Land UseWhen investing and developing in a community, securing zoning approval for project is one of the biggest steps in bringing a vision to life.
Whether seeking approval for a new development or appealing a zoning denial, our Michigan and Illinois zoning attorneys will guide and advocate for you each step of the way.
Our goal is to put you in a position to secure the best outcome and capitalize on the opportunities in the community in which you are investing in.
If the property you are purchasing is not zoned for the use you had in mind, if you are experiencing opposition from the community or city, or if your zoning request was denied, we can help.
Zoning is highly local and highly relational, and the process is different in every community. If a professional with local knowledge is not involved at the beginning of the application process, it may hurt the chances of having the project approved.
At Dalton & Tomich, we understand Michigan and Illinois zoning processes and community dynamics and have relationships with the people who can move the project forward.
Our goal is to set clients up for success from the beginning, using our experience on planning commissions and various land use scenarios to understand what the other side is thinking and anticipate any potential pitfalls or opposition. Let us represent your vision.
Whether our clients are seeking zoning approval, or looking to appeal a zoning denial, we guide them through the entire process.
Understand zoning rights from the attorneys that understand zoning.
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A founder of Detroit-based Dalton & Tomich, PLC, Dan Dalton has developed a national reputation as a tenacious and strategic litigator representing clients in the areas of land use and zoning litigation. Among his many legal honors, Dan was named a “Go To Lawyer” for real estate in 2021 by the trade journal Michigan Lawyers Weekly and is a multiple DBusiness Top Lawyer, and Michigan Super Lawyer, recognized in the area of zoning and land use. He was also named to the 2010 class of Leaders in the Law by Michigan Lawyers Weekly.
Larry Opalewski is a partner at Dalton & Tomich. He focuses his practice on land use and zoning litigation, including riparian rights, as well as constitutional and civil rights litigation. He has significant experience in all aspects of litigation and has represented individuals, religious institutions, small to mid-size businesses, large businesses, and municipalities. Larry was selected as a “Rising Star” litigator by Super Lawyers from 2017-2021.
Adel N. Nucho is an associate attorney at the firm’s Detroit office. A fiercely determined and detail-oriented litigator, he represents clients in a variety of matters and is known to exceed client expectations. Adel has meaningful experience in municipal matters relating to land use regulations and ordinances, including water rights of property owners on and around Michigan’s inland lakes and rivers.
Attorney Noel W. Sterett is a partner at Dalton & Tomich, overseeing the firm’s Illinois office. Since 2007, he has been helping religious institutions and businesses navigate a variety of legal issues, both in and out of court. His goal is to help his clients overcome the challenges that hinder them from focusing on their core objectives, whether that is advancing the noble mission of a religious institution or running a profitable business.
We work with communities to affirm local relationships needed to get projects approved. Let us guide you through the process.
