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H.R. 1 (President Trump’s so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill”) was officially signed into law Friday, July 4, and with it came sweeping changes to the real estate industry. Some of these changes are extensions of Trump’s Tax...more
This newsletter explores the emerging legal topics and issues affecting the condominium and cooperative services industry. Thought-leading attorneys from Moritt Hock & Hamroff’s Condominium and Cooperative Services Practice...more
The office market was thrown into turmoil in the post-pandemic shift towards flexible working. Businesses battled with uncertainty over the future of the workplace and whether big glossy office spaces would become obsolete in...more
As the effects of climate change become more urgent, municipalities across the United States are enacting laws attempting to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy performance. These initiatives present both landlords and...more
Welcome to the latest edition of Overriding Interest. Inside this issue: - New Joiners - Articles of Interest - Events - Case Reports...more
The real estate sector is heavily regulated and is no stranger to environmental, social and governance ("ESG")-related policies and requirements. One imminent ESG-focused change affecting the UK real estate sector relates to...more
In the first part of our series on Energy Efficiency, we looked at the backdrop and the various factors at play in relation to the target of achieving net-zero by 2050. In this article, we will explore how that backdrop is...more
This week’s round-up features the intersection of real estate and energy efficiency, including state efforts surrounding clean energy legislation, Inflation Reduction Act tax credits, hotel & hospitality sectors creating...more
A crucial change of approach and the introduction of new compliance windows could be on the horizon in the UK for the non-domestic Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES)....more
Back in July 2018, the government launched a “Call for Evidence on Energy Performance Certificates”. Over two years later the government has published an “Action Plan”, setting out what it is going to do in the light of...more
On 30 September 2020 the government published its consultation on amending the Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) (England and Wales) Regulations 2015 (the “Regulations“), raising minimum energy efficiency standards...more
Come April Fool’s Day 2020, landlords of residential property should be aware not just of customary pranks and hoaxes, but also of the implications of the Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) (England and Wales)...more
In an upward climb, Ohio’s investment in property assessed clean energy increased by over 42 percent from 2018 to 2019. Want to know the details? Check out Bricker’s interactive map of #PACE programs across the state. ...more
Paid Family Leave - A bill to require paid family leave, H.107, was left on the legislative calendar upon adjournment last May, a result of a stalemate between House and Senate leadership....more
The Paris office of Hogan Lovells is pleased to provide this English language edition of our monthly e - newsletter, which offers a legal and regulatory update covering France and Europe for April 2018. ...more
On April 18, 2019, the New York City Council passed legislation, referred to as the Climate Mobilization Act, which includes bills designed to aggressively reduce carbon emissions produced by New York City’s buildings....more
Background of FHFA and the Scorecard - The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) was established under the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. FHFA has regulatory oversight of the Federal National Mortgage...more
What are the main sustainability issues currently affecting the real estate industry? And what are the practical implications – will they cause a change in behaviour? Recent months have seen schoolchildren going on...more
Real Estate Horizons is a snapshot of key legal topics and market trends across the globe. This post higlights the importance of IP rights in this sector. With property developments increasingly focusing on experience and...more
Qualifying undertakings can comply with their obligations under the Regulations by having a certified Energy Management System. Post Brexit, certification will still be permitted by bodies accredited by the United Kingdom...more
As our daily lives become more and more integrated with technology we take a look at two ways in which advances in tech can be used to improve the existing buildings in which we live, work and play....more
On Thursday 26 July 2018, the government published a Call for Evidence on Energy Performance Certificates. The deadline for responding is 19 October 2018. ...more
On Wednesday 18 July, The CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme (Revocation and Savings) Order 2018 was laid before Parliament. ...more
In this short guide, we have highlighted some of the key legal changes that are on the real estate radar in a variety of international jurisdictions. ...more
Recently, several changes were made to the California Finance Lenders Law with various effective dates. Effective immediately, the California Finance Lenders Law has been renamed the "California Financing Law."...more