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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Tax-Exempt Bond Financing for Middle-Income Housing

As housing costs have risen in the first part of the 21st century, American households have struggled to compete for high-quality housing near areas of employment in major cities, suburbs, exurbs and rural areas (especially...more

Bowditch & Dewey

Court Found Abutters Appeal of Affordable Housing Project Meritless – Required to Post $35,000 Bond

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In 2020, the legislature amended the Zoning Act, G.L. c. 40A, et seq., to include language which would require a plaintiff appealing a decision to approve a special permit, variance or site plan to post a surety or cash bond...more

Holland & Knight LLP

California Court of Appeal Affirms Powerful Litigation Tool for Defending Housing

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One of the key problems contributing to California's housing crisis is that it is relatively easy for housing opponents to file litigation challenging housing approvals, and even a completely meritless lawsuit can cause years...more

Downey Brand LLP

Petitioner Required To Post Bond For Costs Incurred As A Result Of Delay In Carrying Out Affordable Housing Project In Livermore

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In Save Livermore Downtown v. City of Livermore (Dec. 28, 2022, Case No. A164987) __ Cal.App.1st __, the First District Court of Appeal held that the City of Livermore (City) did not violate planning and zoning laws when it...more

Coblentz Patch Duffy & Bass

Two Affordable Housing Measures Proposed for November Ballot

Two affordable housing measures are currently proposed for the November 5, 2019 ballot: (i) City Charter and Code amendments to encourage certain 100% affordable and teacher housing projects by providing for a streamlined...more

Hogan Lovells

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Zambia sets sights on yet more solar as another 34 MW is connected to grid - The 34 MW Ngonye solar photovoltaic plant, in Zambia, has been connected to the country’s grid and has started operations....more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Real Estate Aspects of Tax Reform

On December 22, 2017, President Trump signed into law the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), the most extensive overhaul of the United States tax regime in over thirty years. The new tax laws will have a significant impact upon...more

Womble Bond Dickinson

Developer-Buyer Beware: Calling Assumed Improvement Bonds In North Carolina Can Be Complex

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In 2007, Developer Clarion-Reames, LLC (“Clarion”) sought to construct a residential housing development in Charlotte, North Carolina. Clarion received final approval from the City to record plats for Phase I section of the...more

Farella Braun + Martel LLP

California Legislature Responds to the State’s Housing Crisis With Increased Funding, Streamlining, and Enforcement

On the final day of the legislative session, California’s legislature approved 15 separate housing bills, taking a big step toward addressing California’s ongoing housing crisis. The collection of bills comes after months of...more

Carlton Fields

Proposed Rule Changes to Florida’s Affordable Housing Allocation and Funding Process

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The Florida Housing Finance Corporation (“Florida Housing”) has proposed changes to its rules governing the affordable housing allocation and funding process. The changes are to Rule Chapters 67-21, 67-48, and 67-60, F.A.C....more

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Under the Dome: Inside the Maine State House

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Under the Dome: Inside the Maine State House provides a high-level overview of recent activity at the Maine State House. Maine State Legislature Considers Supplemental Budget - The Maine State Legislature held late...more

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