by Rhett Loveman | May 10, 2025 | Insights
Last month we talked about eminent domain, the government’s power to take private land for public use, but developers need to remember that the Fifth Amendment gives private property owners the power to protect their property....
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 | Apr 25, 2025 | Insights
Newly announced U.S. tariffs have raised questions about their ripple effects across industries. One sector that may feel the impact is residential land development, particularly in terms of construction costs. Materials Affected by Tariffs...
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...
