Creative Reuse: The Opportunities and Challenges of Converting Office Space to Residential
In a recent unpublished decision, the North Carolina Court of Appeals provided further insight into how restrictive covenants interact with the state’s Marketable Title Act....more
Case 1: Brown v Ridley and Another - The Supreme Court has clarified that a reasonable belief of ownership for any 10 year period is sufficient to claim adverse possession....more
This morning, June 6, 2024, the Supreme Court of Virginia issued an important decision concerning the construction and modification of restrictive covenants. In Todd J. Westrick et al. v. Dorcon Group, LLC, available...more
The Supreme Court of North Carolina recently issued a landmark opinion regarding the North Carolina Real Property Marketable Title Act (the "Act") and its effect on covenants that have burdened residential real estate for...more
In a recent case, the Florida Supreme Court held that an arbitration covenant contained in a developer’s original deed also bound the second owner. The case serves as a good reminder that, although a subsequent owner of...more
This blog examines the complexities of Agent of Change cases from our experience acting for developers and venues alike and, in particular, considers the concept and use of noise easements to resolve and manage noise issues...more
Local governments may not rely on zoning rules to prohibit renters in multi-family housing developments. Many local governments (and residents) prefer property owners living in their communities rather than tenants. This...more