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“…strong capabilities in zoning and land use&nbsp;issues…”

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No two land use and zoning projects are the same, so it’s essential to obtain tailored legal advice that’s designed to meet the specific needs of your business. This requires a thorough understanding of regulatory, agency, and political environments to develop the appropriate strategy.

Blank Rome’s real estate team has helped clients navigate zoning and land use regulations and the state and local politics involved in procuring approvals for all types of real estate projects.

From large mixed-use community projects to the adaptive reuse of urban manufacturing facilities to a small project only requiring a special use permit, our attorneys can help you find the right approach to clear hurdles and pave your way to completion. Should you be challenged with eminent domain and condemnation concerns, we have experience representing property owners in securing multimillion dollar condemnation awards.

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Major international hotel operators and developers

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We provide an integrated approach leveraging the knowledge of a diverse team to advise on the environmental, construction, financing, acquisition, and disposition issues that can affect the evaluation and approval of zoning and land use applications.

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Preparation of applications for conditional use or zoning variances, if necessary

Services to secure amendments of zoning or land use ordinances, and rezoning and master plan changes

Representation before zoning and planning boards or commissions, and city councils

National and regional Tier 1 rankings in U.S. News &amp; World Report–Best Lawyers® 2025 “Best Law Firms” for Real Estate Law.

Tier 1 ranking in Houston and Philadelphia in U.S. News &amp; World Report–Best Lawyers® 2025 “Best Law Firms” for Litigation - Land Use &amp; Zoning.

Chambers USA 2023 recognized our practice for Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania. Chambers researchers have stated Blank Rome:

Real Estate

Acquisitions & Dispositions

Development & Construction

Equity Investment, Joint Ventures, Mergers & Buyouts

Leasing

Real Estate Finance & Restructuring

Tyler J. Compston

Brendan D. Delany

Margaret Anne Hill

Adam E. Laver

Ashley Brinn Levy

Frank L. Tamulonis III

Stephen C. Zumbrun

Calder Gardens and Barnes Foundation Properties

Blank Rome Highly Ranked in Best Lawyers® 2026 Edition of “Best Law Firms”

Blank Rome Welcomes New Corporate Associate Tyler J. Compston in Pittsburgh

Blank Rome Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Best Lawyers in America®

Chambers USA 2025 Recognizes Blank Rome Attorneys and Practices

Blank Rome Highly Ranked in Best Lawyers® 2025 Edition of “Best Law Firms”

Blank Rome Attorneys Recognized in 2025 Best Lawyers in America®

Chambers USA 2024 Recognizes Blank Rome Attorneys and Practices

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Blank Rome Welcomes New Corporate Litigation Associate in Princeton

Blank Rome Highly Ranked in U.S. News – Best Lawyers® 2024 “Best Law Firms”

Blank Rome Attorneys Recognized in 2024 Best Lawyers in America®

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Chambers USA 2023 Recognizes Blank Rome Attorneys and Practices

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Peter F. Kelsen

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<li>Represented a national hotel developer in connection with its adaptive re-use development of two new hotels in Center City, Philadelphia including assisting in obtaining government incentives.</li>
<li>Represented The Barnes Foundation, a world-renowned art institution, in connection with the development of its new Philadelphia museum.</li>
<li>Represented the Church of Latter-Day Saints in connection with the development of its first Philadelphia Temple on the Philadelphia Parkway.</li>
<li>Represented The Philadelphia Eagles, an NFL football team, in connection with the development and upgrading of its football stadium and practice facility location in Philadelphia.</li>
<li>Represented Chestnut Hill College in connection with development and appraisal of its Campus Master Plan.</li>
<li>Represented a major university in connection with its land use and development programming.</li>
<li>Represented a national retail convenience food chain and a national retail pharmacy chain in connection with all their developments in Philadelphia.</li>
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