On March 31, 2021, the State of New York signed into law the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act. In its Preamble, the statute notes, “it is in the best interest of the state to regulate medical cannabis, adult-use cannabis, cannabinoid
In Rockwell v Despart (87 Misc3d 233 [Sup Ct, Albany County 2025]), the trial court extinguished and declared unenforceable a restrictive covenant that the subject property remain “forever wild” in the loving memory of a decedent. The covenant was
New York Civil Practice Law and Rules § 9802 is a condition precedent that imposes a strict notice-of-claim requirement on parties pursuing contractual claims against the State’s incorporated villages. Notice of claim (CPLR 9802) is a formal, verified written claim
A multi-million-dollar development project which relies on site plans approved by a municipal board months prior is ready to break ground. However, the municipal board failed to refer the plans to the county planning board before approving them. The result?
The New York State Legislature recently enacted the Pied‑à‑Terre Tax (PAT) Surcharge, introducing a significant, additional annual real estate tax on certain high-value New York City residential properties that are not the owner’s primary residence – including single family residences,
A special proceeding pursuant to New York Civil Practice Law and Rules (“CPLR”) Article 78, specifically Section 7803(3), is the vehicle for challenging determinations of a body or officer. Section 7803(3) sets forth the all-too-familiar question raised: whether the determination
Uses and structures that do not conform to a zoning ordinance are deemed “nonconforming uses” and “nonconforming structures,” respectively. Uses relate to the utilization of land (e.g. type of activity/operation), whereas structures are dimensional in nature (e.g. square footage, height,
In an ideal scenario for any property owner or developer looking to build on Long Island, all aspects of a new development project will comply with the applicable provisions of a municipality’s zoning ordinance. The reality for many, however, is
Developing land on Long Island can present a number of challenges that all developers should be aware of. From complex zoning ordinances to state environmental regulations, there is no shortage of obstacles that may delay a development project. One of
On March 27, 2025, Empire State Development, New York State’s chief economic development agency, announced the launch of the Long Island Forward Housing Program (LIFHP), a $10 million initiative designed to promote and accelerate the development of affordable multifamily
