Ron Mandel

Practice Areas

Land Use and Zoning

Administrative Proceedings

Construction Law

Transactions and Financing

Career

Ron Mandel focuses on real estate development, with an emphasis on zoning and land use, including the purchase and sale of development rights (“air rights”), analysis of property development and outdoor advertising, environmental matters, building and fire code compliance, and landmarks regulation.

He regularly appears before the City’s land use agencies, including the Board of Standards and Appeals, City Planning Commission, Department of Buildings, and Landmarks Preservation Commission, representing private developers, institutional clients, including religious and educational organizations, and licensed professionals.

Mr. Mandel also advises on property acquisitions and conveyances, including strategic assemblages involving easements, Inclusionary Housing, and real property tax incentives to maximize development opportunities, as well as leases, development rights transfers, and the negotiation of mixed-use condominium structures.

Prior to joining Belkin · Burden · Goldman, LLP, Mr. Mandel was associated with leading New York City land use and government relations firms, guiding clients through the City’s development process while maximizing property value. He also has practical industry experience from roles in government, including in the General Counsel’s Office of the New York City Department of Buildings, and in-house with a real estate development firm.

Education