Increased concerns over urban sprawl and preservation of sensitive environmental areas, historic landmarks, open space and other features important to communities have taken center stage in land use discussions. Sometimes regulations alone can address these concerns, but often, elected officials prefer not to reduce development potential and pub...Read More

The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) are putting renewed emphasis on their fair housing agendas.  This program is a must attend for attorneys who represent developers, owner and managers of housing, as well as municipal counsel.  Familiarize yourself w...Read More

Why Attend?

Mortgage loans for condo units are subject to specialized guidelines for financing provided by major investors such as Fannie Mae. As part of a three-person panel, a member of Fannie Mae's project standards team will review the condo project requirements and approval process and respond to questions.

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The power of eminent domain is being reshaped across the nation by court rulings and legislation. Much of the recent court activity and legislation has involved the controversial use, or attempted use, of eminent domain power to take private property for economic development by private parties. Redevelopment, however, is not the only fluid area ...Read More

Commercial landlords and tenants across the country are dusting off their leases hoping to find answers to guide them through the difficult financial times that both parties currently face. Tenants that suddenly find they will not be able to pay rent through the end of the term are reviewing the leases for exit str...Read More

The power of eminent domain is being reshaped across the nation by court rulings and legislation. Much of the recent court activity and legislation has involved the controversial use, or attempted use, of eminent domain power to take private property for economic development by private parties. Redevelopment, however, is not the only fluid area ...Read More