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Maine Land Use and Zoning From Start to Finish

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AICP Approved 6 Total
Maine CLE Approved 6 Total
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6 hours
Joseph Baldacci
William Milliken
Ryan Lizanecz
Brian Rayback
With Joseph M. Baldacci from The Law Offices of Baldacci, Sullivan & Baldacci + 3 others

Wed, Dec 16, 00:00 AM – 00:00 PM

Product ID 102484

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Overview

A Practical Guide to Land Use and Zoning Approvals and Issues

Zoning and land use cases are diverse and numerous, and often completely unique to specific circumstances. This comprehensive online seminar will give you working knowledge of the regulatory framework and practical tips for approval processes. Speed up the progress and reach successful resolution to any issue that arises. Don't miss this chance to take your land use and zoning knowledge to the next level - register today!

  • Hear how the latest local zoning and land use decisions are re-shaping the practice and learn what you need to do to adapt.
  • Confidently determine which authority is the decision-maker on each unique matter.
  • Explore constitutional limitations on government zoning actions.
  • Walk through the approval processes and get practical tips from experienced practitioners on ensuring compliance and speeding up the process.
  • Master the essential steps of obtaining and retaining conditional use permits.
  • Follow the zoning appeals process step-by-step and get specific advice for top zoning issues.
  • Guard your professional reputation with a legal ethics guide tailored to your practice.
  • Learn how short-term rentals are challenging long-standing zoning regulations and practices.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Land Use and Zoning Fundamentals, Case Law, and Legal Update
  2. Navigating the Land Use Approval Process
  3. Challenging/Defending the Constitutionality of Zoning and Land Use Actions
  4. Variances and Conditional Use Permits: Proving/Disproving Unique Conditions
  5. Appealing Zoning Decisions: Local, Regional, and State Considerations
  6. Short-Term Rentals: Navigating Uncharted Waters of Airbnb and Vrbo Zoning and Land Use Issues
  7. Ethics in Zoning and Land Use Law

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AICP Approved 6 Total
Maine CLE Approved 6 Total
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  1. Land Use and Zoning Fundamentals, Case Law, and Legal Update

    1. Land Use vs. Zoning
    2. How the Approval Process Works: A Brief Overview
    3. The Scope of Zoning Board Authority
    4. Vested Rights, Estoppel, and Moratoria
    5. Regulatory Framework: State Building Code, Comprehensive Plans, Local Ordinances, and More
    6. Current Case Law and Legislative Updates

  2. Navigating the Land Use Approval Process

    1. Determining Where the Decision Authority Lies
    2. Aligning with Comprehensive Plans, Subdivision Regulations, etc.
    3. The Application: Complete Checklist of Information to Include
    4. The Permitting Process Walkthrough
    5. Following the Environmental Review Process
    6. Open Meeting Laws and Practical Tips

  3. Challenging/Defending the Constitutionality of Zoning and Land Use Actions

    1. Takings Without Just Compensation
    2. Due Process Challenges
    3. Equal Protection Challenges
    4. Property Rights and Limitations on Police Power

  4. Variances and Conditional Use Permits: Proving/Disproving Unique Conditions

    1. Complying with Requirements: Use vs. Area Variances
    2. Unique Circumstances or Conditions: Providing Supporting Evidence
    3. Disproving Detriments to Neighbors, the Public, etc.
    4. Navigating Conditional Use Review Process
    5. Proving/Disproving Conditions are Unreasonable
    6. Preventing and Addressing Conditional Use Violations

  5. Appealing Zoning Decisions: Local, Regional, and State Considerations

    1. The Appeals Process Step-by-Step
    2. Obtaining Judicial Review of a Local Decision
    3. Using Litigation to Resolve a Zoning Case
    4. Specific Tips for Resolving Top Zoning Issues

  6. Short-Term Rentals: Navigating Uncharted Waters of Airbnb and Vrbo Zoning and Land Use Issues

    1. When are Short-Term Rentals Commercial Properties?
    2. Short-Term Rental Ordinances: What Works, What Doesn't, and What Leads to Lawsuits
    3. Enforcing Short-Term Rental Laws and Violations: Top Issues and Challenges
    4. Challenging Local Short-Term Rental Laws: Key Lessons From the Front Lines
    5. Apartments and Short-Term Rentals: Critical Landlord and Tenant Concerns
    6. The Short-Term Rental Industry: Current Issues and Legal Updates

  7. Ethics in Zoning and Land Use Law

    1. Ethical Issues Unique to the Planning and Zoning Arena
    2. Adhering to the Rules of Professional Conduct and Avoiding Legal Malpractice
    3. Identifying and Preventing Conflicts of Interest
    4. Ex Parte Contacts with Decision Makers

Who Should Attend

This basic-to-intermediate level online seminar is designed for:

  • Attorneys
  • Local Zoning and Land Use Professionals
  • Developers and Contractors
  • City Planners
  • Civil Engineers
  • Architects
  • Real Estate Brokers/Agents
  • Paralegals

Speakers

Joseph M Baldacci
Joseph M.
Baldacci
The Law Offices of Baldacci, Sullivan & Baldacci
William J Milliken
William J.
Milliken
Bold Coast Properties, LLC
Ryan Lizanecz
Ryan
Lizanecz
Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson, P. A .
Brian M Rayback
Brian M.
Rayback
Dentons
Speaker bio
Joseph M Baldacci

Joseph M. Baldacci

The Law Offices of Baldacci, Sullivan & Baldacci
Joseph Baldacci

is the managing attorney of The Law Offices of Baldacci, Sullivan & Baldacci. Much of his current practice is centered around family law, divorce, parental rights, custody and related issues; he also represents clients before state, local and federal agencies and boards. Mr. Baldacci earned his B.A. degree, with distinction, from the University of Maine and his J.D. degree from the University of Maine School of Law, Portland. While at Maine Law, he co-founded the Maine Association for Public Interest Law (MAPIL), which still is going strong and raising money for scholarships awarded to law students who work in the public interest legal field. A member of both the Maine State Bar Association and the American Bar Association, Mr. Baldacci has won awards for his pro bono (donated) service to clients, as well as for his service to families and grandparents. He is admitted to practice law in Maine and before the U.S. District Court, 1st Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Penobscot Tribal Bar.

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William J Milliken

William J. Milliken

Bold Coast Properties, LLC
William Milliken

is a broker and the owner of Bold Coast Properties, LLC in Maine. He is actively involved in local politics and serves the community in a number of positions. Mr. Milliken's real estate career began in 1988, closely working with his grandfather who started the firm in 1965. He is totally focused on his clients making a fully informed decision and provides a local perspective new comers to the region should know. Mr. Milliken also advocates for commercial fisherman and public access to the shore. He is an expert in local zoning and can help you navigate complexities which emerge when buying or selling.

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Ryan Lizanecz

Ryan Lizanecz

Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson, P. A .
Ryan Lizanecz

is an attorney at Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson, P.A . He is a municipal and land use attorney who works at the intersection of local government, zoning, and real estate. Mr. Lizanecz advises both municipalities and private clients on navigating complex regulatory frameworks, working closely with developers, business and property owners, and municipal officials on zoning and land use regulations, permitting, administrative appeals, ordinance drafting, and local governance. He earned his B.A. degree from Bates College and his J.D. degree from the University of Maine School of Law. Mr. Lizanecz is a board member of the City of Portland Zoning Board of Appeals and Maine Irish Heritage Center. He is admitted to practice law in Maine and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

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Brian M Rayback

Brian M. Rayback

Dentons
Brian Rayback

is a partner at Dentons. He is a member of the firm's Environment and Natural Resources practice, focusing on environmental and land use law. Mr. Rayback advises clients on water, air, natural resources, solid waste and recycling, contaminated properties, and zoning, providing strategic counsel on permitting, regulatory compliance, enforcement actions, appeals of agency actions and legislative issues. He earned his B.A. degree, summa cum laude, from Colby College and his J.D. degree, magna cum laude, from Georgetown University Law Center. Mr. Rayback is a member of the Maine State Bar Association - Environmental Law Committee. He is admitted to practice law in Maine, Massachusetts, and before the U.S. District Court for the District of Maine and U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit.

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