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Featured Municipal, Land Use & Environmental Law Articles
Your Guide to Recent Shifts in Selling Tax-Foreclosed Properties in Maine
In a recent groundbreaking Supreme Court decision, there’s been a significant shift in how municipalities handle the proceeds from the sale of property due to unpaid taxes. This ruling has a profound impact on Maine, where municipalities were previously allowed to keep proceeds from such sales. Let’s delve into what this means for property owners…
The Law Court Upholds Bar Harbor’s Regulation of Short-Term Rentals
We are thrilled to announce a significant legal victory for Rudman Winchell’s client, Town of Bar Harbor, in the case of Brooks et al. v. Bar Harbor.
The Importance of Proper Site Visit Procedures: Insights from Attorney Tim Pease
In a recent meeting with the Design Review Board, attorney Tim Pease from the Bangor law firm Rudman Winchell shared valuable advice regarding the board’s decision-making process. Pease highlighted the need for adjustments in their current site visit practices, emphasizing the potential legal complications arising from individual site visits conducted outside official meetings. This article…
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We work closely with our municipal clients to provide regular trainings, attend meetings, and we frequently speak at events on municipal and land use topics.