The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (“EGLE”) issues many permits needed by landowners who want to build on, or change, their property.
Good afternoon. Thank you for inviting me to speak with you today. I have been asked to provide my remarks outlining the laws Congress passed
While land development projects begin with local planning or zoning boards, they can at times end up in circuit court. The Michigan Zoning Enabling Act,
In last week’s blog, we talked about the importance of calling a lawyer to make sure an easement is legally enforceable—or that it’s an easement
It is a recognized reality for property owners in Michigan that neighboring land development projects can negatively impact not only their own property rights but
We were recently asked by a person inquiring about zoning how many people can live in a personal residence located in a single-family zoning district.
Any building project is fraught with red tape. Cities and counties require site plan review, building permits, and site inspections among other things to ensure
Suppose your next-door neighbor has direct access to a park-like neighborhood commons area with a playground. The official neighborhood entrance to the commons is completely
One of the core issues that we litigate is quiet title actions in Michigan. A quiet title lawsuit is a legal action used to determine
On July 31, 2024, United States District Court Judge Consuelo B. Marshall issued an order prohibiting the City of Los Angeles from enforcing its textile
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