Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas is at the forefront of legal representation for green building and sustainable design. Recognizing the growing importance of eco-friendly construction, our firm has established a dedicated Green Building practice group. This innovative team, comprising select attorneys from our Construction, Real Estate & Transactional, and Environmental & Toxic Tort practice areas, brings specialized knowledge and experience to address the legal challenges associated with green building.
Comprehensive Green Building Legal Support
As green building and sustainable design become integral to site development, energy performance, and architectural practices, professionals in the industry face new legal obligations and standards. Our Green Building practice group provides effective legal guidance on a range of issues:
- Green Building Rating Systems: Implementation of nationally accepted green building rating systems and guidelines into project programs.
- Statutory and Regulatory Compliance: Navigating New Jersey’s statutory and regulatory green building requirements.
- Local Zoning and Land Use: Compliance with local zoning laws, municipal land use regulations, and “green” master planning.
- Site Remediation and Redevelopment: Addressing issues related to site remediation, Brownfields redevelopment, and Green Acres.
- Tax Incentives: Advising on national, state, and local green building tax incentives.
- Product Liability and Insurance: Managing “green” products liability and insurance coverage issues arising from green building obligations.
- Green Building Ordinances: Development of local “green building” ordinances.
- Risk Management and Litigation: Providing strategies for risk management, litigation avoidance, and project support.
Comprehensive Knowledge of Green Building Law
Our Green Building attorneys are distinguished by:
- LEED Accreditation: Several team members are LEED Accredited Professionals (LEED AP), offering in-depth knowledge of green building standards.
- Industry Experience: Attorneys with hands-on experience in the construction industry, professional engineering backgrounds, and active memberships in relevant organizations such as the United States Green Building Council – New Jersey Chapter (USGBC-NJ) and the Construction Law Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association.
- Professional Engagement: Our partner-in-charge serves as counsel to the New Jersey chapters of the American Institute of Architects (AIA-New Jersey) and the American Society of Landscape Architects (NJ-ASLA), as well as the New Jersey Society of Professional Engineers (NJSPE). We are also involved in lecturing on green building topics and contributing to the development of this evolving area of law.
Why Choose Hoagland Longo?
Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas offers unparalleled knowledge of green building law, providing innovative legal solutions for the complexities of sustainable construction. Our firm’s deep commitment to the building and construction industry, coupled with our proactive approach to green building issues, positions us as leaders in this field.
For effective legal support in green building and sustainable design, contact us. Our dedicated Green Building practice group is here to guide you through the legal landscape of eco-friendly construction and help you achieve your sustainability goals.