What Are the Most Common Real Estate Zoning Disputes We See?
We understand how frustrating, costly and time-consuming litigation and trial can be. Our client-centered approach helps both residential and commercial property owners move past their legal issues.
Our attorneys help property owners in Georgia with a wide variety of zoning concerns such as:
- Land development disputes, including breach of contract
- Title disputes
- Nonconforming uses, structures and lots
- Boundary line disputes
- Commercial and residential subdivisions
- Purchase and sales agreements
- Tax appeals for property values
We also litigate private land use disputes for:
- Adverse possession
- Easement claims and issues
- Breach of contract
- Land sales contracts
- Wetlands permitting disputes
How Real Estate Zoning Lawyers Help Landowners
Real estate zoning lawyers assist landowners with the intricacies of zoning laws and regulations. Their extensive knowledge and experience provides invaluable guidance through the often complex and nuanced zoning process. By working closely with landowners, zoning lawyers ensure that their clients' property rights are protected and that they remain in compliance with all applicable laws. Whether it's securing necessary permits, appealing zoning decisions, or resolving disputes, real estate zoning attorneys offer vital support that can save landowners both time and money.
Here are a few of the ways our attorneys can help:
- Legal Consultation and Advice: Providing detailed explanations of local, state, and federal zoning regulations. Advising on the permissible uses of the property and potential zoning issues.
- Navigating Permit Applications: Assisting landowners in filling out and submitting permit applications accurately. Ensuring that all required documentation is included to prevent delays or denials.
- Appealing Zoning Decisions: Representing landowners in appeals against zoning board rulings. Preparing and presenting arguments and evidence to support the appeal effectively.
- Resolving Disputes: Mediating between conflicting parties to reach a resolution on zoning and land use issues. Litigating in court when necessary to protect the landowner’s rights and interests.
- Drafting and Reviewing Agreements: Creating and reviewing purchase and sales agreements, land sales contracts, and other legal documents. Ensuring that all agreements comply with zoning regulations and protect the client’s interests.
- Boundary and Title Disputes: Investigating and resolving disputes regarding property lines and ownership titles. Working with surveyors and other experts to clarify and defend the landowner's position.
- Easement and Adverse Possession Claims: Handling claims related to easements and rights of way. Addressing adverse possession claims to secure the client's property rights.
- Property Value Tax Appeals: Assisting in appealing property value assessments to reduce tax liabilities. Gathering evidence and presenting cases before tax appeal boards.
By utilizing these methods, real estate zoning lawyers enable landowners to overcome the challenges posed by zoning laws and successfully manage their properties.
Strong Representation for Real Estate and Private Land Disputes
Our No. 1 goal is to resolve your legal dispute without litigation, but if necessary, we will not hesitate to go to trial to aggressively defend your rights. A solid case strategy and decades of real estate and land use trial experience will help us obtain the most favorable results given your situation.
For more information about our real estate zoning litigation services, schedule a consultation online or call our Alpharetta office at (770) 574-6688.
