Real Property Laws: State-specific real estate laws, property rights, zoning regulations, easement and right-of-way laws, and land use restrictions that govern the basic aspects of property ownership and development.
Environmental Regulations: Federal and state environmental protection laws including Clean Water Act, EPA regulations, state environmental protection laws, wetlands protection, and environmental impact assessment requirements.
Construction and Development Laws: Local building codes, state construction regulations, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, and OSHA requirements that govern the construction process.
Contract Laws: State-specific contract laws, Statute of Frauds, and Uniform Commercial Code provisions that govern the formation and enforcement of the agreement.
Planning and Zoning: Local zoning ordinances, development permits, building permits, and land subdivision regulations that control land use and development.
Tax Considerations: Property tax implications, capital gains tax, development impact fees, and transfer taxes that affect the financial aspects of the development.
Insurance Requirements: Builder's risk insurance, general liability insurance, professional liability insurance, and property insurance requirements for protecting all parties involved.
Labor Laws: Fair Labor Standards Act, state labor laws, and construction worker protection laws that govern employment aspects of the development project.
Title and Recording: Title registration requirements, deed recording requirements, property description requirements, and lien laws that ensure proper documentation and protection of property rights.
Financing: Truth in Lending Act, state lending laws, mortgage regulations, and security interest requirements that govern the financial structure of the development project.
