Benefits of the PZR Zoning Report
Gold standard for zoning due diligence
Close deals and make smarter decisions with PZR’s gold standard zoning data reports. Designed to verify zoning regulations, zoning code compliance, and permitted use across jurisdictions.
Deep ties to 99% of municipalities
Making it easier to get the data you need for zoning due diligence and close. Making it easier to access zoning regulations, zoning maps, and municipal documentation across thousands of municipalities.
DUS compliance
Meets Fannie Mae third-party report standards. Supports Fannie Mae zoning endorsements and third-party zoning verification letters.
Unmatched range and scope
Experience providing zoning compliance reports on billions of dollars in transactions every year. Backed by experienced staff delivering zoning reports for complex commercial real estate transactions.
Customized reports
Meet your exact needs and avoid costly zoning mistakes. Tailored for site plans, property lines, floor area ratio, parking, setbacks, and specific lender needs.
Satisfies all Lender requirements
Providing information for 3-06, 3.1-06 & 3.2-06 zoning endorsement
Products and Services
PZR Zoning Report Analysis for Lender Due Diligence
Satisfies all Lender requirements.
LightBox PZR Report has developed a zoning report format supported by municipal documentation. The PZR Report complements broader due diligence workflows such as environmental site assessments and environmental due diligence for CRE transactions.
Our reports are accepted by every major Lender and Title Company in the U.S., including Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and provide due diligence necessary for the issuance of Zoning Endorsements and Law & Ordinance Policies.
Provides information to Title Company for the 3.1-06 and 3.2-06 Zoning Endorsement.
For a Sample Report you may view PZR Report Sample to review the content and format of our most comprehensive zoning due diligence product.
OUR RESEARCH INCLUDES:
- Review of the Current Municipal Zoning Requirements with the existing Survey in conjunction with Municipal approvals and historical documents
- Conformance Status to Zoning as to Permitted Uses, Building Setbacks, Building Height, Density/FAR, and Parking and a Right to Re-Build statement for Legally Nonconforming Issues
- Documents obtained from municipalities:
- Zoning Verification Letter – including copy of Municipal Zone Map
- Copies of applicable Variances, Special Permits, Conditions, Ordinances and Rezoning Approvals
- Copies of Outstanding Zoning / Building Code and Fire Code Violations
- Copies of Existing Certificates of Occupancy
- Copies of Approved Site Plans and Approvals as available
Use Analysis Zoning Report
Provides zoning due diligence to clients on an as-requested basis, often for raw land or property being considered for demolition/re-purposing. Ideal for early-stage development, land acquisition, or proposed occupancy where zoning verification is required without a full survey.
When a survey is not available or you are simply trying to find out if a particular use is permitted on your land, PZR Report also offers a use analysis report.
This is a step down from our full PZR Report as it only offers a conformance determination for the existing or proposed use.
For a sample report you may view zoning Document Sample to see if this scope service will meet your needs. This report can be modified in any way necessary to meet your specific needs.
THIS REPORT WILL INCLUDE:
- Provides a Conformance Statement to Permitted Uses on the property (either existing or proposed)
- Provides the zoning requirements for Building Setbacks, Building Height, Density/Bulk and Parking requirements for the zoning designation in which the property lies (for informational purposes only. No conformance determination is made to these requirements.)
- Provides the Applicable Zoning Code Sections and the Zoning Map
- A Survey is not required for this Report
- Documents obtained from municipalities:
- Zoning Verification Letter – including copy of Municipal Zone Map
- Copies of applicable Variances, Special Permits, Conditions, Ordinances and Rezoning Approvals
- Copies of Outstanding Zoning and Building Code Violations
- Copies of Existing Certificates of Occupancy (if applicable/available)
Executive Summary Zoning Report
Provides quick due diligence review.
Provides a quick review for compliance as to the Use, Building Setbacks, Building Height, Density and Parking, based on a review of the Municipal website, and provides data needed for the issuance of the 3.1-06 Zoning Endorsement. Frequently used by lenders and interested parties requiring fast zoning compliance confirmation.
THIS REPORT WILL INCLUDE:
- Review of Current Zoning Requirements to Existing ALTA Survey Conditions (this Report can be provided without a Survey, but with qualifications if applicable)
- Conformance Status to Zoning as to Permitted Use, Building Setbacks, Building Height, Density/FAR, and Parking
- Documents obtained from the municipality:
- Applicable Municipal Zoning Code Sections including: Permitted Uses, Minimum Parking Requirements, Setback Requirements, Height Density and Area Requirements and Right to Re-Build Provision along with the Zoning Map
- No other documents ordered from the Municipality
Document Acquisition
Provides documents to clients on an as-requested basis.
The Planning and Zoning Resource Company specializes in obtaining zoning and building code documents in all 50 states.
We have a team of information specialists who are experts in the field of document acquisition. This service supports property research alongside property valuation and environmental assessments for comprehensive risk analysis.
With access to a database of over 20,000 municipal contacts and a zoning library of over 6,000 zoning ordinances, our document acquisition team can coordinate and collect information with great speed and efficiency.
WE SPECIALIZE IN OBTAINING COPIES OF THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS:
- Zoning Verification Letter- Including copy of Municipal Zone Map (if available)
- Copies of Outstanding Zoning, Building and Fire Code Violations
- Variances, Special Use Permits, Conditional Use Permits
- Site Plans
- Copies of Existing Certificates of Occupancy (if applicable)
Title Insurer Zoning Packet
Providing Information to the Title Company and/or Land Surveyor to comply with 2021 ALTA Survey Requirements. Supports zoning endorsements and compliance documentation for title companies, surveyors, and lenders.
PZR Report is available to partner with the title company and/or land surveyor in providing the information necessary to comply with the 2021 ALTA Survey Requirements (effective 2/23/21) in a very affordable and timely manner (usually within 1 week). No municipal documents are included with this report.
THIS REPORT WILL INCLUDE:
- Existing Zoning Classification
- Current Building Setback Requirements (including identification of specific setback lines to assist the Surveyor in plotting the lines on the Survey)
- Height, Density and Area Restrictions
- Parking Formula Required
- Applicable Zoning Code Sections are provided; no municipal documents are ordered
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FAQs – PZR Report®
What is a PZR zoning report?
A PZR zoning report is a comprehensive zoning due diligence report that verifies zoning regulations, permitted use, and compliance for a specific property. It is widely accepted by lenders, title companies, and surveyors across the U.S.
What lender requirements does the PZR Report satisfy?
The PZR Report satisfies major lender requirements, including zoning information needed for ALTA zoning endorsements such as 3-06, 3.1-06, and 3.2-06, depending on scope.
Is the PZR zoning report accepted by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac?
Yes. The PZR zoning report meets Fannie Mae DUS compliance standards and is accepted by Freddie Mac, major lenders, and title companies nationwide.
What zoning endorsements does the PZR Report support?
The report provides zoning due diligence necessary for the issuance of ALTA 3-06, 3.1-06, and 3.2-06 zoning endorsements, subject to title company review.
How long does it take to receive a PZR zoning report?
Most PZR zoning reports are delivered in a timely manner, depending on municipal response times and report scope. Expedited options may be available for time-sensitive transactions.
What is the difference between a PZR Report and a Use Analysis Report?
A PZR Report provides full zoning compliance analysis supported by municipal documentation, while a Use Analysis Report offers a limited determination focused only on whether an existing or proposed use is permitted.
Does the PZR Report include municipal documentation?
Yes. The PZR Report is supported by municipal documentation, zoning codes, and zoning regulations obtained directly from local jurisdictions.
Can PZR zoning reports be customized?
Yes. PZR zoning reports can be customized to meet exact needs, including specific lender requirements, property characteristics, zoning districts, and proposed development scenarios.
When is a zoning verification letter required?
A zoning verification letter is typically required during commercial real estate due diligence to confirm zoning compliance for financing, title insurance, or development approvals.
Is the PZR Report suitable for raw land or redevelopment projects?
Yes. The PZR Report is frequently used for raw land, redevelopment, demolition, and repurposing projects, where zoning compliance and permitted use must be verified early in the transaction.
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