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California Environmental Quality Act Litigation Strategies

Perkins Coie

Council Resolution Approving an Amendment to a Disposition and Development Agreement Was Subject to Referendum

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The court of appeal held that a City Council resolution approving a development agreement that included policy decisions regarding development of a public park was a legislative act subject to referendum. Move Eden Housing v....more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

2023 Year-in-Review CEQA Litigation

Despite repeated attempts at reform by the Legislature, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) continues to be a minefield for those assigned with the herculean task of complying with the law’s myriad of directives....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

Carlton Fields

Contemplating Cross-Appeals – When “Winners” Need to Appeal

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One preservation issue that seems to receive less attention than it should is the potential need for a cross-appeal. An appellee/respondent who is not entirely successful in the trial court may challenge an unfavorable...more

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