Illinois Professional Responsibility CLE Courses

Zoning and Land Use Law 101

Professionals who deal with land use issues must understand and navigate a variety of regulations pertaining to zoning, nonconforming uses, and environmental laws. Federal, state and local laws all come into play in this area, and you must be prepared to deal with the red tape of bureaucracy in order to help clients achieve their desired outcome. Are you ready to represent clients? Join us and build an essential understanding of this complex area of law. Register today! Explore land use controls at the federal, state, local, and private levels. Check government overreach by understanding constitutional protections. Anticipate the impact and liability associated with environmentally-distressed properties. Identify nonconforming uses and other concerns during due diligence. Review steps you need to take to secure variances, conditional use permits, and other entitlements. Build confidence in presenting your client's case during public hearings and appeals.