Zoning and Permitting
Municipal zoning and permitting law is notoriously complex because each case involves not only esoteric statutory and common law but also zoning bylaws and regulations unique to each municipality. Successful handling of these matters requires a thorough knowledge of the relevant Massachusetts statutes and case law and the ability to assemble and analyze relevant town bylaws and regulations. Because of this firm's long history of representing municipalities, individuals and corporations with respect to all aspects of zoning and permitting matters, we are ready to promptly and efficiently handle these matters.
These are some of the matters our firm has handled in this practice area:
Zoning Hearings and Appeals
Represented numerous developers and homeowners before zoning and permitting boards, including appeals pursuant to M.G.L. c. 40A before Superior Courts and the Land Court.
Appeal of Building Inspector's Decision
Successfully convinced Zoning Board of Appeals to reverse Building Inspector’s decision to deny a small business owner a permit to operate his business as an accessory use in a residential district.
Representation of Developers
Represented a developer in a dispute regarding access to a sewer line in a municipality.
Zoning Litigation
Prevailed on Summary Judgment on behalf of a small business owner in a zoning dispute involving a neighbor and a municipality.
