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Do's and Don'ts for Zoning Hearings
What is a public hearing and why is it necessary. Is it different from a public meeting? This CLE program will help you understand the importance of public hearings especially in the context of zoning and land use projects. The do's and don’ts of what to say, what not to say and how to make sure you successfully comply with procedure and technical aspects of a public hearing will be fully explained during this seminar by an experienced land use attorney. The presenter is a seasoned pra... More Info
$501General Credit -
Defying Limits: Breaking the Boundaries of Adverse Possession
Adverse possession is a phrase we all learned in law school, and then promptly forgot. But the concept has been with human society for millennia, and will likely last until the final day a person walks the earth. So long as the elements are met, adverse possession gives people the right to automatically be deemed owners of real estate that they may not have purchased – even without filing a suit for such relief. This CLE course will address the various secrets, critical elements, and... More Info
$1002General Credits -
The NYC Board of Standards and Appeals: How to File an Application
This CLE will detail the application process and the required legal findings to file an application at the NYC Board of Standards and Appeals seeking a zoning variance. The variance is designed to alleviate a zoning hardship that prevents the property from being developed with a viable use. NYC Zoning regulations were first established in 1961 and in some cases, certain tax lots were over regulated and in need of relief. The BSA was established as a safety value to provide such reli... More Info
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Basic Zoning for Large Cities: How to Determine Allowable Use, Size, and Height
Basic zoning regulations for large US cities will be reviewed. These regulations assign zoning designations to tax lots that determine: (i) permitted uses; (ii) maximum building size; (iii) maximum building height; and (iv) required open space such as front and back yards. Examples of tables, charts and maps that typically contain these regulations will be reviewed. Methods of modifying a tax lot's zoning regulations to change the use or size will also be reviewed. More Info
$1002General Credits -
Municipal Law: General Civil Overview
Many may be unaware, but municipal law has an impact on our daily lives. Municipal lawyers provide service to municipal clients, including cities, towns, boroughs, counties, and special districts. Municipal attorneys will often find themselves handling a full range of legal issues, from advising the governing authority, to defending suits brought against the municipality to drafting ordinances and contacting for purchases and development. This broad field can involve land acquisition,... More Info
$501General Credit -
NYC Building Compliance and Understanding NYC Local Law 97
NYC enacted Local Law (LL 97) in 2019 as a part of the Climate Mobilization Act. It is NYC’s goal to implement and achieve a carbon net zero environment by 2050. LL 97 sets forth carbon emissions limits for NYC buildings which are covered by the statute. Our panelists will discuss: The basics of LL 97; which buildings must comply with How to comply to get your building to meet carbon emissions limits What buildings are waived Penalties and fines assessed against non compliance And... More Info
$350.75General Credit -
Building a Case to Best Serve the Client: Mediation and Arbitration of Multi-Party Construction Law Claims
The CLE course will cover various topics related to the challenges presented in Multi-Party Construction Litigation cases. In mediation, we will discuss how best to prepare a client/carrier for mediation and strategies for use of documents. We will also examine how a well drafted mediation statement can prepare the mediator for the challenges that this particular matter presents. We will also discuss strategies in making offers of settlement, including some hybrid options for money an... More Info
$501General Credit -
Recent Developments in Building Code Updates… and Local Law 97 of 2019
Join construction attorney Carol Sigmond and former Chief Structural Engineer of the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) Dan Eschenasy as they provide an update on the recent updates to the Department of Building code – with an added discussion on Local Law 97 of 2019. This is one program no construction or real estate lawyer can afford to miss!! More Info
$501.25General Credits -
A Guide To Navigating The Maze Of New York City Zoning And Land Use
This CLE course will offer a comprehensive introduction to zoning and land use, specifically in New York City. The course will present discussions of parking regulations of the Zoning Resolution, including use and bulk as well as the transfer of “air rights”. Mandatory affordable housing and the continuation of non-conforming uses and discretionary approvals, including that of special permits, variances and re-zoning, will be discussed. More Info
$501General Credit -
Don’t Get Caught Without A Contractor’s License: The Downfalls and Damages of Working Without a License
This course covers the basic overview of construction contractor licensing laws in California and discusses the consequences of violating the licensing requirements. We will cover the purpose of the licensing laws and their application to those who perform construction services, as well as applicable exemptions. The penalties for a violation can be severe and do not allow for equitable remedies. We will review recent case law that clarifies the remedy available to a project owner wh... More Info
$501.25General Credits