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Understanding Infrastructure Development Districts in Tennessee

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Infrastructure Development Districts (IDDs) are a pivotal tool for managing growth and development in Tennessee. As Tennessee’s population grows, the need for efficient infrastructure becomes paramount. ...more

Bricker Graydon LLP

New Community Authorities (NCAs) - An Economic Development Tool Most Ohio Communities Aren’t Using

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Local governments across Ohio are engaged in a competitive race to spur economic development, attract developers, and secure long-term prosperity.  And while most local governments are familiar with traditional economic...more

Snell & Wilmer

Eminent Domain Update: Fourth Circuit Upholds Landowner’s Right To Testify on Property Value and Splits With First Circuit on...

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The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit recently announced two important rules in two eminent domain opinions. Both cases involved pipeline access easements that the condemnor properly took under the Natural Gas Act....more

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Guide to the LA Fire Debris Removal Process

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The debris removal process for the LA fires is currently underway. The process is split into two phases, each managed by a different government agency. Phase One is managed by the United States Environmental Protection Agency...more

Ackerman & Ackerman, P.C.

Acquisition Agents and the Good Faith Offer Requirement for Condemnation Projects

Condemning agencies contemplating the use of eminent domain at times hire third-party acquisition agents to purchase properties ahead of an incoming infrastructure project without the provision of written good faith offers....more

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Arizona Supreme Court Expands Landowners’ Rights to Recover Severance Damages in Eminent Domain Cases

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In State of Arizona v. Foothills Reserve Master Owners Association, Inc., the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that severance damages are available to landowners when their appurtenant easements are condemned, even if their...more

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Client Alert: D.C. Electric Vehicle Charging Station Law (“Right to Charge”)

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On or about March 6, 2025, DC Act 25-625, “Comprehensive Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Access, Readiness, and Sustainability Amendment Act of 2024” will go into effect after the Congressional Review Period ends. The law...more

Houston Harbaugh, P.C.

Pennsylvania Court Concludes that Certain Sunoco Entities Did Not Have Eminent Domain Authority in Washington County for Mariner...

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In a February 7, 2025 decision in Simon v. Sunoco Pipeline LP, No. 2015-3302 (Wash. Cty. February 7, 2025), the Court of Common Pleas of Washington County, Pennsylvania concluded that Sunoco Pipeline LP and Sunoco Logistics...more

McGuireWoods LLP

Texas’ Adoption of ALTA Endorsements Gives Energy Projects Greater Title Coverage

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When it comes to title insurance, Texas is an anomalous state. Most states are “ALTA states” and use title insurance forms that the American Land Title Association — a trade association representing the title insurance...more

Hogan Lovells

Let it be plain sailing: oversailing with cranes and/or scaffolding during construction in the UK

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When buildings emerge from the ground, or when one gazes across an urban skyline, cranes and scaffolding are not an uncommon or unexpected sight; but, while commonplace, due care and attention should be given to their...more

Ackerman & Ackerman, P.C.

Key Takeaways from ITC Easement Offers in Mid-Michigan Transmission Line Project

The International Transmission Line (“ITC”) and its subsidiary, the Michigan Electric Transmission Company, LLC (“METC”), are currently seeking easements to install new transmission lines as part of their Long-Range...more

Gray Reed

Disrupted Operations – Owners Beware!

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Industrial construction is poised for continued growth in 2025, especially with incoming presidential administration and its anticipated emphasis on domestic economic production. Nowhere will this growth be seen more than in...more

McDermott Will & Emery

Four Factors to Consider After the Building Electromobility Infrastructure Act (GEIG) Comes into Effect

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As of January 1, 2025, the Building Electromobility Infrastructure Act (GEIG) has come into effect, bringing significant changes for property owners. Dr. Ulrich Flege summarizes the key points of the law below: Obligation...more

Cozen O'Connor

PA PUC Votes 3-2 to Regulate Landlords as Gas Pipeline Operators

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In a January 8, 2025, vote along party lines, the three Democratic Commissioners of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PA PUC or Commission), led by Chairman Stephen DeFrank, reversed nearly a decade of PA PUC...more

Troutman Pepper Locke

IRS Issues Final Regulations on Energy Property and Rules Applicable to Energy Credit Under Section 48

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On December 4, the Treasury Department (Treasury) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released final regulations providing further guidance in determining whether property is energy property and eligible for the Investment...more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

Another Step in Cleveland’s Lakefront Revitalization

Cleveland City Council recently commenced the process to create a new nonprofit development agency, known as a New Community Authority (NCA), to administer land and community facility acquisition and development, as well as...more

Winstead PC

Come & Take It: The Eminent Domain Podcast (Episode #13), Featuring Winstead Shareholder Tom Forestier

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Tune in to the latest episode of "Come and Take It: The Eminent Domain Podcast." Host Bobby Debelak sits down with Winstead Shareholder Thomas J. Forestier, a leading infrastructure and eminent domain attorney with 37+ years...more

Nossaman LLP

Water Agencies Beware Before Proceeding with Forced Municipalization

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Despite California’s record high levels of precipitation in 2023, water scarcity remains a pressing issue. Governments have turned to using the power of eminent domain to acquire investor-owned utilities in an effort to...more

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Leaving the Nest: Healthy Community Association Transition

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In North Carolina, private developers establish community associations by planning, building infrastructure, developing lots, and organizing property owners or associations. Initially, developers have substantial control over...more

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Real Estate & Construction News Roundup (4/17/24) – Travel & Tourism Reach All-Time High, President Biden Emphasizes Housing in...

In our latest roundup, Airbnb advocates for new short-term rental rules, the U.S. Supreme Court rules on hefty development fees, loan losses becomes greater issue for banks, and more!...more

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Charging Ahead: A Primer on EV Charging for the Hospitality Industry

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Location, price, brand, and customer reviews are typically the key considerations when someone is choosing a hotel. However, recent data from Hilton reveals one amenity increasingly holds sway for consumers — electric...more

K&L Gates LLP

New Illinois Laws for 2024 Affecting Real Estate

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Illinois has passed a number of laws effective 1 January 2024 that impact commercial real estate and development. These new laws range from new requirements for residential landlords, first of its kind electric vehicle...more

BCLP

Recent Changes to the Special Administration Regime for Water Companies

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The UK government recently introduced legislation implementing changes to the special administration regime for regulated water companies (“WISAR”). The changes are designed to modernise the WISAR and to better align it with...more

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Lead Service Lines/Drinking Water: Internal Revenue Service Determination Addressing Exemption of Replacement Cost

The United States Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) addressed the federal income tax treatment of certain lead service line replacement programs for residential property owners. See announcement 2024-10....more

Sullivan & Worcester

Enabling REITs to Deploy Renewable Energy: Toward a Workable Legal Standard

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When Treasury promulgated Treasury Decision 9784, I.R.B 2016-39 nearly a decade ago, the net metering renewable energy safe harbor (Section XI “Renewable Energy”, Subsection A) was welcome guidance that was fit for the time...more

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