by Rhett Loveman | Apr 25, 2025 | Insights
Moratoriums on new subdivisions have become increasingly common in municipalities across Alabama. They are typically justified to stay ahead of growth, control taxes, and manage city services. While the intentions may sound reasonable, it’s...
by Rhett Loveman | Mar 24, 2025 | Insights
While this blog typically focuses on private land acquisition, the government also has power to acquire land through a condemnation process. Eminent domain power has been used since the nation’s founding to acquire property for public...
by Rhett Loveman | Mar 19, 2025 | Insights
By 2060, the U.S. population is expected to increase by 27.2 million new households which will require a staggering 32.1 million new homes in the coming decades. Are We Building Enough Homes? Over the past decade, housing starts have averaged...
by Rhett Loveman | Feb 18, 2025 | Insights
As 2025 begins, key zoning reform legislation at both federal and state levels will focus on promoting higher densities and affordable housing. Federally, the Yes In My Backyard Act is expected to be reintroduced. It requires certain...
by Rhett Loveman | Jan 15, 2025 | Insights
Conducting a thorough title search and accurate survey is a crucial element of purchasing raw land for subdivision development. These steps can prevent costly mistakes and legal battles that could derail your project. A comprehensive title...
by Rhett Loveman | Jan 15, 2025 | Insights
The housing market is buzzing with optimism as we look ahead to 2025. Experts predict a year of growth and opportunity, driven by improving economic trends, easing regulatory hurdles, and innovative building strategies. Here’s a snapshot of what’s shaping up...
by Rhett Loveman | Dec 17, 2024 | Insights
Onsite sewer systems have transformed land development by providing innovative wastewater treatment solutions that offer numerous advantages for both property owners and developers. The Challenge and Opportunity Extending municipal sewer lines is often...
by Rhett Loveman | Dec 16, 2024 | Insights
Unlike general taxes that are paid by all residents for government services, impact fees are paid solely by developers as part of the development approval process. They’re used as a way for municipalities to offset the additional costs incurred by the development....
by Rhett Loveman | Dec 16, 2024 | Insights
Our previous article gave an overview of the entitlement process. Now we’ll explore entitlement holders and what constitutes a fully entitled site. Local Entitlement Holders Entitlements start at the municipal level with the crucial step of zoning. It’s the...
by Rhett Loveman | Dec 16, 2024 | Insights
Lot shortages have emerged as a significant challenge in the US housing market. It effects construction activity, affordability, and market dynamics. Seventy-five percent of builders plan to start more homes in 2024 than in 2023, so...
