Georgia Zoning Attorney

Atlanta law firm provides zoning services for residential and commercial clients
Nathan V. Hendricks III has extensive experience representing both residential and commercial clients in zoning matters. Attorney Nathan "Pete" V. Hendricks III possesses a high level of knowledge of the operations of local government. Pete represents clients before planning boards, zoning boards, and other governmental agencies and review bodies. If needed, he appears on behalf of clients in state and federal courts in land use, zoning and related matters.

Atlanta lawyer handles land use matters such as zoning variance applications
If you need approval for a zoning variance or a construction permit, Pete can help. He drafts applications and petitions. He files appeals after denial of a land use permit application. If you need experienced representation in any zoning or land use matter, contact Nathan V. Hendricks III. The firm has the experience and knowledge to work toward a resolution that meets your needs.

Representing developers and landowners
The firm's clients include developers, contractors and entrepreneurs seeking to open new businesses. In addition to helping clients such as these apply for permits and zoning variances, Pete handles matters such as easements for road, water, sewer and power lines. The firm also represents landowners hoping to subdivide property for development.

Because of Pete's history of involvement in the community, the firm is well positioned to represent clients on matters related to land use and zoning. Pete knows the procedures required by the various agencies and boards. He also understands the different time limits on appeals imposed by each agency and commission.

The firm regularly handles the following types of cases:
-Rezoning
-Land use planning
-Planned unit development (PUD)
-Environmental impacts
-Variances
-Plat and site plan applications
-Appeals of adverse zoning decisions

Nathan V. Hendricks III has 30 years of experience working with property owners and developers on matters involving land use and zoning. The firm also represents property owners, developers, community organizations and neighborhood associations before Town Boards, Planning Boards and Zoning Boards of Appeal. The firm assists clients in a wide range of matters such as:
-Special use permits
-Area variances
-Use variances
-Building permits
-Environmental permits
-Subdivision approvals
-Water district extensions
-Sewer district extensions
-Zoning enforcement
-Environmental regulations

Attorney Nathan "Pete" V. Hendricks III has handled issues under various state and federal environmental laws. Pete's background in government service and membership on local planning and zoning boards proves valuable in his representation of clients.

Land use litigation
Real property, due to its intrinsic value and the fact that it is subject to governmental regulation, is often the subject of disputes. These disputes have multiplied over time as the nation's population has grown, and this will continue to be the case as property becomes more scarce and developmental and regulatory pressures increase.

Smart legal assistance
Pete is a knowledgeable and experienced lawyer who advises individuals and municipalities about the legal aspects of land use development and regulation. If you are currently involved in a land use matter, contact Nathan V. Hendricks III for assistance with:
- Zoning and rezoning requests
-Zoning enforcement
-Flood plain issues
-Involuntary and voluntary annexations
-Conditional use permits
-Special use permits
-Mixed-use projects
-Subdivision plats
-Administrative appeals
-Variances
-Annexation appeals
-Setbacks
-Boundary disputes
-Zoning and subdivision ordinances
-Appearances before local public bodies and appeals of their decisions

Quasi-judicial hearings
Nathan V. Hendricks III will assist and represent you if you have to appear before a planning board or a board of commissioners to present your land use development application. If you have variance issues or are making an administrative appeal, you should have legal representation when appearing before a board of adjustment. You may also want Pete's assistance in seeking approval of preliminary and final subdivision plats and rezoning requests.

Concerning forced annexation, Pete has represented individual landowners across the state in successfully suing their respective cities and towns to stop their properties from being annexed.

Whatever the land use dispute, Nathan V. Hendricks III has dealt with it and has often represented and argued both sides of the issue.