Land Use & Zoning Attorneys
At Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP, with offices in Newport and Wakefield, we assist property owners, developers, builders and businesses with all aspects of land use and zoning in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. Our lawyers have more than 25 years of experience handling land use and zoning cases. We are well-versed in navigating the various business and governmental layers involved in all types of development projects.
Understanding Your Goals
From residential properties to commercial buildings and large, mixed-use development projects, we have the background and skill to see projects through from inception to completion. Our attorneys begin every project by getting to know the client and his or her vision. By understanding the ultimate goal of the project, we create a legal strategy designed to move toward that goal in a manner that is efficient and cost-effective. We work hands-on with our clients to provide results.
Types Of Cases We Handle
Our lawyers handle all facets of land use, zoning and property development, including:
• Historic district zoning
• Subdivisions
• Planning
• Zoning applications
• Conservation easements
• Variance and conditional use applications
• Ocean and coastal law
• CRMC
• DEM
• Environmental issues
• Public works issues
• Permit applications
• Financing
Land Use & Zoning Law Practice Group
Peter B. Regan
Michael E. Monti
Nicholas A. Celico
Land Use & Zoning Law Insights
Condo Association Disputes: When Can You Fight Back Against the Board?
by Mark M. Thayer – Every condo owner eventually gets a notice from the board that doesn’t sit right. Maybe it’s a special assessment that seems to have appeared out of nowhere, or a fine for a rule violation nobody remembers agreeing to. The instinct is to assume the board can do whatever it wants because it’s the board. That instinct is wrong more often than owners realize.
How Waterfront Property Values Complicate Tax Assessments in Coastal Communities
by Adam H. Thayer – Special permits for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) aren’t handed out at the building department counter. Here’s what the process looks like in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, and how to avoid the mistakes that derail approvals.
Commercial Lease Disputes: What Happens When a Tenant Stops Paying Rent
by Adam H. Thayer – When a commercial tenant stops paying rent, the landlord has actions to take. Adam Thayer, Esq., explains how commercial evictions work in RI, MA, and CT.
Discuss Your Next Steps
Ready to talk to a lawyer? Call our office at 401-849-3040 to schedule your free initial consultation. You can also write to us online if you prefer.