Land Use Attorney in NJ
If you are interested in developing land for use or selling land to developers in New Jersey, you need an attorney to represent you during all phases of the process and to help you complete the process according to law. Land Use Development law is complicated and involves a great deal of research to get approval from the proper departments. With the aid of an attorney, the research can be done for you and guidance can be provided.
Land Use and Development Law Regulations
New Jersey Land Use and Development Law is complicated because it involves many factors including due diligence, land use, re-zonings, permits, and variances. The law can be even more complex when landmark buildings, entitlement, construction, and public or private financing are involved.
When applying for a permit for land use and development, permits or variances must be obtained from the state. In order for your request to be granted, highway and traffic regulations must be complied with and any boundary disputes must be settled before the permissions will be given. A lawyer can use their experience working with New Jersey planning and zoning boards to streamline this process, which can be confusing and cumbersome for someone without knowledge of municipal, state, and federal laws. If all processes involved with official departments are not followed properly, applications will be denied and the process becomes longer than anticipated or denied altogether.
New Jersey Municipality Codes
It’s important for a New Jersey land use and development attorney to have good working relationships with municipal zoning boards. The zoning boards in this state are responsible for:
- Zoning application Review
- Certifying subdivision appeals
- Certifying statutory subdivision approval
- Receives any notice of appeal or protest regarding a project
- Certifying statutory default approvals
- Review all non-conforming issues
- Issues zoning permits
- Safeguards documents regarding land use and zoning issues in real estate transactions
Attorney Involvement
A land use development law attorney can help a variety of clients including:
It’s important for these professionals to hire an attorney to represent them in land use situations because a lawyer will allow them to understand:
- Regulations
- Requirements
- Policies
Land Use Regulations
Regulations, requirements, and policies can vary from municipal, state, and county levels. An attorney will make sure that developers, landowners, builders, and lenders are aware of all the situations that affect the use of their property and will ensure steps are taken to make developing the land legal. A real estate lawyer can also aid in:
- Construction
- Obtaining financing
- Title work
- Ownership issues
- Development programs
Additionally, attorneys can help those interested in land use development obtain:
- Site approvals
- Variances
- Subdivision approvals
- Grading permits
- Special use permits
Land use and development attorneys can also protect your interest if the following situations arise.
- Environmental issues
- Easement disputes
- Litigation
- Setbacks
- Challenges to zoning appeals
Land Use Development Process
When you hire an attorney to help with land use development deals, you can expect guidance with every phase of the process including:
- Acquisition
- Financing
- Development
- Re-development
- Leasing
Contact Us
Call John L. Schettino, LLC for assistance with all land-related manners. With the aid of Mr. Schettino’s law office, you can expect legal assistance in land and building acquisition, redevelopment, negotiations, purchase and sale agreements. Call today to inquire about a free consultation!
