Land Use and Zoning practice is an almost entirely political process. Although courts will intervene if there’s an egregious, arbitrary or capricious action, by and large, this is an area where Liskow’s decades of proven experience has a significant impact. Our strengths translate into a level of judgment, sophistication, and strategic thinking that few firms, particularly in Louisiana, can match. When a major project is at issue, our knowledge makes a pivotal difference.
Overview
We handle the full scope of zoning and land use issues, ranging from analysis to determine a project’s compliance with existing zoning, to representing clients in zoning application hearings, to actual zoning-related litigation. We counsel clients on land acquisition and development, planning and permitting, zoning changes, conditional use permits, variances, and entitlements.
Managing projects means managing perceptions
Our lawyers are also exceptionally skilled at guiding clients through the political issues of zoning and land use. As a rule, political bodies and the public have a right to weigh in and provide input, particularly on industrial projects. And there’s often strong opposition. Effectively managing this potentially contentious aspect of the process demands a combination of persuasion, legal strategy, and the ability to find common ground. Typically, this means developing a compelling story about a project. Whether what’s at issue is traffic, environmental concerns, or something else, we excel at managing issues, and developing a convincing, concise, and, above all, impactful case for our clients’ projects.
