Author: Jim Peterson

Redevelopment Agencies are public entities created by a city or county to support and promote urban renewal, development, and infrastructure improvements within designated project areas. They are initiated to assist in the…

Land use control refers to the way in which usage of land is regulated and controlled by local government or public authorities. These authorities utilize it as a regulatory measure to ensure…

Real estate zoning laws and ordinances are local-level regulations that dictate the way land and properties are used within certain geographical areas. They generally separate residential, commercial, and industrial uses to ensure…

The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), enacted in 1970, is often considered one of the most significant pieces of environmental legislation in the United States. Serving as the cornerstone of American environmental…

Eminent domain, which essentially refers to the power of a state or a national government to take private property for public use, generates considerable debate concerning property rights. On one hand, it…

Innovation is shaping the future of real estate, prompting developers and real estate businesses to rethink traditional land use strategies. New land-use strategies consciously address the demands for sustainability, livability, political transparency,…

Future land use policy trends will almost certainly be guided by the increasing urgency of addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable development. Policies are expected to further incorporate strategies that reduce energy…