Attorneys now at Flaster/Greenberg represented the plaintiffs in the original Mount Laurel litigation and we have been at the forefront of New Jersey's affordable housing issues. The Mount Laurel Doctrine requires municipalities to provide a fair share of affordable housing opportunities for New Jersey's low-income and moderate-income households. In turn, the Doctrine, through the "Builder's Remedy," provides developers and landowners with unique development opportunities. Further, directly or indirectly, given the scope of the Doctrine, virtually all development in New Jersey potentially may be affected by related statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations.
Over several decades, Flaster/Greenberg attorneys actively have represented many clients throughout the State, from major national developers to local non-profit entities, in land acquisition, land development, permitting, financing and litigation with regard to affordable housing issues. We have had significant success in obtaining zoning, government approvals, financing and required utilities for our clients. Where necessary, we have undertaken litigation and have extensive experience in navigating clients through the regulations and procedures of the New Jersey Council on Affordable Housing ("COAH"), which is the State agency responsible for ensuring municipal compliance with the Mount Laurel Doctrine.
Our attorneys provide the legal experience and expertise necessary to address any and all issues relating to affordable housing and the Mount Laurel Doctrine and afford you a realistic opportunity to guide your project to fruition.