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Zoning and Permitting
Analysis and Advocacy
Schofield Donnelly handles all aspects of zoning and permitting including variances, special permits, and other necessary approvals.
Our attorneys have the knowledge and experience to help our clients successfully develop both residential and commercial properties.
We understand that developing a real estate project from conception through completion requires knowledge of the law, as well as strategic thinking and the ability to communicate and coordinate with public officials, neighbors, and community leaders.
Legal Analysis
Strategic Communications
Community Outreach
Zoning Appeals
Legal Analysis
Real estate developments often involve complex legal and regulatory considerations at the municipal and state level. We help our clients to understand the legal landscape and to develop proposals that maximize use and minimize delays and costs. Our understanding of zoning law and local codes and ordinances helps position our clients for success in the permitting process and in any subsequent litigation.
Strategic Communications
- We understand the need to effectively communicate with key stakeholders throughout the permitting process. We help our clients to develop successful projects by engaging local officials and community leaders early in the process and by incorporating their input into the proposal. We also seek constant feedback from stakeholders so that our clients can be aware of and quickly and properly respond to any emerging issues. Our local knowledge helps our clients to develop better projects, build long-term allies, and contribute to the social and economic well-being of the community.
Community Outreach
- Projects that are built with the input and support of the community are more likely to be successful. We work closely with abutters, neighbors, and others in the community to build consensus and help our clients to develop and tailor their proposals for approval. By facilitating the relationship between the developer and the community we help our clients to anticipate issues and avoid legal challenges.
Zoning Appeals
- We have extensive experience representing plaintiffs and defendants in appeals from decisions of local planning boards and zoning boards of appeal. We understand the complex procedural and legal issues involved in such appeals and use that knowledge to aggressively advocate for our clients. We frequently obtain quick results by challenging the standing of the opposing party by way of a Motion to Dismiss or Motion for Summary Judgment.