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More For The Missing-Middle: SB 1116 Expands Starter Home Revitalization Act (SB 684/1123)
California's Starter Home Revitalization Act receives significant enhancements through Senate Bill 1116, expanding site eligibility criteria, limiting local zoning restrictions, and invalidating certain private deed covenants to accelerate small-lot residential subdivisions. The legislation introduces streamlined 60-day ministerial approvals while establishing new rules for lot size averaging, height restrictions, and concurrent permit processing that fundamentally reshape the pathway for starter home devel
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Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis
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Multifamily Client Alert: Key Updates on D.C. Rent Freeze, TOPA/ROFR, and New D.C. and Maryland Legal Requirements and Programs
Legislative and regulatory developments are reshaping multifamily housing in the D.C. metro area, from rent freeze ballot initiatives and property tax assessment reforms to TOPA amendments and new energy efficiency programs. Stakeholders face evolving compliance requirements across D.C., Prince George's County, and Montgomery County that will impact rental housing operations and investment strategies.
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Ballard Spahr LLP
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Oregon Doubles Down On Middle Housing: What HB 2138 Means For Developers
Oregon's HB 2138 expands middle housing development requirements to new jurisdictions while removing regulatory barriers and setting implementation deadlines for local governments. The legislation creates density bonuses for accessible and affordable units, streamlines land division procedures, and voids certain private restrictions that limit middle housing development.
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Summit Law Group
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TDEC Adopts Amendments To Its Aquatic Resource Alteration Permit (ARAP) Regulations Providing Clarity And Reducing Regulatory Barriers To Development In Tennessee.
Tennessee's Board of Water Quality, Oil and Gas has adopted significant amendments to the state's Aquatic Resource Alteration Permit rules, fundamentally changing how isolated wetlands are regulated following the Supreme Court's Sackett decision. The new regulations establish a tiered system for wetland alterations based on ecological quality, with streamlined permitting processes and expanded exemptions for certain construction activities. These changes promise to reduce regulatory burden on developers whi
United States Environment
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Butler Snow LLP
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More For The Missing-Middle: SB 1116 Expands Starter Home Revitalization Act (SB 684/1123)
California's Starter Home Revitalization Act receives significant enhancements through Senate Bill 1116, expanding site eligibility criteria, limiting local zoning restrictions, and invalidating certain private deed covenants to accelerate small-lot residential subdivisions. The legislation introduces streamlined 60-day ministerial approvals while establishing new rules for lot size averaging, height restrictions, and concurrent permit processing that fundamentally reshape the pathway for starter home devel
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Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis
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City Of Boston Adopts Streamlined Permitting Process And New Zoning For Small Clean Energy Infrastructure
The City of Boston has adopted a new zoning amendment establishing a consolidated permitting pathway for small clean energy infrastructure projects, including battery energy storage systems. The amendment implements state mandates while providing clear dimensional standards and, in certain cases, by-right zoning for accessory battery installations. Renewable energy developers now have a defined 12-month decision timeline and streamlined approval process for qualifying projects.
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Foley Hoag LLP
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Post-Death Administration In Wisconsin: Navigating Options In An Aging Population
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.
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Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c.
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More For The Missing-Middle: SB 1116 Expands Starter Home Revitalization Act (SB 684/1123)
California's Starter Home Revitalization Act receives significant enhancements through Senate Bill 1116, expanding site eligibility criteria, limiting local zoning restrictions, and invalidating certain private deed covenants to accelerate small-lot residential subdivisions. The legislation introduces streamlined 60-day ministerial approvals while establishing new rules for lot size averaging, height restrictions, and concurrent permit processing that fundamentally reshape the pathway for starter home devel
United States Real Estate
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Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis
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Multifamily Client Alert: Key Updates on D.C. Rent Freeze, TOPA/ROFR, and New D.C. and Maryland Legal Requirements and Programs
Legislative and regulatory developments are reshaping multifamily housing in the D.C. metro area, from rent freeze ballot initiatives and property tax assessment reforms to TOPA amendments and new energy efficiency programs. Stakeholders face evolving compliance requirements across D.C., Prince George's County, and Montgomery County that will impact rental housing operations and investment strategies.
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Ballard Spahr LLP
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Like It Or Not, WUCOIA Is Coming…(Part 1 – Insurance)
Washington State's WUCIOA will fundamentally transform insurance requirements for condominium and homeowners' associations starting January 1, 2028. Community associations will face new mandates including walls-in coverage, commercial general liability insurance, and fidelity insurance, representing significant departures from current statutory schemes. Understanding these changes and updating governing documents now may be critical to avoiding confusion about rights and responsibilities under the new law.
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Beresford Booth
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