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Things That Go Bump In The Appraisal: A Halloween Guide To Site Inspections In Eminent Domain
In eminent domain, a site inspection isn't a casual walk around the property. It may be the only time your appraiser, engineer or other expert sees the property before it's valued, taken or changed for good. Before anyone crosses the threshold, go through the title reports, the prior appraisals, the assessor's records, the permits, the environmental reports and the aerial imagery over time and be sure to coordinate with your experts for appropriate issue spotting.
United States Real Estate
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Nossaman LLP
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California's 2027 Housing Laws: What You Need To Know
California's 2027 housing legislation introduces streamlined ministerial pathways for townhome projects, extends subdivision map timelines, and expands Density Bonus Law benefits while addressing critical bottlenecks in plan-check reviews and post-entitlement delays. The new laws also strengthen enforcement mechanisms against frivolous litigation, reform CEQA requirements for infill projects, and promote missing middle housing through ADU fee exemptions and small-lot subdivision improvements.
United States Real Estate
HK
Holland & Knight
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California's 2027 Housing Laws: What You Need To Know
California's 2027 housing legislation introduces streamlined ministerial pathways for townhome projects, extends subdivision map timelines, and expands Density Bonus Law benefits while addressing critical bottlenecks in plan-check reviews and post-entitlement delays. The new laws also strengthen enforcement mechanisms against frivolous litigation, reform CEQA requirements for infill projects, and promote missing middle housing through ADU fee exemptions and small-lot subdivision improvements.
United States Real Estate
HK
Holland & Knight
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Real Estate

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Things That Go Bump In The Appraisal: A Halloween Guide To Site Inspections In Eminent Domain
In eminent domain, a site inspection isn't a casual walk around the property. It may be the only time your appraiser, engineer or other expert sees the property before it's valued, taken or changed for good. Before anyone crosses the threshold, go through the title reports, the prior appraisals, the assessor's records, the permits, the environmental reports and the aerial imagery over time and be sure to coordinate with your experts for appropriate issue spotting.
United States Real Estate
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Nossaman LLP
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California's 2027 Housing Laws: What You Need To Know
California's 2027 housing legislation introduces streamlined ministerial pathways for townhome projects, extends subdivision map timelines, and expands Density Bonus Law benefits while addressing critical bottlenecks in plan-check reviews and post-entitlement delays. The new laws also strengthen enforcement mechanisms against frivolous litigation, reform CEQA requirements for infill projects, and promote missing middle housing through ADU fee exemptions and small-lot subdivision improvements.
United States Real Estate
HK
Holland & Knight
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Land Law & Agriculture

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From Compass Lines To Parcel Numbers: How Washington Records Real Property
Washington's property records combine federal surveys, handwritten field notes, metes-and-bounds descriptions, recorded plats, and digital databases into a complex system that has evolved over more than a century. While modern county databases make property information accessible within seconds, understanding how parcel numbers, legal descriptions, surveys, and recording systems work together reveals both the usefulness and occasional complexity of identifying land ownership and boundaries.
United States Real Estate
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Beresford Booth
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Williamson Act Contracts In California
California's Williamson Act provides a mechanism for landowners to temporarily restrict agricultural land development in exchange for favorable property tax treatment. This article examines how these contracts are created, terminated, and affected by public acquisitions, offering essential guidance for landowners, public agencies, and eminent domain practitioners navigating the intersection of farmland preservation and public infrastructure projects.
United States Real Estate
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Nossaman LLP
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Public Land, Canceled Shares: First District Court Upholds Mutual Water Company Stock Rule
A California appellate court has ruled that mutual water companies must cancel shares held by public entities under state law, even when those entities use the water for municipal purposes. The decision examines whether public ownership of appurtenant shares conflicts with constitutional provisions and establishes important precedent for land transactions involving mutual water companies.
United States Government
FL
Fennemore
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Estate Management

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Post-Death Administration In Wisconsin: Navigating Options In An Aging Population
Jennifer D'Amato explores the critical techniques and strategies available under Wisconsin law for post-death estate administration, examining how legal professionals can help families minimize costs, delays, and conflicts during the probate process. The article provides practical guidance on navigating the various administration options available in Wisconsin's aging population landscape.
United States Family
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Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c.
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