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...
Sophisticated Representation For
The Most Complex Projects
Sophisticated Representation For
The Most Complex Projects
Land Use & Zoning
A basic guide to due diligence in energy projects
It is not an unfamiliar sight to find a piece of abandoned land. It was probably once a hub of industrial activity, and now, its soil is tainted by years of chemical discharge. Although lying dormant, there could be plans to turn this land into a solar energy farm....
Applying for a special use permit
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...
An introduction to New York’s Environmental Quality Review Act
The New York State Environmental Quality Review Act, also known as SEQR or SEQRA, lays out the process for government agencies to consider the environmental impacts of proposed projects or actions that have a potential environmental impact. These agencies include...
What is a “no further action” letter?
The environment and our impact on it are a major issue in today’s world. Therefore, doing proper environmental due diligence is essential in any business transaction. Along with other due diligence inquiries, it is vital to learn about any potential environmental...
Understanding eminent domain
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...
Forming a limited liability company in New York
If you are a business owner, you may find that a limited liability company (LLC) structure is the best choice for your business. If you choose to go forward with your LLC, there are certain steps you will need to take to officially form an LLC in New York. Here are...
Did a New York agency deny you?
Article 78 of the New York Civil Practice Law and Rules is a legal tool that allows individuals or entities to challenge the decisions or actions of administrative agencies, public bodies or officers in court. Article 78 is important because it provides a way to...
Understanding how a non-conforming building or land can be used
Every municipality in the state of New York has adopted a zoning code that designates the types of use that are permitted on each tract of land in the municipality. Amendments to a zoning ordinance can have a significant impact on the allowable uses of the property....
Adverse possession and your rights
While purchasing real estate might seem like a straightforward transaction because this kind of thing occurs on a daily basis, the reality is that many issues could arise and impact the completion of the transaction. One instance is encountering an individual or...