Development, Land Use & Zoning
Strategic Counsel for Real Estate Development
Bassford Remele provides comprehensive legal counsel for clients navigating the complex landscape of development, land use, and zoning in the construction and real estate sectors. We represent developers, property owners, investors, contractors, architects, and institutional clients in all phases of real estate development, ensuring your projects move forward efficiently and in compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Our attorneys possess deep knowledge of construction and real estate law, with a proven track record in guiding projects of all sizes—from urban infill and mixed-use developments to large-scale master planned communities—through the full development cycle. We coordinate with land use planners, engineers, environmental consultants, and financial advisors to deliver seamless, results-driven legal support. We prioritize your business objectives, offering practical strategies to secure entitlements, minimize risk, and keep your projects on schedule. Our experienced team will guide you through every aspect of development, land use, and zoning law, safeguarding your assets and advancing your interests in the dynamic construction and real estate markets.
Services
Land Use and Zoning Approvals
- Guide clients through the maze of local, state, and federal agency reviews and approvals, including rezoning, special and conditional use permits, variances, site plan approvals, and subdivision control.
- Represent clients before planning commissions, zoning boards, city councils, and county boards to secure necessary entitlements for development projects.
Development Counsel
- Advise on site assemblage, acquisition, and due diligence, including title, environmental, and regulatory considerations.
- Draft and negotiate development agreements, construction contracts, and public-private partnership arrangements.
- Counsel on financing strategies, including tax increment financing (TIF), business districts, enterprise zones, and other development incentives.
Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with evolving zoning ordinances, building codes, environmental regulations, and historic preservation requirements.
- Advise on annexation, boundary adjustments, and regulatory changes impacting land use and development.
- Manage risk by identifying potential legal and business challenges early in the development process.
Dispute Resolution and Litigation
- Represent clients in administrative appeals, alternative dispute resolution, and litigation involving zoning and land use matters, including challenges to governmental decisions, enforcement actions, and development rights disputes.
Strategic Government Relations
- Leverage established relationships with municipal officials, planning staff, and regulatory agencies to advocate for client interests and facilitate project approvals.
- Navigate neighborhood concerns, community engagement, and political frameworks to achieve successful project outcomes.
