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The Dobson Law Firm’s land use and real estate practice encompasses a wide range of matters affecting landowners, developers, and real estate brokers. The firm is well versed in Oregon’s unique land use system and helps its clients navigate complex permitting procedures for property development. The firm recognizes that working closely with local planning authorities from the inception of a project is key to obtaining all necessary development permits. However, if local government denies approval or imposes unfair permit conditions, the firm stands ready to appeal the decision to the Land Use Board of Appeals or seek just compensation for the loss of development rights in state court. Experience with land development issues also helps the firm stop development projects adverse to its clients’ interests. The Dobson Law Firm also maintains an active real estate practice focused on helping clients involved in commercial property transactions. The firm assists both landlords and tenants in commercial lease disputes. The firm also works with landlords to correct tenant nuisance problems and can help businesses and individuals with property tax appeals and other assessment issues.
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Examples of land use and real estate work include:
- Defeating legal challenge to commercial highway interchange development brought by property owner’s competitors.
- Asserting claims for property damage caused by negligent contractors.
- Working with not-for-profit organizations developing conservation easements to protect natural resources through tax-exempt donations of development rights.
- Counseling commercial landlords on availability of self-help remedies to deal with difficult and non-paying tenants.
- Advising clients on projects to construct or drain lakes on private property.
- Helping landowners obtain just compensation for government projects that damage or invade private property.
- Defending sellers of property against unwarranted broker commission claims.