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Subdivisions: A Myriad of Legal Challenges

Subdividing real property, whether for residential or commercial use, presents a multitude of complex legal issues. Incomplete or inadequate documentation can lead to regulatory problems and eventual litigation. The developer needs a team of experienced attorneys who know the intricate legal requirements and are proactive in litigation avoidance.

At Nearhood Law Offices, our experience with real estate and construction law goes back to 1986. We have worked with many real estate developers across Arizona to create subdivision projects of all types: single-family residential, multi-family, commercial, and mixed use. If your land development deal is only getting started, we want to help it succeed.

From One, Many

A subdivision is at a basic level the act of taking one large parcel of land and dividing it into many. This is an oversimplification, as a successful subdivision includes many issues such as:

  • The initial acquisition of the land
  • Entitlements
  • Financing
  • Plat and Declaration
  • Form agreements
  • Arizona Department of Real Estate Compliance

Or issues with those doing the hands-on work of development such as:

  • Contractors and subcontractors
  • Construction equipment providers
  • Defect litigation
  • Lien issues

Whatever problems you face in developing and dividing your property to match your vision we are there to provide the real legal tools to get there.

Our firm is built on providing personal, unique services to our clients. We listen to your needs and do everything necessary under the law to achieve your goals.

Get Started Today

We offer initial consultations to new clients to get a full understanding of their real estate needs before doing work for them. Contact us at our Scottsdale office to schedule a consultation with a skilled lawyer by emailing us or by calling 888-428-2609.

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