M. EMERGING ISSUES IN ENVIRONMENTAL DUE DILIGENCE
Very informative discussion of emerging trends and issues that impact the environmental due diligence process including changing arsenic and VOH standards, issues arising from foreclosures, consumptive use restrictions and other regulatory challenges as may apply; practical considerations in closing land transactions when there are unresolved issues and how to address those issues and much more; audience participation encouraged.
V. STRATEGIC PLANNING AND PERMITTING FOR DEVELOPMENT
Practical and informative course designed to address strategies for obtaining environmental and growth management approvals for land development projects under Florida’s current laws and agency practices;; consideration of effects of recent legislation and administrative actions taken by the Executive Branch; discussion of successful approaches to processing and obtaining environmental permits from regulatory agencies, determinations of when to obtain the required permits and in what order, and the level of specificity and procedural requirements of each agency. Course to also cover tracking and managing activities for compliance with permit conditions, tips for gaining the respect of regulatory agencies, and steps that should be taken to avoid costly enforcement litigation. Audience participation is encouraged.
P. RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN PROPERTY RIGHTS
This course discusses recent state and federal legal decisions, legislative proposals and enactments, and anything else of interest to those who deal with the nitty-gritty of private property issues. It is intended for the seasoned practitioner; however, all are encouraged to attend. Audience participation is encouraged.
K. THE GENESIS AND DEMYSTIFICATION OF FDOT’S NEPA ASSIGNMENT
This new and timely course describes the USDOT’s Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program, allowing the Florida Department of Transportation to assume the responsibilities of the US Secretary of Transportation with regard to the National Environmental Policy Act, other environmental laws (e.g., Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Clean Water Act), and environmental reviews. Speakers will describe the Program, its benefits and legal aspects, and implications for FDOT project delivery. If you or your clients interact with FDOT in any way, this is a course you cannot afford to miss! Come prepared with questions for this expert panel!
U. NEW POLICY DIRECTIONS FOR GROWTH MANAGEMENT
It’s been 6 years since the Florida growth management process was fundamentally changed by the Florida Legislature to modify the prior top down process. Is it working? For all players? Does it need tweaking and what is happening that is new and innovative at the state and local levels? This course is updated every year to provide an overview of new and upcoming legislation, emerging issues and examples of local government innovation. Audience participation encouraged.M. EMERGING ISSUES IN ENVIRONMENTAL DUE DILIGENCE
Very informative discussion of emerging trends and issues that impact the environmental due diligence process including changing arsenic and VOH standards, issues arising from foreclosures, consumptive use restrictions and other regulatory challenges as may apply; practical considerations in closing land transactions when there are unresolved issues and how to address those issues and much more; audience participation encouraged.
X. TRANSPORTATION PLANNING: HOW DO WE GET THERE FROM HERE?
State, regional and local transportation infrastructure deficiencies and related transportation mitigation costs can make or break development in Florida. Failure to address inadequate infrastructure remains a significant hurdle to both developers and local governments. Join this panel to learn what’s new in 2017 and how to maximize development potential while reducing mitigation costs through cooperative funding, innovative traffic analysis, multi-modal applications, and other innovative solutions.
O. PROPERTY RIGHTS 101
This course provides a basic overview of private property rights in Florida. Specifically, it discusses the basics of takings jurisprudence, the Bert J. Harris, Jr. Private Property Rights Protection Act, and other limits on government action that affect private property. For the private property owner, this course provides an overview of their rights. For the state and local government official, this course provides a roadmap for avoiding property rights litigation. Audience participation is encouraged.
W. WHAT’S AHEAD AND WHY—COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENTS OF REGIONAL IMPACT
This update will cover changes by the 2017 Legislature to comprehensive planning and DRIs, as well as pending changes in growth management programs and policies; discussion of the future of the regulation of DRIs, as well as large non-DRIs in Dense Urban Land Areas; evaluation of different approval processes for large scale development; and examination of pros and cons of rescinding existing DRIs. Audience participation is encouraged.
