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Prosecuting land use decisions in New York State involves navigating a complex intersection of municipal law, state statutes, and case law. Whether representing a municipality, a developer, or a concerned citizen, understanding the legal framework that governs land use is crucial for effectively prosecuting or defending such decisions.

The final steps in the SEQRA process involve preparing the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) and issuing findings.

The next steps in the SEQRA process involve opening up SEQRA review for the project/action for public comment on the Draft EIS (DEIS), and then potentially holding a public hearing on it, too.

The next steps in the SEQRA process involve scoping and preparing the Draft EIS (DEIS). Scoping is an essential step in the SEQRA process, aimed at identifying the significant environmental issues that need to be addressed in the DEIS. This process ensures that the DEIS is concise and focused on significant environmental impacts, avoiding the inclusion of unnecessary or irrelevant information.

The next steps in the SEQRA process involve coordinated review of the action amongst involved agencies, and a determination of significance of potential environmental impacts.

The type of Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) required depends on whether the action is classified as Type I, Unlisted, or Type II. This blog provides a guide to understanding and completing the correct EAF depending on the type of project, and whether an EAF needs to be completed at all.

SEQRA classifications fall into three categories: Type I, Unlisted, and Type II actions. Each category has specific criteria and implications for the environmental review process. This blog provides a comprehensive guide to understanding these classifications and when they come up.

In the realm of New York State environmental regulation, the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) stands out as cornerstone legislation. SEQRA mandates that all agencies must evaluate the environmental impacts of the actions they propose or approve. This blog post aims to shed light on the purpose of SEQRA and delve into the types of actions that necessitate SEQRA review.

When discussing property rights and government actions, terms like eminent domain and condemnation often come to mind. But what happens when private property is taken outside an eminent domain proceeding? That illustrates the lesser-known concept of inverse condemnation. In this blog post, we'll delve into what inverse condemnation entails, how it differs from eminent domain, examples of its application, and the remedies available.