by Rhett Loveman | Apr 8, 2026 | Insights
Zoning in Alabama traces its authority to the passage of Act 443 by the 1923 Alabama Legislature, which granted municipalities the power to regulate land use within their corporate limits. While zoning limits a property owner’s unrestricted use of land, it is intended...
by Rhett Loveman | Mar 28, 2026 | Insights
In the world of land development, timing is everything. Zoning and subdivision ordinances can shift quickly, often in response to public pressure or other community priorities, and those changes can dramatically impact projects already in...
by Rhett Loveman | Feb 24, 2026 | Insights
After years of underbuilding, the U.S. faces a shortage of more than 4.7 million homes. In response, several states are advancing zoning and permitting reforms designed to increase supply, streamline approvals, and improve affordability. Georgia: Faster Permits,...
by Rhett Loveman | Jan 15, 2026 | Insights
The Housing Affordability Crisis Reaches a Breaking Point Recent announcements by President Trump signal a larger focus by the administration on addressing housing affordability challenges. On January 7, 2026, President Trump announced that he was taking...