Real Estate Law and Construction Law

The Eminent Domain Report provides comprehensive coverage and analysis of eminent domain law, condemnation proceedings, and property rights issues. This resource offers insights into legal developments, case law, and regulatory changes affecting property owners, government entities, and legal practitioners in the field of eminent domain.

AB 1156 (Wicks), the “Farm to Solar” bill, was approved by the Legislature last week and is expected to be signed into law by Governor Newsom. The bill makes it easier for farmers to turn water-constrained farmland into solar energy projects by providing relief from Williamson Act contract requirements, both regular 10-year contracts and 20-year Farmland Security Zone contracts.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has proposed rescinding the 2001 Roadless Rule. The proposal does not apply in Idaho or Colorado, which remain governed by separate roadless rules. Comments on the proposed rule, draft environmental impact statement, and cost-benefit analysis are due September 21, 2026.

In an ambitious and controversial move to address New York City’s housing affordability crisis and generate new revenue streams, New York City introduced a pied-à-terre tax for high-value non-primary residential...

Illinois landlords will face new rules governing rental fees, disclosures, and application charges beginning January 1, 2027. House Bill 3564 adds “Rental fee transparency and limitations” to the Illinois Landlord and Tenant Act (765 ILCS 705/35).

Investing in New Jersey rental property requires careful examination of financial projections, legal compliance, tenant relationships, and regulatory obligations. Understanding zoning requirements, lead-based paint inspections, flood risk disclosures, and landlord-tenant protections can help investors avoid costly problems that often emerge after closing.

A revocable living trust (sometimes called a revocable inter vivos trust) is a legal arrangement you create during your lifetime to hold legal title to your assets.

Jennifer D'Amato explores the critical techniques and strategies available under Wisconsin law for post-death estate administration, examining how legal professionals can help families minimize costs, delays, and conflicts during the probate process. The article provides practical guidance on navigating the various administration options available in Wisconsin's aging population landscape.

Leaving real estate to heirs through a will or a revocable trust has long been standard practice in estate planning. Many clients expect to pass along the home they have lived in for years...

New York City faces a critical housing shortage, and developers are increasingly turning to contaminated brownfield sites as opportunities for affordable housing development. This episode explores the complex intersection of environmental remediation, financial incentives, and policy reforms that make building on these challenging properties possible.

Conservation easements are a common tool for protecting agricultural land, open space, wildlife habitat, and other natural resources throughout California. While frequently associated with conservation efforts, conservation easements are fundamentally a property-rights mechanism that allows landowners to limit future development while retaining ownership of their land.

Utility-scale battery energy storage systems are transforming the electric grid across New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, creating opportunities for developers and property owners while introducing complex legal challenges. From zoning and interconnection to fire safety and financing, these projects require careful navigation of overlapping federal, state, and local requirements that vary significantly by jurisdiction.