Land Use & Entitlements
Navigating California's intricate land use regulations requires a strategic and informed approach. At Hamzoian Law, we assist property owners, developers, and investors in securing approvals from municipalities to transform their visions into reality. Our deep understanding of state and local planning frameworks ensures that your projects progress smoothly from conception to completion.
Comprehensive Land Use Services
We offer a full spectrum of legal services to support your land development endeavors.
Zoning and Code Compliance: Ensuring projects meet current zoning requirements and building codes, or obtaining necessary modifications.
Entitlement Strategy: Crafting and executing strategies to obtain zoning determinations, conditional use permits, variances, and other essential entitlements for your project.
Affordable Housing and Density Bonuses: Advising on strategies to incorporate affordable housing components and leverage density bonus provisions.
Subdivision Map Act Compliance: Assisting with parcel and tract map approvals to ensure adherence to state and local subdivision regulations.
Development Agreements & Negotiations: Negotiating and drafting development agreements that outline the responsibilities and expectations between developers and governmental entities.
General & Specific Plan Amendments: Assisting clients in modifying existing land use plans to accommodate new developments.
CEQA & Environmental Review: Managing the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process, including Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) and Mitigated Negative Declarations (MNDs), to address environmental considerations effectively.
Public Hearings & Community Engagement: Facilitating outreach efforts to garner support of the community and representing clients in the public forum.
Protect Your Development Interests
At Hamzoian Law, we leverage our knowledge and relationships to navigate the unique challenges of each jurisdiction, while safeguarding your development interests throughout the land use process. Our proactive approach aims to identify potential obstacles early and develop strategies to overcome them, keeping your project on track and within budget.
