Land Use & Zoning

Zoning rules limit the use of real property and can sometimes negatively impact business operations, development plans or investments. A zoning variance can allow for the optimal use of a parcel or the development of vacant property when the current zoning doesn’t...

Sometimes, well-intentioned people provide truly terrible advice. For example, people might tell others that it is “better to ask for forgiveness than to beg for permission.” While it is true that people and businesses can sometimes fly under the radar and get away...

Zoning has a direct impact on the characteristics of a neighborhood and the use of real property. Businesses seeking to acquire real property for commercial purposes often have to limit their searches to areas with the right zoning for the company's needs. Otherwise,...

Some real estate owners and businesses have to find creative solutions for properties that are not currently generating revenue. Many other investors want to take advantage of the declining demand for some types of commercial real estate. After all, buying when prices...

There are many things to research and understand before agreeing to buy a commercial property. One of the most important is local zoning laws. These are a local authority's way of shaping the makeup of an area. Without it, you could have retirees in care homes living...