by Rhett Loveman | Dec 16, 2024 | Insights
Legislatures in Arizona, Colorado, and Rhode Island are building on the zoning reform achievements of the 2023 legislative sessions in other states to implement zoning reforms. Meanwhile, zoning reform attempts in other states have fallen short, but legislators remain...
by Rhett Loveman | Dec 16, 2024 | Insights
Individuals naturally act in their own best interest. This is known as “rational action theory.” This concept also extends to neighborhoods, where groups may prioritize their immediate surroundings, sometimes at the expense of larger, community-wide needs...
by Rhett Loveman | Dec 16, 2024 | Insights
In a recent opinion, the Supreme Court of Alabama held that if a preliminary subdivision platcomplies with all the City’s subdivision regulations, then it cannot be denied approval for vague or unspecified reasons. T Investments,...
by Rhett Loveman | Dec 16, 2024 | Insights
In early June, the Alabama legislature wrapped up its 2023 Regular Session which included the passage of several bills that affect the housing and development industry. Below is a summary of each bill, related to the housing industry, that has been signed into law by...
by Rhett Loveman | Dec 16, 2024 | Insights
When that perfect piece of property has a river (or a stream) running through it, the landowner must obtain an environmental permit before development can begin. Even standard development activities, such as the installation of storm pipe, waterlines, and roadway...
