Municipal & Public Agency Law

As a commercial developer, rezoning approval can impact your project timeline and investment. Certain issues cause the majority of denials across Arizona municipalities. Knowing these common problems early can help you make decisions when adjusting your development...

When a proposed development affects nearby property, neighbors often want a say. Arizona law gives you defined participation rights in land use hearings, but those rights follow strict procedures. Understanding how those rules work helps you take part effectively and...

Disagreements over how land can be used are common in Arizona, especially when businesses and local governments have different goals. These conflicts can delay projects, increase costs, and cause long-term frustration for property owners. Understanding the most...

Arizona created the Growing Smarter and Growing Smarter Plus Acts to shape how communities grow. These laws impact where and how development happens. If you are interested in building or investing in land, you need to understand how this plan affects your options....

Arizona sticks closely to state rules when it comes to impact fees. Some cities made changes recently, while others took more dramatic moves. This update looks at what’s new—and what’s changing in a few places, highlighting how different communities approach growth...

Developing commercial property in Arizona means dealing with many legal issues to stay compliant and protect your investment. Knowing these issues can help you avoid legal difficulties and simplify property development.  Zoning laws and land use Zoning laws control...

Phoenix's skyline is constantly evolving, with new commercial developments reshaping the urban landscape. But behind every gleaming new structure lies a complex web of zoning regulations and land use restrictions. As a developer, you know that transforming your vision...

A development project can be exciting for both developers and private landowners. This undertaking can involve extensive steps to help keep the project on track and compliant with regulatory laws. Planning can be vital even before kicking off any work onsite,...

Most Phoenix businesses that are interested in constructing a building to house their operations realize that the City has adopted a zoning ordinance that controls the uses on specific parcels of land. The City’s Planning and Zoning Division provides many different...