Sophisticated Representation For
The Most Complex Projects
Sophisticated Representation For
The Most Complex Projects
Most Albany residents know that the city has adopted a comprehensive zoning ordinance that governs the manner in which land in the city may be used. Many residents, however, are unfamiliar with those provisions of the Zoning Code that allow relief from strict...
A special use permits the Albany Zoning Board to consider and, if appropriate, approve a land use that does not exactly conform to the general requirements of the City’s Zoning Code. For example, a special use permit (also known as an SUP) may be granted to permit a...
Homeowners in Albany sometimes consider changing the use of their property, whether to start a home-based business, convert a residence into a multifamily unit or pursue another type of redevelopment. While zoning laws restrict how property can be used, Albany does...
When you purchase or lease a piece of property, you need to be able to use it as you see fit. This is especially true if you’re hoping to monetize the property or otherwise utilize it for a business venture. But your hopes can be quickly dashed by restrictive land use...
When you are searching for a piece of land or property to use for business purposes, you must ensure that what you intend to use the land for is legal under local zoning regulations. Finding the perfect piece of land but learning you cannot use it due to zoning...
Nothing can derail your building plans more than the denial of a building permit by a building inspector for violating a zoning law. You have several options in this situation. You can always modify your building plans to comply with the zoning requirements, but that...
Zoning and land use laws can be tailored for many goals, including making cities more pleasant for residents and more suitable for businesses. Often, they are intended to reduce pollution or achieve other environmental objectives. Usually, these objectives are...
Developing an area or district within a city requires collaborative efforts from various parties, including the city council and builders. In these instances, planners must set up the framework and prepare before starting construction. These requirements may include...
In New York, zoning regulations outline how land can be used and set rules for buildings in an area. There are different requirements for residential, commercial and industrial properties. There may be situations where a property owner needs to request a special use...
Eminent domain is the process the government can use to take private property for public use without the owner’s consent. While eminent domain can help support public interests, it is important to balance those interests with the property owner’s rights. Eminent...