Land Use & Zoning Legal Guides (9 found)

Written by Avvo Staff
Land use is regulated by a complex web of federal, state, and local laws.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Land Use / Zoning about 1 year ago.

Written by John Peter Huber
Land use and zoning on Long Island can be a challenging process due to widespread development, and the number of jurisdictions that possess authority to control zoning and land use. Courtesy, experience and preparation are the qualities to look for in an effective zoning and land use attorney.
Posted in Land Use / Zoning 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Suffolk County, NY

Written by Brian Lockard Nagle
If you are pursuing approvals in these areas, it is very helpful to understand the process before you proceed.
Posted in Land Use / Zoning 7 months ago. Jurisdiction: Pennsylvania

Written by Daniel P. Dalton
Before buying and developing land, a religious organization should look at the zoning of land to determine if the use is permitted. If challenged by a City, consider the application of the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act.
Posted in Land Use / Zoning about 1 month ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by David Lawrence Ganz
Zoning is a legal limitation, created by a legislature or municipal authority, designed to place similarly used properties in close proximity with similar properties. Usually, though not always, it is part of a master plan designed to obtain the highest, and best use, of land.
Posted in Land Use / Zoning about 1 year ago.

Written by Anthony T. Verwey
If a municipality believes you have violated its zoning ordinances, you may receive what is known as an “enforcement notice.” Responding to this notice within 30 days is critically important.
Posted in Land Use / Zoning 9 months ago. Jurisdiction: Pennsylvania

Written by Benjamin W. Graff
Rezoning property within all Arizona municipalities and counties is a perfect blend of legal, legislative, administrative, and political processes requiring an expert in the field who knows the law, process, and political contacts needed to secure the necessary entitlements.
Posted in Land Use / Zoning 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: Phoenix, AZ

Written by Robert Alan Beattey
How to file a challenge to a local government land use decision under the Growth Management Act
Posted in Land Use / Zoning 9 months ago. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Charles Black Mcfarland
10 questions every property owner should ask before hiring counsel when the government comes to take private property for a public use.
Posted in Land Use / Zoning 9 months ago. Jurisdiction: Texas