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2016 Land Use eConference
Contains material from May 2016
2016 Land Use eConference
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The Land Use eConference offers high-level, detailed coverage of the key issues, strategies, challenges, tools, and opportunities facing municipalities, counties, and developers. The eConference focuses on real-world problems with practical solutions presented by an outstanding faculty, including developers' attorneys, land use planners, local government attorneys, engineers, and state and local regulators.
2016 highlights include:
2016 highlights include:
- The recent cases and state legislation affecting land use regulation in Texas
- Enforcement issues, remedies, defenses to enforcement, and sovereign immunity.
- Thursday Luncheon Presentation with George Staples on Municipal Codes of Ethics
- No Man’s Land: Municipal Authority and Extraterritorial Jurisdictions
- TWDB Program Update from TWDB Chairman Bech K. Bruun
- Explore the impact of Harris County Flood Control Dist. v. Kerr on local governments, developers, flooded property owners, and engineers.
- Friday Luncheon Presentation Sharing Economy: Short Term Rentals
- TOMA and TORA: What to Do Tomorrow? Land Use Practice under the Texas Open Meetings Act and the Texas Open Records Act
- Revolving Door and State Bar Rules: Additional Reporting Requirements with Ross Fischer
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1.
What’s New: Cases and Legislation (May 2016)
James L. Dougherty Jr.
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Session 1
—66 mins
What’s New: Cases and Legislation (May 2016)
Survey recent cases and state legislation affecting land use regulation in Texas, taking a special look at regulatory “takings” and immunities from liability.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
James L. Dougherty Jr.,
Attorney at Law - Houston, TX
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Using Public Incentives to Stimulate Private Development (May 2016)
Habib H. Erkan Jr., T. Daniel Santee II
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Session 2
—46 mins
Using Public Incentives to Stimulate Private Development (May 2016)
Hear dos and don'ts of underwriting or monetizing economic development agreements. Enforcement issues, remedies, defenses to enforcement, and sovereign immunity are discussed.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Habib H. Erkan Jr.,
Denton, Navarro, Rocha, Bernal, Hyde & Zech, P.C. - San Antonio, TX
T. Daniel Santee II,
Denton, Navarro, Rocha, Bernal, Hyde & Zech, P.C. - San Antonio, TX
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Economic Development Agreements (May 2016)
William S. Dahlstrom, Peter G. Smith
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—61 mins
Economic Development Agreements (May 2016)
The use of economic incentives by cities and developers has become an integral part of major development projects in Texas. It is imperative for attorneys representing both cities and developers to understand the tools in the economic development tool box as well as common issues that surface during incentive negotiations. Discover the statutory basis, procedure, and negotiation issues regarding economic development agreements for development projects located in Texas.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
William S. Dahlstrom,
Jackson Walker LLP - Dallas, TX
Peter G. Smith,
Nichols, Jackson, Dillard, Hager & Smith L.L.P. - Dallas, TX
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Municipal Regulation in the ETJ: Lakewood Village v. Bizios (May 2016)
Arthur J. Anderson, W. Andrew Messer
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Session 4
—40 mins
Municipal Regulation in the ETJ: Lakewood Village v. Bizios (May 2016)
Engage in a lively discussion framed by Lakewood Village v. Bizios on the authority of all Texas cities, home rule and general law, to regulate development in the ETJ.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Arthur J. Anderson,
Winstead PC - Dallas, TX
W. Andrew Messer,
Messer, Rockefeller & Fort, PLLC - Frisco, TX
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Municipal Codes of Ethics (May 2016)
George A. Staples Jr.
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Session 5
—53 mins
Municipal Codes of Ethics (May 2016)
Learn about municipal codes of ethics—including their rationale and pitfalls, relationship to statutory Texas law, and suggested procedural safeguards—and see how these relationships play out through a case study on an ethics investigation.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
George A. Staples Jr.,
Taylor, Olson, Adkins, Sralla & Elam, L.L.P. - Fort Worth, TX
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Contracts with Government Entities: Fundamentals and Ethical Considerations in Contracting (May 2016)
Jeffrey S. Chapman
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Session 6
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Contracts with Government Entities: Fundamentals and Ethical Considerations in Contracting (May 2016)
Public entities have many options for contracting with private entities and individuals. As these options have grown and developed in recent years, the manner of dealing with public owners is changing. Understanding the methods available for contracting and the ethical considerations from both the public and private sectors is essential.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Jeffrey S. Chapman,
The Chapman Firm - Austin, TX
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Negotiation of Development Agreements from the Developer and Municipal Perspectives (May 2016)
Alan J. Bojorquez, Henry H. Gilmore
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Session 7
—47 mins
Negotiation of Development Agreements from the Developer and Municipal Perspectives (May 2016)
Assess key issues and options for negotiating development agreements, including a brief examination of the Shavano case.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Alan J. Bojorquez,
Bojorquez Law Firm, PC - Austin, TX
Henry H. Gilmore,
DuBois, Bryant & Campbell, LLP - Austin, TX
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The Role of EB-5 Financing in Development (May 2016)
Brenda N. McDonald
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Session 8
—29 mins
The Role of EB-5 Financing in Development (May 2016)
Review the basics of EB-5 lending in the development context, including the statutory basis for the program, the job creation requirement, the expected timeline from beginning to funding, the need for local government support, and a look at common compliance issues.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Brenda N. McDonald,
Messer, Rockefeller & Fort, PLLC - Frisco, TX
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PID/TIRZ in the City (May 2016)
R. R. "Tripp" Davenport III, Julie Y. Fort
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Session 9
—42 mins
PID/TIRZ in the City (May 2016)
Using real-life examples, explore the advantages and disadvantages of cities funding public improvements and development using Public Improvement Districts (PIDs)/Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones (TIRZs).
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
R. R. "Tripp" Davenport III,
FMSbonds, Inc. - Dallas, TX
Julie Y. Fort,
Messer, Rockefeller & Fort, PLLC - Frisco, TX
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TxDOT Turnback Program and Urban Thoroughfares (May 2016)
E. Scott Polikov
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Session 10
—26 mins
TxDOT Turnback Program and Urban Thoroughfares (May 2016)
Examine the shifting focus of TxDOT on urban thoroughfares, the turnback program, and related complementary rezoning to reinvent and better activate state highways in urban contexts. Explore what new requirements and new opportunities come with these changes.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
E. Scott Polikov,
Gateway Planning Group, Inc. - Dallas, TX
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TWDB Program Update (May 2016)
Bech K. Bruun
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Session 11
—28 mins
TWDB Program Update (May 2016)
Hear an update on agency initiatives and programs, including the State Water Implementation Revenue Fund for Texas and the 2017 State Water Plan.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Bech K. Bruun,
Chairman, Texas Water Development Board - Austin, TX
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Harris County Flood Control Dist. v. Kerr (May 2016)
Truman C. Edminster, Charlie F. McNabb, Reid C. Wilson
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Session 12
—45 mins
Harris County Flood Control Dist. v. Kerr (May 2016)
Did Kerr change the law on government takings? Explore the impact of Kerr on local governments, developers, flooded property owners, and engineers. Get an engineer's perspective on how drainage/flooding really works and review rough proportionality determinations post-Kerr.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Truman C. Edminster,
EHRA - Houston, TX
Charlie F. McNabb,
City of Georgetown - Georgetown, TX
Reid C. Wilson,
Wilson, Cribbs & Goren, P.C. - Houston, TX
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Finally, Something the Supreme Court Agrees On: Reed v. Town of Gilbert (May 2016)
Christopher L. Nichols
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Session 13
—30 mins
Finally, Something the Supreme Court Agrees On: Reed v. Town of Gilbert (May 2016)
Review the U.S. Supreme Court's recent 9-0 opinion from Reed v. Town of Gilbert, Arizona, 576 U.S. ____ (2015) and discover why the Town of Gilbert's sign code regulations ultimately failed to survive strict scrutiny analysis.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Christopher L. Nichols,
The Nichols Firm, PLLC - Houston, TX
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Easements: From Acquisition to Termination (May 2016)
Barbara A. Boulware-Wells, Aisha Nawaz Hagen
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Session 14
—41 mins
Easements: From Acquisition to Termination (May 2016)
Easements are far from easy. Gain a better understanding of the variety and life cycle of easements, including methods of acquisition; defining, describing, and distinguishing types of easements; dedicatory language; uses and/or exclusivity; and recording, modifying, and/or terminating easements.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Barbara A. Boulware-Wells,
Knight & Partners - Austin, TX
Aisha Nawaz Hagen,
Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. - Johnson City, TX
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The Intersection of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Municipal Zoning (May 2016)
Cobby A. Caputo, Gunnar Seaquist, Steven H. Weller
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Session 15
—63 mins
The Intersection of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Municipal Zoning (May 2016)
Persons suffering from drug, alcohol, and other addictive behaviors are often members of a protected class under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act. Hear recent developments among the courts regarding the application of federal disability law, and learn how municipal zoning is being affected.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Cobby A. Caputo,
Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP - Austin, TX
Gunnar Seaquist,
Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP - Austin, TX
Steven H. Weller,
Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP - Austin, TX
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Sharing Economy: Short-Term Rentals (May 2016)
Cindy J. Crosby, Patricia L. Link
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Session 16
—42 mins
Sharing Economy: Short-Term Rentals (May 2016)
Short-term rentals have challenged traditional zoning codes and pitted neighbors against visitors. Analyze the issues and hear practical pointers when passing new land use regulations to address short-term rentals in your community.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Cindy J. Crosby,
City of Austin - Austin, TX
Patricia L. Link,
City of Austin - Austin, TX
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Regulation of Historic Preservation (May 2016)
Omar Izfar
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Session 17
—44 mins
Regulation of Historic Preservation (May 2016)
Explore the legal challenges and constitutional principles related to historic preservation regulation, including discussions of regulatory takings, RLUIPA, federal standards, and drafting tips for local ordinances.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Omar Izfar,
City of Houston - Houston, TX
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TOMA and TORA: What to Do Tomorrow?
Land Use Practice under the Texas Open Meetings Act and the Texas Open Records Act (May 2016)
Land Use Practice under the Texas Open Meetings Act and the Texas Open Records Act (May 2016)
John A. Haislet, Mary Ann Powell
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Session 18
—29 mins
TOMA and TORA: What to Do Tomorrow?
Land Use Practice under the Texas Open Meetings Act and the Texas Open Records Act (May 2016)
When working within or for a governmental entity in the area of land use, meetings, paperwork, and controversy abound. Uncover the most common issues that come up with land use vis‑à‑vis the Texas Open Meetings Act and the Texas Public Information Act.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
John A. Haislet,
City of College Station - College Station, TX
Mary Ann Powell,
City of College Station - College Station, TX
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Revolving Door and State Bar Rules (May 2016)
Ross Fischer
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Session 19
—34 mins
Revolving Door and State Bar Rules (May 2016)
In the past year, new laws have taken effect imposing additional reporting requirements on those seeking to do business with governmental entities. Failure to properly disclose can have serious consequences on contracts, as well as ethical consequences for attorneys. Learn about the new requirements, how they are being implemented, and what they mean for you and your clients.
Originally presented: Apr 2016 Land Use Conference
Ross Fischer,
Gober Group, PLLC - Austin, TX