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Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use

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More than 25 lawyers strong, our Real Estate Development (RED) team is a collaborative group of land use, real estate, environmental and construction law professionals. We have been involved in many of North Carolina's largest and most significant real estate developments - both public and private projects - including major mixed-use, office, manufacturing, multi-family, retail, natural resource, infrastructure and public utility projects. 

We have assembled a comprehensive range of Real Estate Development practices under one cohesive group, designed to serve clients through all phases of a project. Our RED Group includes legal professionals who work together across multiple related areas:

  • Land Use and Zoning
  • Commercial Real Estate
  • Construction and Construction Litigation
  • Leasing
  • Environmental and OSHA
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Energy and Renewable Energy​

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Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use - North Carolina

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What the Team is Known For

Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan garners strong market support for its representation of developers in state, national and regional transactions. The team's specific areas of expertise include the acquisition and development of retail and residential projects as well as significant lease negotiations. The firm is also noted for its experience in zoning and land use matters.

Work Highlights

  • Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan LLP represented North Carolina FC and Kane Realty Corporation in the Downtown South development in Raleigh, a mixed‑use project anchored by a proposed 20,000‑seat stadium.

Strengths

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The team are extremely insightful, responsive and have high levels of integrity.

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Their quality and responsiveness is top-notch.

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They are easy to work with, extremely knowledgeable and provide a great level of service.

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Notable Practitioners

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Matt Rhoad
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Matt Rhoad
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Matt Rhoad is an expert on matters that relate to eminent domain and condemnation issues. He counts a number of large public utility companies among his clients.

Matt has gone above and beyond to help with complex matters.

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Robin Tatum
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Robin Tatum
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Robin Tatum expertly represents local governments, private businesses and developers in complex land use and zoning matters.

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Toby Coleman
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Toby Coleman
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Toby Coleman's practice spans land use and zoning approvals. He often represents property owners and developers.

Toby’s has broad experience, in-depth knowledge and an effective communication style.

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C Allen York
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C Allen York
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Allen York comes recommended for his representation of property developers in a wide range of real estate issues. His experience spans acquisitions, financing, leasing and dispositions.

Allen does a great job at streamlining advice and is very responsive. He is flexible with changing deadlines and working through everchanging legal issues.

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C Steven Mason
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C Steven Mason
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Steven Mason is well regarded for his broad experience in real estate matters, spanning development, leasing and financing issues.

He's very good at understanding a deal structure and provides great advice on the market.

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Davis Roach
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Davis Roach
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Up and Coming

Davis Roach advises clients on all aspects of commercial real estate and corporate transactions.

Davis is an incredibly skilled and personable attorney.

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Sharita Whitaker
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Sharita Whitaker
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Up and Coming

Sharita Whitaker focuses on commercial real estate matters, with a particular expertise in right-of-way acquisitions. She represents both private and public clients in acquisitions, dispositions and easement negotiations.

Sharita does a great job handling complex matters and is a pleasure to work with.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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C Allen York
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C Allen York
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C Steven Mason
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C Steven Mason
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Davis Roach
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Davis Roach
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Up and Coming
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Sharita Whitaker
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Sharita Whitaker
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Up and Coming
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Real Estate: Finance
C Steven Mason
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C Steven Mason
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Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use
Matt Rhoad
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Matt Rhoad
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Robin Tatum
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Robin Tatum
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Toby Coleman
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Toby Coleman
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Sharita Whitaker
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Sharita Whitaker
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Up and Coming
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