Our firm offers comprehensive legal services in land use and planning administration, with extensive experience in the HEARTH Act of 2012 and the Indian Long-Term Leasing Act of 1955 (ILTLA). We assist clients in drafting leasing regulations, submitting them for approval, and navigating the lease submission process with the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). Our expertise also covers fee land real estate transactions.
We understand the unique land use issues affecting our tribal clients and work to engage all stakeholders (government, business, citizens,) in the process to ensure customized laws and regulations that address community concerns when planning future land developments. Our team has successfully helped tribal clients develop land use plans, draft zoning ordinances, and create related procedures, such as variance and building permit applications.
Throughout the process, we maintain a strong focus on the distinct land and cultural considerations that are crucial to our tribal clients, ensuring their specific needs and goals are met, while navigating the complex landscape of land use and planning administration.
We have experience in navigating the complex body of federal environmental regulations, state and local regulations, and permit requirements. Our attorneys have deep familiarity with the environmental analysis and review under tribal environmental regulations approved by the U.S. Department of Interior.