This intermediate level program is designed for those who want to advance their land use knowledge to the next level. The following should attend: Attorneys, City and urban planners , Local zoning and land use officials, Developers, Engineers, Architects, Appraisers, Surveyors
With this one-day seminar, quickly advance your understanding and learn how to avoid legal entanglements to make sure every transaction is smooth and successful. (see
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Confidently The Handle Subdivision and Zoning Processes
Looking for the latest developments on land use law? Want to know how to use the laws and regulations to your fullest advantage? With this one-day seminar, quickly advance your understanding and learn how to avoid legal entanglements to make sure every transaction is smooth and successful. Don´t miss this opportunity to attain the information you need!
Expand your subdivision knowledge by knowing how city, county and township platting processes work.
Analyze a comprehensive plan to determine if all the key elements are included.
Recognize who has the power to zone and how those decisions affect you.
Ensure that critical environmental laws and procedures are adhered to.
ANALYZE THE LAND SUBDIVISION PROCESS
9:00 - 10:40, James B. Haddow
How City, County and Township Platting Processes Work
When Lot Splits and Industrial Lands Are Exempt
Avoid Prohibited Land Division
Rules Applying to Inspections, Dedications and Vacations
Private or Public Streets? Which Choice and When?
When Can Extraterritoriality Be Invoked
The Powers and Processes of Planning Commissions: City vs. County vs. Regional
When Subdivision Is Not Zoning and Vice Versa
What to Do When the Land Use Regulation Is in the “Gray Area” and Approval Is Denied
Design Subdivision Regulations the Old Fashioned Way
Get Up to Speed on the New Urbanism and Subdivision Regulations
Review New Case Histories Involving Local Subdivisions
UNDERSTAND THE DEVELOPMENT AND UTILIZATION OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
10:55 - 12:30, John B. Shumadine
Definition of a Comprehensive Plan
Key Components of a Comprehensive Plan
How Comprehensive Plans for City, County and Township Differ
What Is the Basis for Land Use Control? A Policy, Map, or No Plan At All?
The Importance of Consistency Within the Plan
Procedures for the Adoption and Amendment of the Plan
How the Plan Is Implemented
Tips for Working Within - and Outside - the Plan
TAKE A COMPREHENSIVE LOOK AT LAND USE LAW
1:30 - 3:00, John B. Shumadine
Who Has the Power to Zone? How Does It Affect You?
The Ins and Outs of Board of Zoning Appeals
Ubiquitous Manufactured Housing: Implications for Your Community
What Quasi-Judicial Decisions Usually Involve
Navigating the Appeal Process
What is Environmentally Driven Zoning Law?
Determine the Impact of Current Land Use Law
STAY ON TOP OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
3:15 - 4:30, Virginia E. Davis
Look At the Impact of Environmental Regulations on Land Use
How Endangered Species Fit into Land Use
Why Primary Permit Requirements Are Vital to Successful Development
Strategies for Controlling Wetlands Use and Abuse
Who Does Superfund Liability Extend To?
Reuse of Environmentally Impaired Property: Liability Issues and Impact Reduction
How Hazardous Substances Impact Land Development
Seminar Summary:
With this one-day seminar, quickly advance your understanding and learn how to avoid legal entanglements to make sure every transaction is smooth and successful. (see
full course description)