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Subdivision and Land Development Approvals

Land Use and Zoning Attorneys Advising Clients on Subdivision and Development Matters

Most development projects require subdivision approval, and/or land development approval. The subdivision and land development review and approval processes are often complex and should be led by an experienced land use and zoning attorney who can protect your legal rights and ensure that your project moves along efficiently through the process. Successful projects may also require related approvals, including zoning relief (e.g., variances, special exceptions, and conditional uses), rezoning, zoning map changes, and zoning text amendments, as well as permitting. At Kaplin Stewart, our team of highly accomplished land use and zoning attorneys, paralegals and certified land planner can guide your development project through the various challenges associated with the land development and subdivision approval processes.

Assisting Clients at Each State of the Subdivision and Land Development Process

The attorneys in our Land Use, Zoning and Development practice group are committed to working with clients and their land planners, engineers, architects, landscape architects, and other professionals to obtain subdivision and land development approvals for their projects. We roll up our sleeves and get actively involved in the process to help shape the applications and plans in the most favorable posture possible., We also frequently work with municipal staff and consultants, on behalf of our clients, during all phases of the project.

Kaplin Stewart attorneys vigorously represent our clients before various governmental agencies, including:

  • Zoning Hearing Boards
  • Zoning Boards of Adjustment
  • Planning Commissions
  • Historical Commissions
  • Boards of Historic & Architectural Review, Art Commissions
  • Design Review Boards
  • Shade Tree Commissions
  • Boards of Supervisors
  • Boards of Commissioners
  • Borough, City, and Town Councils
  • Sewer Authorities
  • Water Authorities

We regularly defend our clients against unreasonable conditions and from challenges by opponents to development. Our lawyers handle appeals and litigation that may arise out of the subdivision and land development process.

Work with a Team of Land Use and Zoning Lawyers that Have a Proven Track Record of Success

Kaplin Stewart offers clients a team of professionals with a strong track record of getting subdivisions and land developments approved. No project is too complex for our team. Our land use and zoning attorneys have been involved in some of the largest and highest profile projects throughout the Philadelphia region, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and beyond.

Our attorneys focus on finding solutions for both day to day and more complex land use and zoning challenges.  We combine creativity and innovation with sound legal and business judgment, to find the best solutions for our clients’ individual situations.  No matter what the land development or real estate project may involve, our lawyers are committed to making sure that our clients have the guidance and strategies they need to achieve their immediate and longer-term objectives.

Contact an Experienced Land Use and Zoning Attorney Today at Our Pennsylvania or New Jersey Offices

If you have questions about the scope of our services or need representation in connection with a subdivision or land development matter, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with a land use and zoning attorney. We’ve assisted clients in Montgomery County, Philadelphia County, Chester County, Delaware County, Bucks County and more. 

Learn how our attorneys can help you advance your business objectives. We encourage you to schedule a consultation today. We service businesses and other entities with offices in Philadelphia and Blue Bell, Pennsylvania as well as Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Contact us online or by phone at 610-260-6000 today to arrange a consultation.