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Simplifying the Mechanic's Lien Agent Process: N.C.'s New Online Clearinghouse

by Bryan G. Scott | Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC on 3/29/2013

As I have discussed in the past, North Carolina’s General Assembly recently introduced the concept of Mechanic’s Lien Agent (MLA) into our state’s lien laws to address so-called “hidden liens” that have long been a thorn in...more

Breathing New Life into Brownfields – The BUILD Act of 2013

by Kristen Sherman | Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C. on 3/13/2013

On March 7, 2013, Senators Lautenberg, Inhofe, Crapo and Udall introduced the Brownfields Utilization, Investment, and Local Development Act of 2013, which would amend the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation...more

Editorial: Work For Smart Development

by Howard Nelson | Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod LLP on 2/4/2013

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is a relatively new state agency designed to ensure the continued growth and development of the region without hurting the preservation of our state's precious natural resources....more

South Florida Commercial Real Estate: How Will Miami Commercial Property Fare in 2013?

by Rosa Eckstein Schechter on 1/11/2013

Entering into the New Year, Florida real estate analysts and professionals involved in land development and real estate investment are looking at the South Florida commercial real estate market and wondering how it will fare...more

School Concurrency Impacts Residential Development in Miami-Dade County

by Akerman Senterfitt on 10/26/2012

With increased international investment, Miami-Dade County has seen a rebound in the real estate market, particularly with regard to residential projects in high-density areas in Miami's urban core and bayfront and beachfront...more

Developing Affordable Housing on Brownfields – A Natural Connection by Jason Lichtstein

by Akerman Senterfitt on 7/31/2012

Originally published in The Florida Housing Coalition - Volume 28, No. 2. Affordable housing developers naturally understand the value of urban infill sites to their projects, given their central location and proximity...more

AB 1903 Would Prohibit Districts from Levying Level III Developer Fees

by Kronick, Moskovitz, Tiedemann & Girard on 6/15/2012

AB 1903 (Buchanan and Hagman), as proposed, would suspend the ability of school districts to levy Level III developer fees. The bill is scheduled to be heard on Wednesday, June 20 in the Senate Education...more

Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Heats Up

by Davis Brown Law Firm on 4/9/2012

Tax Increment Finance continues to be a hot topic at the capitol. The House has its bill, HF2460, on the calendar for debate in the House. Many groups interested in economic development are following this legislation and are...more

HB503 and SB1986: More New 2012 Florida Legislation That Impacts Florida Real Estate Developers and Investors

by Rosa Eckstein Schechter on 3/23/2012

The Florida Legislature was very busy this month, getting legislation passed and over to Governor Rick Scott's desk before the end of the 2012 Legislative Session this month. Lots of people are still combing through all the...more

Treasury Clarifies 5 Percent Safe Harbor Ownership Guidelines for Section 1603 Grants for Renewable Energy Projects

by McDermott Will & Emery on 12/14/2011

The Treasury Department has issued guidance in the form of two new “Frequently Asked Questions” addressing when transferees or purchasers of renewable energy property will qualify for the 5 percent safe harbor for beginning...more

Treasury Department Issues Further Guidance on Section 1603 Grant Program

by Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati on 12/14/2011

Yesterday, the Department of Treasury released guidance in the form of frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the cash-grant program enacted in Section 1603 of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, P.L. 111-5. The...more

Stormwater, What? Lenders Must Obtain Permits For Construction Properties in Foreclosure

by Miller & Martin PLLC on 8/17/2011

Last week, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (“TDEC”) issued its new Construction General Stormwater Permit, which will impact a sector that is generally not subject to environmental regulations. Under...more

Florida Land Investment Benefits as Osceola County Waives Impact Fees for Real Estate Developers

by Rosa Eckstein Schechter on 7/13/2011

Osceola County, Florida, is an urban community which many may recognize as being in the Orlando/Kissimmee area. In 2006, it was the 17th fastest growing county in the United States according to the U.S. Census Bureau....more

Florida Land Development On the Rise? Real Estate News Suggests a Brighter Future for Florida Investment in 2011

by Rosa Eckstein Schechter on 7/11/2011

Times are tough in Florida and many things are being done in both the public and private sectors to fight and win against the "Great Recession." This week, news has started trickling in that suggests some light at the end of...more

Foreign Investors Announce Big New Miami Land Development: Genting Malaysia Spend $236 Million for 14 Acres in Downtown Miami

by Rosa Eckstein Schechter on 6/1/2011

The dust has not settled on the reform of Florida's Growth Management laws and already things are looking up for Florida land development. Bayfront 2011, a subsidiary of Genting Malaysia Berhad, has just announced that it has...more

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Zoning, Planning & Land Use › Finance & Banking › Construction Law

Simplifying the Mechanic's Lien Agent Process: N.C.'s New Online Clearinghouse

Breathing New Life into Brownfields – The BUILD Act of 2013

Editorial: Work For Smart Development

South Florida Commercial Real Estate: How Will Miami Commercial Property Fare in 2013?

School Concurrency Impacts Residential Development in Miami-Dade County

Developing Affordable Housing on Brownfields – A Natural Connection by Jason Lichtstein

AB 1903 Would Prohibit Districts from Levying Level III Developer Fees

Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Heats Up

HB503 and SB1986: More New 2012 Florida Legislation That Impacts Florida Real Estate Developers and Investors

Treasury Clarifies 5 Percent Safe Harbor Ownership Guidelines for Section 1603 Grants for Renewable Energy Projects

Treasury Department Issues Further Guidance on Section 1603 Grant Program

Stormwater, What? Lenders Must Obtain Permits For Construction Properties in Foreclosure

Florida Land Investment Benefits as Osceola County Waives Impact Fees for Real Estate Developers

Florida Land Development On the Rise? Real Estate News Suggests a Brighter Future for Florida Investment in 2011

Foreign Investors Announce Big New Miami Land Development: Genting Malaysia Spend $236 Million for 14 Acres in Downtown Miami

Your Subdivision May Be a 'Public Work' Subject to Prevailing Wage Laws

Developer Must Pay Prevailing Wages For Privately Financed Public Improvements

Massachusetts and Rhode Island Enact New Permit Extension Laws By Jennifer R. Cervenka, Esq. and Jay R. Peabody, Esq.

Massachusetts Legislature Passes Permit Extension Act As Part of Economic Development Legislation

Mitigation Fee Act May Not Require Specific Identification Of New Facilities

4th Annual Green Building Survey

Is Land Use in California Dead?

Green Building Update - November 23, 2009

Green Building Update - October 21, 2009

Green Building Update - October 6, 2009

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