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The Law Offices of Alan Abergel, P.C. (“LOAA”) represents real estate developers, investors, and businesses in zoning and land use matters before local, municipal, state, and federal authorities throughout Tarrant County, Dallas County, and the Dallas–Fort Worth Metropolitan Area.
Zoning and land use disputes can significantly impact project timelines, property values, and investment returns. LOAA provides strategic legal counsel to help clients navigate zoning regulations, obtain approvals, and resolve land use disputes efficiently.
Zoning is the division of a city into districts and the adoption of regulations governing the use of land and structures within each district. Texas municipalities, including Fort Worth, typically classify property into residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural zoning districts.
Within each zoning district, municipalities may regulate:
The erection, construction, alteration, and repair of structures
Permitted land uses
Density, height, and setback requirements
Parking and infrastructure requirements
The purpose of zoning in Texas is to promote public health, safety, morals, and general welfare, and to protect historically, culturally, and architecturally significant areas.
Real estate developers and business owners recognize that land use disputes and zoning approvals can present substantial legal and financial risks. LOAA represents clients in zoning and land use matters before municipal boards, planning commissions, zoning boards of adjustment, and other government authorities.
LOAA assists clients with zoning matters involving:
Residential properties
Commercial developments
Industrial facilities
Agricultural land
LOAA represents clients in all phases of land use and zoning matters, including:
Entitlements and development approvals
Variances and zoning variances
Conditional use permits (CUPs)
Building permits and permitting disputes
Zone changes and rezoning applications
Subdivision approvals
Site plan review and approvals
General plan and specific plan amendments
Development agreements
Easements and property rights issues
Code enforcement matters
Land use and zoning litigation
Administrative hearings and appeals
Zoning due diligence in real estate acquisitions and M&A transactions
Zoning issues affecting OCCC licensed businesses
The zoning and permitting process can be complex and time-consuming. LOAA works closely with developers and business owners to:
Develop zoning and land use strategies
Navigate municipal approval processes
Coordinate with planners, engineers, and consultants
Resolve zoning and permitting disputes
Mitigate land use risk in real estate transactions
LOAA is committed to providing personalized, timely, and cost-effective legal representation for zoning and land use matters. The firm understands that zoning approvals and land use disputes can affect project feasibility and works to deliver practical solutions tailored to each client’s development objectives.
“I engaged Alan to help me through the complexities of obtaining my Lenders License. He was very knowledgeable about the process and provided me with a high level of service. I worked quickly getting him all the information needed and he worked at my pace. He was responsive to e-mails and questions and followed up with the DFPI to make sure everything was filed correctly. I had read online that this process could take as long as 6 months however Alan completed the assignment in less than 3 I will be retaining his services in the future to ensure my company remains in compliance."
--Petroleum Realty Group Inc.
"I hired Alan to represent me as a mortgage broker before the California Department of Real Estate. I couldn't be more pleased with Alan's services from start to finish. Alan was clear and concise. Alan's communication throughout the process was professional. I received the results I hoped for. Thank you Alan. I'll definitely recommend you to ALL and use your services again in the future shall I need anything!"
-Anonymous
"Very helpful in assisting in obtaining an OCCC Texas Motor Vehicle Sales Finance License. Very knowledgeable in answering all questions the OCCC asked for on their questionnaire. Highly recommended and would re-hire for any future assistance regarding motor vehicle and finance business. God Bless!"
-Raul
