Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2023
If you’re interested in learning more about the current state of the North American real estate market, check out Urban Land Institute and PwC’s recent report titled, “Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2023.” The Report projects that industrial/distribution sector will remain a strong prospect for investment and development, followed closely by multifamily housing. These two […]
Zoning, Leasing & Beyond – Birchwood Law Participates in Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce & SBAC Empower’s Small Business Workshop
On August 17th, 2022, SBAC Empower and Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce hosted a Small Business Q&A Session for business owners and entrepreneurs. The topics included zoning, leasing, business licensing, financing, and more. Birchwood Law’s Founding Attorney, Katarina Karac, served on the panel alongside other esteemed panelists, including City of Chicago’s Business Affairs and Consumer […]
Affordable Housing – A Vision for More Equitable Communities
Birchwood Law’s founding attorney, Katarina Karac, in conjunction with another firm, worked to defend a national developer of a 27-unit affordable housing development project after an administrative appeal and several court cases brought by neighboring property owners. The project required the preparation of multiple merit briefs (on appeal before city council and in court) as well as preparation of oral arguments. […]
Cancel Zoning?
A recent article, titled “Cancel Zoning,” published by The Atlantic presents an argument that zoning should be canceled. Many cities face a housing shortage which is driving up costs for home-buyers and renters. However, should zoning be canceled? Did you know that Houston, Texas does not have zoning? Let us know what you think. Email […]
Mid-Year Construction Update
Birchwood Law LLC’s Founding Attorney, Katarina Karac, attended AIRE Brokers (Association of Industrial Real Estate Brokers) Mid-Year Construction Update event in Park Ridge, Illinois. An esteemed panel of industrial real estate professionals discussed trends impacting the construction industry, such as supply chain problems, material shortages, increased pricing, labor shortages, and more. At Birchwood Law LLC, […]
Navigating Zoning and Land Use Entitlements Approval Process – Illinois Attorney CLE
On May 11, 2022, Birchwood Law LLC’s Founding Attorney, Katarina Karac, will present a CLE to the Illinois Lawyer Community of the Small Business Advocacy Council on the topic: “Navigating Zoning and Land Use Entitlements Approval Process.” For registration details, contact us at info@birchwood.law